CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Emmanuel Clase was arrested by federal agents Thursday in New York, and he pleaded not guilty to all charges at his arraignment later in the day.
He was released on $600,000 bail, must remain in New York City until Dec. 2 and must wear an ankle monitor.
BREAKING: Guardians Pitcher Emmanuel Clase Released on $600K Bail Package (Including an ankle monitor for location services)Following JFK Arrest; Future of Multi-Million-Dollar Deal Uncertain @LAmag pic.twitter.com/sFyFI2Boqn
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Clase and Luis Ortiz are both facing charges including wire fraud and conspiring to influence bets in MLB games. Both are facing 65 years in prison if convicted.
Clase, 27, has 3 years left on his contract which includes 2 club options worth $10 million each.
He’s been on paid leave since the summer.
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