ESPN's Jeff Passan confirmed MLB is investigating Ortiz for gambling-related activities. The Athletic's Zack Meisel noted Ortiz, who was scheduled to start Thursday's game against the Chicago Cubs, is on "non-disciplinary paid leave" and he will be out at least through the All-Star break.

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz was placed on leave Thursday amid an MLB investigation, the team announced.

Luis Ortiz is currently on paid leave as Major League Baseball investigates gambling allegations against the Cleveland Guardians pitcher. It turns out the investigation was prompted by two individual pitches.