<p>In weeks when the <strong>MLB</strong> offseason has been more active than ever, there has been plenty of talk about what could happen with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jose-ramirez">Jose Ramirez</a></strong> in 2026. To the relief of the <strong>Cleveland Guardians</strong>, the seven-time All-Star appears to have a clear idea of what he wants for his future.</p>



<p>During a recent interview with MLB insider Hector Gomez, the Dominican spoke about how he feels in Cleveland and made it clear that<strong> he would choose to stay there as long as he continues playing professional baseball.</strong></p>



<p><em>“I’m very grateful with the Cleveland Guardians and its fans, who have always supported me throughout my career. <strong>I feel I should stay here for the rest of my career</strong> because of the incredible treatment I have always received from the fans; I can’t thank them enough for how loving they have been to me.”</em></p>



<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-guardians">Guardians</a> managed to reach the first round of the playoffs in 2025, but unfortunately fell 6–3 to the Detroit Tigers. Looking ahead, they trust that <strong>Ramirez and his teammates can make a big impact in 2026.</strong></p>



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<h2>Ramirez’s vision regarding his contract extension with the Guardians</h2>



<p>His strong performances led Ramirez to sign a contract extension back in 2022. <strong>It was a seven-year, $141 million deal</strong>, which Ramirez acknowledged was below market value, though he said he understands the limitations of a small-market team.</p>


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<p><em>“That was ultimately my decision…I got a significant salary bump,”</em> he said, via translation from <em>Master Flip</em> on X<em>. “I knew it wasn’t fully reflective of my market value…But I’m a veteran, I understand how the game works. </em></p>



<p><em>“<strong>Cleveland is a small-market team</strong>, and they simply can’t pay me what I could command on the open market. So I told them, Let’s find a fair agreement that works for both sides.”</em></p>



<h2>Jose Ramirez’s 2025 stats</h2>



<p>Jose Ramirez continued to be the cornerstone of the Cleveland Guardians’ offense in 2025,<strong> posting a stellar .283 batting average alongside 30 home runs. His elite production resulted in 85 RBIs and a robust .863 OPS</strong>, marks that once again solidified his status as one of the premier third basemen in the American League.</p>

Jose Ramirez turns heads with major admission about his future with the Guardians

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/mlb-rumors-jacob-degrom-and-superstars-that-could-become-free-agents-20220831-0018.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Major League Baseball</a> season </strong>has been one for the ages. Even though the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/dodgers-injury-news-who-will-replace-walker-buehler-20220816-0001.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Dodgers</a> and Houston Astros</strong>march strong at the top of the standings, anything can happen <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/mlb-postseason-schedule-2022-major-league-baseball-playoff-dates-released-20220815-0017.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>in the postseason.</strong></a></p>
<p>Needless to say, these teams have been able to thrive thanks to the contributions of some of the <strong>best players on Earth.</strong> But even among them, some seem to stand out from the rest of the pack.</p>
<p>That’s why today, we’re going to honor them by letting you know about the only three players who could take home the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/mlb-news-justin-verlander-and-leading-candidates-for-al-cy-young-20220901-0008.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">American League</a> MVP award</strong> this season. Honestly, you couldn’t go wrong either way,</p>
<h2>MLB News: Leading Candidates For American League MVP</h2>
<h3>3. Jose Ramirez</h3>
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<p>The <strong>Cleveland Guardians</strong> were expected to be bottom-feeders this season, yet they have a chance to win their division. And a lot of that has to do with <strong>Jose Ramirez’s </strong>stellar play throughout the campaign.</p>
<p>One of the most versatile infielders in the game, Ramirez has been lights out at the plate this season. He’s slashed <strong>.280/.350/.535 with 26 homers, </strong>106 RBIs, 14 stolen bases, and a league-leading 39 doubles.</p>
<h3>2. Shohei Ohtani</h3>
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<p>Even though the <strong>Los Angeles Angels </strong>may never be a good team, they’re still must-watch television for as long as <strong>Shohei Ohtani</strong> is on the roster. He’s the most spectacular player in the game, and it’s not even close.</p>
<p>Ohtani continues to be a two-way phenom. He’s slashing<strong> .266/.358/.522 with 30 homers, 82 RBIs, and 11 stolen bases</strong> while also going <strong>11-8 with a 2.58 ERA, 1.044 WHIP, and 181 strikeouts</strong> in 23 starts on the mound.</p>
<h3>1. Aaron Judge</h3>
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<p>The <strong>New York Yankees </strong>may not be red-hot as they were at the start of the season, but<strong> Aaron Judge </strong>hasn’t missed a beat. He’s looking at a $300+ million contract in the offseason after betting on himself and turning down a big offer last winter.</p>
<p>Judge is nearly a lock to win AL MVP regardless of the Yankees’ major slump. He’s having the best season of his career with a slash line of <strong>.299/.401/.674, an MLB-best 53 homers, 115 RBIs, 15 stolen bases, and is also leading the league in runs (107) and walks (79). </strong>All rise!</p>

MLB News: Aaron Judge and leading candidates for AL MVP 

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