Overview
- Multiple outlets report the agreement is in place and pending a physical and formal team announcement.
- The restructure adds four years and roughly $106 million to his existing deal, for a total of seven years at a $25 million average with $10 million deferred each season.
- Reported provisions include performance bonuses for MVP voting, All-Star, Gold Glove and Silver Slugger honors, plus travel and lodging perks.
- Ramírez, 33, is a seven-time All-Star and six-time Silver Slugger who hit .283 with 30 homers and 44 steals in 2025, finishing third in AL MVP voting.
- Analysts note the heavy deferrals could offer short-term payroll flexibility for Cleveland, though the club is still seen as needing additional lineup help.