Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase is the subject of an MLB gambling investigation and Jeff Passan had a strong take on what it all means.

Cleveland Guardians' closer Emmanuel Clase was placed on leave, and it is sure to affect the reliever market for Thursday's deadline.

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski noticed when Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase was placed on non-disciplinary leave of absence as part of a gambling investigation on Monday. Clase is the second Guardians pitcher to be investigated this season.

Emmanuel Clase is out for the foreseeable future as part of the league's sports-betting policy. Is Cade Smith a must add? Who are some other saves options? There are some interesting corner infielders emerging!

Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase — a rumored MLB trade deadline target — has been placed on paid leave in connection with a sports-gambling investigation, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Monday. Clase is reportedly on leave through Aug. 31, per The Athletic's Zack Meisel.

Cade Smith's first opportunity to save a game in Emmanuel Clase's place turned into a nightmare outing for the Guardians righty.