José Ramírez returns to Guardians after star 3B missed 5 weeks following left hand surgery

Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by TOM WITHERS, Associated Press, ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports · July 22, 2026 · 1 min read

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Guardians managed without José Ramírez. They'd rather not have to do that again. Ramírez was activated from the injury list on Wednesday after the seven-time All-Star third baseman missed five weeks following left hand surgery. Cleveland stayed near the top of the AL Central ...

Why this matters in The McAllen

For McAllen baseball fans, José Ramírez's return to the Guardians is a welcome development, particularly given the team's ability to stay competitive in his absence. The Rio Grande Valley has a strong affinity for baseball, and many locals likely followed the Guardians' progress while Ramírez was recovering from left hand surgery. As the season unfolds, Valley residents will be watching to see how Ramírez's return impacts the team's performance, especially in the competitive AL Central division. With the Guardians' resilience in the face of his five-week absence, Ramírez's comeback could be a key factor in the team's push for the playoffs. McAllen fans will be eager to see how he contributes to the team's success, and his return may even draw more local attention to the Guardians' games.

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Category: local · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports · Reading time: 1 min

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José Ramírez returns to Guardians after star 3B missed 5 weeks following left hand surgery

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