Guardians churn their staff in wake of Ortiz suspension
Jul 4 2025
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Cleveland Guardians
NEWS: Cleveland placed RHP Luis L. Ortiz, who MLB placed on non-disciplinary paid leave, on the Restricted List. Cleveland also recalled LHP Joey Cantillo and LHP Doug Nikhazy from AAA-Columbus and designated LHP Kolby Allard for assignment.
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: Multiple reports confirmed on Thursday that Ortiz’s placement on administrative leave was due to an investigation related to gambling. For the time being, he will be on leave through at least the end of the All-Star break as the league conducts its investigation. We’ve cut a significant portion of Ortiz’s projected innings, as pending the results of the investigation he could be subject to a suspension or a ban from the league. Along...
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