Guardians‘ Fry Suffers Hamstring Strain; Team Remains in Wait on MLB Gambling Probe
CLEVELAND, OH – October 9, 2025 – Cleveland Guardians utility player David Fry sustained a hamstring strain during Tuesday’s workout, the team announced Wednesday. The severity of the injury is still being evaluated, but Fry is unlikely to participate in further postseason activities.
The injury comes as the Guardians navigate an ongoing MLB examination into alleged gambling violations involving pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Cody Morris. Both Clase and Ortiz have been on paid leave since July, continuing to recieve thier salaries while the investigation proceeds. The Guardians currently have no timeline for a resolution or potential disciplinary actions.
“I think we have to [plan without them],” said Guardians President of Baseball Operations chris Antonetti. “That’s the only thing we really can do is plan for that, and if we get [any new] information we would then think about how we reintegrate those guys into the organization. But for our planning purposes, I think we have to plan as if they won’t be here and then adjust if needed.”
The team is effectively moving forward with roster plans that do not include Clase or Morris.
On the coaching front, the Guardians anticipate retaining their entire 2025 coaching staff for the 2026 season, contingent on no departures for other opportunities. bench coach Craig Albernaz is considered a potential managerial candidate, and pitching coach Carl Willis has an open invitation to continue in his role provided that he desires.
“Our expectation is that there will be interest from other teams in talking to some of our coaches, and exactly how that plays out, it’s unachievable to predict,” Antonetti stated. “I think that’s a good and healthy sign of us organizationally and not just for our coaches but staff members across the organization.”
