Luis Ortiz Out on Paid Leave for Guardians Due to Personal Reasons

Before going on leave, Luis L. Ortiz appeared in 16 games this season, all as a starting pitcher. He has pitched 88 2/3 innings with a 4-9 record. His ERA stands at 4.37, and he has a WHIP of 1.38.

Ortiz has struck out 96 batters and walked 42, with a K/9 rate of 9.7. In his recent game against the St. Louis Cardinals on June 27, Ortiz pitched 7 innings, allowing 4 earned runs and striking out 5. Despite his effort, the Guardians lost 5-0.