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Guardians Announce Seven-Year, $175 Million José Ramírez Extension With $70 Million Deferred

Ramírez said he pursued the pact to finish his career in Cleveland, with $10 million deferred each season to ease near-term payroll.

Oct 2, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) hits a RBI single in the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Oct 2, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) in the second inning against the Detroit Tigers during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The contract runs through 2032 at $25 million per year, with $10 million deferred annually and payments beginning in 2036.
  • At the team’s announcement, Ramírez said he initiated the talks to stay in Cleveland for the rest of his career, citing family and community roots.
  • The deal is the largest in club history and retains his full no-trade clause from the prior agreement.
  • The deferral structure reduces short-term costs, with reporting estimating about $6 million in 2026 savings and greater relief in subsequent seasons.
  • Owner Paul Dolan and president Chris Antonetti highlighted broad ownership involvement, including minority owner David Blitzer, while Antonetti said the deferrals may not significantly change near-term roster additions.