Ramirez nears Cleveland record, prepares to play in 1,619th game

Seven-time All-Star Jose Ramirez is set to break Terry Turner's 108-year-old franchise record for most games played with the Cleveland Guardians.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 7:05am

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Jose Ramirez, the seven-time AL All-Star, is just three games away from breaking Terry Turner's 108-year-old franchise record of 1,619 games played with the Cleveland Guardians. Ramirez, who has been a fixture in the Guardians' lineup since 2015, is expected to tie the record during Sunday's doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs and surpass it on Monday when the Guardians host the Kansas City Royals.

Why it matters

Ramirez's impending record is a testament to his longevity and dedication to the Guardians franchise. As one of the most productive players in team history, Ramirez's ability to maintain his performance over such a long period of time is a remarkable achievement that will cement his legacy as one of the greatest players to ever wear a Guardians uniform.

The details

Ramirez made his MLB debut with the Guardians in 2013 and has been a regular in the team's lineup since 2015. Despite a slow start to his career, Ramirez has blossomed into a seven-time All-Star and one of the most well-rounded players in the game, with a combination of power, speed, and defensive versatility. He is the only player in Guardians history with at least 250 home runs and 250 stolen bases, and he ranks among the franchise leaders in numerous offensive categories.

  • Ramirez is expected to tie Terry Turner's record of 1,619 games played during Sunday's doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs.
  • Ramirez will surpass Terry Turner's 108-year-old franchise record on Monday when the Guardians host the Kansas City Royals.

The players

Jose Ramirez

A seven-time AL All-Star and one of the most productive players in Cleveland Guardians history, who is on the verge of breaking the franchise record for most games played.

Terry Turner

A former Guardians player who held the franchise record for most games played at 1,619 for nearly 108 years.

Stephen Vogt

The current manager of the Guardians, who has praised Ramirez's ability to make adjustments and continue to improve over the course of his career.

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What they’re saying

“I think among all the records, I feel that's one of the most important because it kind of resembles what I wanted to do with this team. My ultimate goal was to be able to play as long as I could here and be able to be part of those records that are happening now.”

— Jose Ramirez, Guardians Player

“To play for as long as Jose has, he's been able to make adjustments. He's been able to continue to get better. You can't just stay the same because the league gets better every year, and he's been able to do that.”

— Stephen Vogt, Guardians Manager

What’s next

Ramirez will look to break Terry Turner's 108-year-old franchise record for most games played when the Guardians host the Kansas City Royals on Monday.

The takeaway

Jose Ramirez's impending record-breaking achievement is a testament to his longevity, versatility, and unwavering commitment to the Guardians franchise. As one of the most accomplished players in team history, Ramirez's ability to maintain his high level of performance over such an extended period of time solidifies his status as an all-time Guardians great.