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Ramirez Sparks Guardians' ALDS Comeback
8 Oct
Summary
- José Ramírez propelled Guardians to a 9-3 win with two RBIs and a stolen base.
- Ramírez snapped his postseason slump with a crucial double and triple.
- A crucial defensive play by Ramírez prevented the White Sox from scoring.
José Ramírez led the Cleveland Guardians to a commanding 9-3 victory against the White Sox in Game 3 of the ALDS on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. This win was crucial for the Guardians to stave off elimination in the best-of-five series.
Ramírez, a cornerstone of the franchise, broke out of a brief postseason slump. He hit a significant 106.5-mph double in the fifth inning, later scoring with a skillful slide. He further extended Cleveland's lead in the eighth inning with a vital triple that brought in two insurance runs.
In addition to his offensive contributions, Ramírez made a remarkable defensive play at third base in the sixth inning, preventing the White Sox from capitalizing on a bases-loaded situation. The Guardians are now one win away from advancing, with Game 4 scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2026.
