Cleveland Guardians star third baseman José Ramírez has restructured his contract to include significant salary deferrals, according to Ken Rosenthal.
Under the revised terms of the deal, Ramírez will receive annual salaries of $25 million for the seasons spanning 2026 through 2032. However, the agreement includes a provision where $10 million of that salary will be deferred each year. This move provides the Cleveland Guardians with increased financial flexibility during the latter half of the infielder's long-term commitment to the franchise.
Ramírez, a multi-time All-Star and the cornerstone of the Cleveland roster, remains the focal point of the team's lineup. By deferring a portion of his future earnings, the Guardians front office gains additional payroll room as they look to build a competitive roster around their veteran leader in the American League Central. The restructuring does not change the duration of his stay in Cleveland but alters the cash flow timing for the organization.
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