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Cleveland Guardians promote Jace LaViolette to Double‑A Akron RubberDucks

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Cleveland Guardians promote Jace LaViolette to Double‑A Akron RubberDucks

Summary

The Cleveland Guardians announced the promotion of Jace LaViolette to the Akron RubberDucks on August 9, 2026. The move follows a successful six-game stretch for LaViolette, during which he improved his plate discipline and demonstrated his power by hitting.381 with three home runs. This is a significant step in LaViolette's development after overcoming a late-season injury and addressing his earlier strikeout issues. He will now continue his progression in Double‑A after hitting 19 home runs in the current season.

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•Jace LaViolette promoted to Double‑A Akron RubberDucks on August 9, 2026.
•He hit.381 with a.435 on-base percentage in his last six games.
•LaViolette reduced his strikeouts to about one per game during this stretch.
•He has 19 home runs this season before the promotion.
•The promotion rewards his offensive improvements and growth.

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3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Jace LaViolette promoted to Double‑A by the Cleveland Guardians

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The Guardians promoted Jace LaViolette to Double‑A after a strong six‑game run highlighted by improved discipline and continued power.
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