Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Luis Ortiz

Jan 28, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, begins a hearing to examine the Panama Canal and its impact on U.S. trade and national security, focusing on fees and foreign influence on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.

Congress Turns Up Heat on Sports Leagues Over Betting Integrity Issues

MLB, the NBA, and the NCAA are all in lawmakers’ crosshairs.
November 18, 2025
May 7, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Emmanuel Clase (48) is congratulated by catcher Bo Naylor (23) after earning a save against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park.

Emmanuel Clase Pleads Not Guilty to Sports Betting Scheme

The All-Star closer was released on a $600,000 bond.
November 13, 2025
Jul 18, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase (48) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Athletics at Progressive Field.

Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz Indicted on Illegal Gambling Charges

The two Guardians pitchers each potentially face 65 years in prison.
November 9, 2025