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Kyle Manzardo Activated After Mother's Heart Transplant

His return provides a timely boost to Cleveland’s lineup in their push for a playoff spot.

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Overview

  • Manzardo came off the family medical emergency list on July 10 after missing three games to be with his mother.
  • Guardians optioned outfielder Jhonkensy Noel to Triple-A Columbus to clear a roster spot.
  • Windy Manzardo underwent a successful heart transplant at Providence Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane and is now recovering.
  • Manzardo has batted .217 with a .718 OPS, 13 home runs and 33 RBIs through 78 games this season.
  • He rejoined Cleveland’s lineup for the July 11 opener against the White Sox as the team intensifies its bid for the playoffs.