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Guardians' DeLauter Nearing Return Amidst Injury Woes
23 Jun
Summary
- Chase DeLauter is progressing in rehab for a rib cage fracture.
- The Guardians hope DeLauter returns during their upcoming homestand.
- Cleveland's offense has struggled significantly without injured key players.
Chase DeLauter is making strides in his recovery from a right rib cage fracture, a positive development for the Cleveland Guardians. The 24-year-old has been placed on the 10-day injured list, which was retroactive to June 14, and has since returned to baseball activities.
Manager Stephen Vogt indicated that while DeLauter is eligible to return on Wednesday, the team is targeting his comeback during the upcoming 10-game homestand. This period includes series against the Mariners, Rangers, and White Sox at Progressive Field.
The team's offense has been significantly impacted by injuries. Since June 13, DeLauter, José Ramírez (left hamate fracture), and Angel Martínez (non-displaced left foot fracture) have all been sidelined. This trio accounted for a substantial portion of the Guardians' home runs and RBIs prior to their injuries, contributing to the team's recent struggles with scoring.
Ramírez is expected to miss five to seven weeks, while Martínez is projected to be out for four to six weeks. The Guardians are hopeful for DeLauter's return, which could provide a much-needed boost to their lineup.
