MLB catcher who was behind plate for alleged rigged pitches testifies in Guardians pitchers' gambling case

Bo Naylor, former catcher for the Cleveland Guardians, testified in court regarding alleged rigged pitches by pitchers Emmanuel Clase and James Karinchak. Naylor stated he called pitches based on scouting reports and was unaware that bettors could wager on specific pitches. He also confirmed pitchers cannot guarantee the exact placement of every throw and noted Clase’s frequent use of his cell phone.

• Catcher Bo Naylor testified in court about pitches he caught from Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and James Karinchak.
• Naylor stated he called a pitch based on a hitter’s weakness and was unaware of betting on specific pitches.
• He acknowledged that pitchers cannot guarantee the exact location of every pitch.
• Naylor observed Clase frequently using his cell phone in the locker room.
• Prosecutors allege Clase communicated with gamblers during games to rig pitches.
• Bettors reportedly won $400,000 from alleged rigged pitches by Clase and Ortiz.