José Ramírez shines with 1,000th single and home run in Guardians' victory

In Cleveland, Ohio, on August 29, 2026, José Ramírez hit his 1,000th career single and homered, leading the Guardians to an 11-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Ramírez drove in four runs, helping the Guardians improve to 69-68 and maintain their position in the American League wild card race. Parker Messick pitched six strong innings, allowing just one run, while the Guardians' offense was bolstered by contributions from Nathaniel Lowe and Jo Adell.