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José Ramírez Sets All-Time Games Record for Cleveland

4/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

José Ramírez of the Cleveland franchise set the all-time games record at 1,620 on April 6, 2026, surpassing Terry Turner.
Ramírez has been with the team since 2013.
He intends to stay with the team for his career.
He wants to win a World Series for Cleveland.
He ranks second in franchise history in home runs (286), RBIs (954), and stolen bases (289).

History

Historical Context

The Cleveland Indians won their last World Series in 1948, defeating the Boston Braves 4-2, led by players like Bob Lemon and Larry Doby. This victory marked the franchise's second championship, following a tie-breaker win against the Boston Red Sox. As of 2023, the team's championship drought remains the longest in Major League Baseball, highlighting the significance of José Ramírez's recent achievements.

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Story summary

José Ramírez of the Cleveland franchise set the all-time games record at 1,620 on April 6, 2026, surpassing Terry Turner.
Ramírez has been with the team since 2013.
He intends to stay with the team for his career.
He wants to win a World Series for Cleveland.
He ranks second in franchise history in home runs (286), RBIs (954), and stolen bases (289).

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