Chase DeLauter nearing return to Guardians lineup after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Chase DeLauter is closer to returning after a rib injury suffered in a collision. Guardians manager Stephen Vogt confirmed that DeLauter has resumed baseball activities like hitting, running, and throwing. There's no scheduled return date, but the team is hopeful he could be activated during the upcoming homestand against the Seattle Mariners starting June 26. DeLauter was placed on the 10-day injured list on June 14, and the Guardians have struggled offensively in his absence, ranking near the bottom in MLB in multiple offensive categories.
- •Chase DeLauter was injured on June 14 and placed on the IL.
- •He has resumed hitting, running, and throwing activities.
- •The Guardians hope he can return for the homestand starting June 26.
- •Cleveland's offense ranks 27th in MLB since the injuries to DeLauter, Ramirez, and Martinez.
- •DeLauter has a.263/.337/.408 slash line in his rookie season.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Latest Injury Update on Guardians' Chase DeLauter
"Chase DeLauter's return to the Cleveland Guardians' lineup might come sooner rather than later.
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