JOSÉ RAMÍREZ NEWS

Drives in three runs Ramirez went 2-for-4 with a homer, three RBI and two runs scored in Friday's 5-3 win over the White Sox.

Impact Ramirez got Cleveland on the board with a two-run single in the third inning. He then tacked on an insurance run with his solo shot in the eighth. The 28-year-old switch-hitter now has hits in 13 of his last 14 games with five homers and 11 RBI during that span.

MAY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Homers in back-to-back games Ramirez went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double, a walk and an additional RBI during Tuesday's 7-4 win against the Twins.

Impact The 28-year-old has now homered in back-to-back contests and has a modest six-game hit streak. Ramirez has a .259/.333/.543 slash line with six home runs, three doubles, four stolen bases, 12 RBI and 12 runs through 22 games this season.

APRIL 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hammers clutch homer Ramirez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 5-3 victory over the Twins.

Impact Ramirez came through with a clutch homer in the bottom of the eighth inning, tying the ballgame at three. Cleveland would later win in extras. The third baseman has pieced together a modest five-game hitting streak and is 6-for-17 with a pair of RBI, three extra-base hits and two walks over that stretch.

APRIL 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On base four times in loss Ramirez went 2-for-2 with a pair of walks and a run scored in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Yankees.

Impact Ramirez walked in the first inning and scored on an Eddie Rosario groundout. Over the next eight innings, Ramirez accounted for three of Cleveland's five baserunners. The third baseman has offered all-around production with four homers, eight RBI, eight runs scored, four stolen bases and a .242/.329/.455 slash line in 18 games this year.

APRIL 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records another steal Ramirez went 0-for-4 with a walk and a stolen base in Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the White Sox.

Impact Ramirez drew a walk and stole second base in the third inning. The third baseman didn't find much success at the place Tuesday, but he recorded his third steal in five games. He's slashing .217/.294/.433 with four stolen bases, four homers, eight RBI and six runs scored in 16 contests overall.

APRIL 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pops solo shot Ramirez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 6-3 loss to the Reds.

Impact Ramirez has gone yard twice in the last four games. The third baseman is slashing .232/.302/.464 with four homers, eight RBI, six runs scored and three stolen bases through 67 plate appearances this season. He can be a solid all-around contributor once his batting average gets closer to his career .281 mark.

APRIL 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes bag in loss Ramirez went 1-for-4 with a walk and a stolen base in Saturday's 3-2 extra-inning loss to the Reds.

Impact Ramirez got aboard in the fifth inning on a single and stole second. The third baseman is already up to three steals in 14 games this year. Ramirez has added three homers, seven RBI, five runs scored and a .231/.305/.423 slash line through 59 plate appearances.

APRIL 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Launches two-run shot Ramirez went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's win over the White Sox.

Impact Ramirez took Lance Lynn deep for his third homer of the campaign. It's safe to say that long ball changed the tone of the game, as Cleveland was losing until the 28-year-old hit it out of the park. It's been a slow start for the veteran, but that's nothing new for him -- his career OPS in March and April is .736. He's a great bet to get it going as the season wears on.

APRIL 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Goes deep twice Wednesday Ramirez went 2-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI in Wednesday's win over the Royals.

Impact Ramirez was a synonym of offense for the Indians during Wednesday's win, as he plated the team's four runs after going deep twice -- he launched a pair of two-run shots, his first two of the campaign, in the sixth and eighth innings. Ramirez has hit safely in each of his first five appearances this season and has recorded two multi-hit games to date.

APRIL 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes bag Sunday Ramirez went 2-for-5 with a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's 9-3 win over the Tigers.

Impact Ramirez hit a two-out single in the first inning, then stole second and scored on an Eddie Rosario single. The 28-year-old Ramirez added a double in the sixth inning but didn't get home. Through the first three games of the year, the third baseman went 4-for-12 (.333) while hitting third in the order. He had a .292/.386/.607 slash line with 17 homers, 10 stolen bases, 46 RBI and 45 runs scored in 58 games last year -- fantasy managers who used an early pick on Ramirez will likely expect well-rounded production in 2021.

APRIL 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Running early on Entering play Monday, Ramirez has gone 8-for-29 with two doubles and two stolen bases in as many attempts.

Impact The home-run production isn't there yet for Ramirez this spring, but his continued involvement on the basepaths is an encouraging sight with stolen bases seemingly becoming increasingly rare MLB-wide every year. Though his batting average has been highly volatile in recent seasons, Ramirez's track record of durability, prime lineup placement and power/speed combination makes him a fine selection in the first round or early second round of fantasy drafts.

MARCH 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Ramirez (not injury-related) was cleared to rejoin team workouts Tuesday and is expected to return to the lineup Wednesday, Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ramirez violated COVID-19 protocols over the weekend and had to spend a few days away from the team. Now that he's tested negative, he'll be allowed to return to his teammates without any further punishment. The episode shouldn't significantly affect his preseason preparation.

MARCH 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Tuesday Ramirez (not injury related) will be allowed to rejoin the team as soon as he receives a second negative COVID-19 test, which should happen Tuesday morning, Mandy Bell of MLB.com r...

Impact Ramirez and teammate Franmil Reyes violated COVID-19 protocols over the weekend, but it doesn't look as though either player will face further punishment from the team. Both players are working out on their own and will be back on the field as soon as they're cleared.

MARCH 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Violates protocols, away from team Ramirez is away from the team after violating COVID-19 protocols, and he'll need to pass through the testing procedures before returning to the club, Zack Meisel of The Athletic re...

Impact Ramirez and teammate Franmil Reyes both violated the league's protocols and were subsequently sent home. It's unclear when either player will be cleared to rejoin the team.

MARCH 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Launches walkoff blast Ramirez went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 5-3 extra-inning win over the White Sox.

Impact His one hit was as clutch as it gets. After Chicago broke open a 1-1 tie with two runs in the top of the 10th, Ramirez crushed a 98 mph fastball from Jose Ruiz to right-center field for a walkoff homer that clinched a playoff spot for his club. Ramirez has now gone yard in three straight games and has eight long balls in his last 11 contests, hitting .444 (20-for-45) over that blistering stretch with 18 RBI as he makes a late push for AL MVP consideration.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Two homers Sunday Ramirez went 2-for-4 with two home runs, four RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 7-4 win over the Tigers.

Impact Ramirez is somewhat quietly having a monster year -- .284/.369/.574 with 15 home runs and 10 stolen bases. He has to be considered a candidate for the American League MVP, as well as a first-round lock for fantasy drafts next spring.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Plates two in win Ramirez went 1-for-4 with two RBI in a 5-2 loss to the Tigers on Saturday.

Impact Ramirez hit a two-run double off Spencer Turnbull in the third inning and ended up being responsible for the entirety of Cleveland's offensive production. Regardless of the lack of help, Ramirez is a blistering 13-for-30 over his past seven games.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Slugs two homers Ramirez went 4-for-5 with a double, two home runs, four RBI and three runs scored Thursday against the Tigers.

Impact Ramirez terrorized Casey Mize, taking him deep in each of his first two at-bats. He now has 13 long balls on the season, four of which have come in his last six games. Ramirez has also hit well overall in that span, logging multi-hit efforts in five of those contests. Overall, he has a very strong .276/.366/.546 line with 37 runs scored, 32 RBI and 10 stolen bases across 213 plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Showcases power and speed Ramirez went 2-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run, two runs scored and a stolen base Saturday against the Twins.

Impact Ramirez took Rich Hill yard in the fourth inning to record his 11th home run of the season. After missing one game with a hand injury Thursday, Ramirez has now homered in consecutive contests. He also chipped in his 10th stolen base of the campaign swiping second base in the eighth frame with Tyler Clippard on the mound. Overall, Ramirez is hitting .259/.361/.512 with 34 runs scored and 28 RBI across 194 plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Clubs homer Friday Ramirez went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Friday but the Indians fell to the Twins 3-1.

Impact Ramirez had been in and out of the Indians' lineup throughout the week while dealing with a left hand bruise and returned Friday with a ninth-inning home run to left. The 28-year-old is hitting .252/.353/.491with 10 long balls and 27 RBI as he appears to be healthy enough to return as an everyday starter moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action Friday Ramirez (hand) is starting at third base and batting third Friday at Minnesota.

Impact The 27-year-old has been battling a left hand bruise throughout the week and will return to the lineup after sitting out Thursday's game. Ramirez is 3-for-19 with one homer, two RBI and three walks over his past six games.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not in lineup Thursday Ramirez isn't in Thursday's lineup against the Royals.

Impact Ramirez returned to the lineup Wednesday after suffering a bruise on his left hand Monday, but he'll retreat to the bench once again Thursday. Mike Freeman will take over at third base in his absence.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Ramirez (hand) will return to the lineup Wednesday against the Royals, batting second and playing third base.

Impact Ramirez left Monday's contest with what was originally called left thumb discomfort. An MRI taken Tuesday revealed nothing worse than a bruise on his hand, and he's ready to go one day later. He's been quite productive over his last 12 games, hitting .295/.404/.591 with four homers and three steals, so his return will be a big boost for Cleveland's offense.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE