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Ohio commission investigates two Cleveland Guardians pitchers over betting allegations

Enforcement & compliance

Ohio's Casino Control Commission has opened an independent investigation into Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, following Major League Baseball's separate investigations. MLB placed both players on leave; concerns about Ortiz involved betting activity on pitches during games on 15 and 18 June, while details of the allegations concerning Clase remain unclear.

The investigation could lead to enforcement under Ohio state law, including criminal prosecution depending on the offence.

Earlier fines and penalties by Ohio Casino Control Commission

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
Robinhood, KalshiNot statedMaryland orders Robinhood, Kalshi and Crypto.com to stop sports event contractsNot stated
Kalshi, RobinhoodNot statedOhio Casino Control Commission orders Kalshi, Robinhood and Crypto.com to halt sports contractsNot stated

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