Cleveland Guardians outfielder Chase DeLauter was activated from the injured list on Sunday, clearing the way for the team’s series opener against the Seattle Mariners.
DeLauter’s return comes after he fractured a rib on his right side during a June 13 matchup with the Detroit Tigers, an injury that sidelined him for several weeks.
The Guardians have been battling a cascade of injuries, with fellow outfielder Angel Martínez also placed on the injured list after a non‑displaced left foot fracture and Ramírez, whose left‑hand bone break required surgery on June 16, expected to miss the next six weeks.
General manager decisions have led to further moves, including the optioning of Petey Halpin to Triple‑A Columbus to create roster space for DeLauter’s activation.
Statistically, DeLauter is batting .263 with a .337 on‑base percentage, seven home runs and 34 RBIs across 66 games this season, providing the club with a modest but valuable offensive boost.
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The moves underscore how the Guardians are navigating a turbulent stretch of the schedule, relying on depth players to fill gaps while key contributors recover.
Fans will watch closely to see whether DeLauter can contribute immediately and how the team adapts without Martínez and Ramírez in the lineup.