The Royals forge ahead with Seth Lugo under a new contract. And the Chiefs are moving pieces around along the offensive line.

J.J. Picollo and Seth Lugo talk about the Royals signing Lugo to a two-year extension and the direction of the organization

Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase — a rumored MLB trade deadline target — has been placed on paid leave in connection with a sports-gambling investigation, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Monday. Clase is reportedly on leave through Aug. 31, per The Athletic's Zack Meisel.

Now that Seth Lugo has established himself as a top starting pitcher, the New York Mets could reacquire their former draft pick.