Guardians’ Clase on leave over gambling probe

Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has been placed on non-disciplinary paid leave as part of MLB’s sports betting investigation.

Clase is the second Guardians pitcher on leave tied to the investigation, joining right-hander Luis Ortiz.

Clase’s leave is through Aug. 31, MLB said in a statement.

The Guardians said in a statement that they “have been informed that no additional players or club personnel are expected to be impacted.”