CLEVELAND, Ohio — Major League Baseball, in agreement with the MLB Players Association, announced Friday that it will extend the leave of absence for Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz through Aug. 31, while continuing its investigation into gambling allegations involving Ortiz.

With both Clase and teammate Luis Ortiz on paid leave amid an investigation into gambling allegations, the Guardians cleared out their lockers before Friday's game, according to The Athletic's Zack Meisel.

Both Guardians pitchers were placed on leave in July, related to an ongoing investigation into gambling by Major League Baseball.