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José Ramírez Activated to Start for Guardians

His return five weeks after hamate surgery gives Cleveland an offensive lift while the club plans to limit his early playing time.

Jun 7, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Jose Ramirez (11) looks on after he strikes out with the bases loaded to end the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Guardians activated José Ramírez and placed him in the starting lineup batting second and playing third on Wednesday, July 22.
  • Cleveland optioned outfielder Kahlil Watson to Triple-A Columbus to open the roster spot created by Ramírez’s activation.
  • Ramírez fractured the left hamate on June 13, had surgery on June 16, and returned about five weeks later without a minor-league rehab assignment.
  • Manager Stephen Vogt said the team will manage Ramírez’s workload with initial playing limits to protect power and recovery from the hand injury.
  • Cleveland went 15-15 without Ramírez and ranked near the bottom of MLB in runs and OPS during that stretch, and his return could affect the AL Central race and upcoming roster decisions such as Angel Martínez’s possible activation this weekend.