Guardians Will Not Allow Emmanuel Clase to Pitch in Venezuelan Winter League
Emmanuel Clase to pitch in the Venezuelan winter league. Clase is one of the subjects of an ongoing gambling investigation by Major League Baseball. He was placed on paid leave by the Guardians in July, and there's been speculation that he may never pitch in the big leagues again once the investigation concludes. Clase appeared in 48 games during the 2025 season, pitching to a 3.23 ERA and 1.23 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 24 saves. From 2022-2024, Clase recorded 133 saves and made three consecutive All-Star teams. If Clase is not a member of the Guardians in 2026, right-hander Cade Smith could open the season as the team's closer.
Source: The Athletic - Evan Drellich
Evan Drellich of The Athletic reports that the Cleveland Guardians will not allow closer Source: The Athletic - Evan Drellich

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