Ramirez struck out one in a perfect ninth inning Tuesday to record his first career save in the second game of a doubleheader against the Red Sox.
Clay Holmes, Tommy Kahnle and Wandy Peralta had all worked the matinee, so manager Aaron Boone had to get a bit creative in the nightcap with his bullpen. Ramirez was up to the task in the ninth, needing only 13 pitches (eight strikes) to breeze through Boston's 2-3-4 hitters. The 34-year-old lefty has bounced between the majors and Triple-A in the second half but has been effective when called upon, posting a 1.84 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 11:2 K:BB through 14.2 big-league innings since the All-Star break.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Back in majors
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The Yankees recalled Ramirez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Friday.
Ramirez has a 2.67 ERA and 1.28 WHIP across 33.2 innings in the majors this season, and he'll return to the Yankees' bullpen as Albert Abreu (hamstring) hits the injured list. Ramirez will likely serve in middle relief.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Optioned to Triple-A
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Ramirez was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday.
Ramirez has pitched well this season with a 2.67 ERA and 25:9 K:BB over 33.2 frames, but he finds himself back in the minors nonetheless. The Yankees haven't announced a corresponding move yet, but it's expected to be Randy Vasquez coming up to start Friday in Miami.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Back with big club
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The Yankees recalled Ramirez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Monday.
Ramirez had been optioned to Triple-A on Friday, but he'll be eligible to rejoin the Yankees just three days later after left-hander Carlos Rodon (hamstring) was placed on the 15-day injured list in a corresponding move. Since Rodon lasted just 2.2 innings into his start Sunday against the Astros before departing with the injury, Ramirez will be called upon to provide a fresh arm to a taxed bullpen. Ramirez has compiled a 2.48 ERA and 1.26 WHIP over 32.2 innings in the New York bullpen this season.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Sent down to Triple-A
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The Yankees optioned Ramirez to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after Friday's game.
A roster spot had to be freed up with Nestor Cortes (shoulder) returning Saturday. Ramirez has been highly effective with a 2.48 ERA so far this season, but he's going to be unavailable for a few days after covering 2.1 innings in Friday's loss to Houston, and the Yankees need all hands on deck over the remainder of the weekend. Expect Ramirez to be back with the club before too long.
The Yankees recalled Ramirez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Saturday.
With Ryan Weber (forearm) headed for the injured list, Ramirez will return to the Yankees' bullpen in his place. The 33-year-old lefty holds a 2.00 ERA and 1.33 WHIP through nine big-league innings this season, but his 5:4 K:BB ratio makes it unlikely he sees many high-leverage situations.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Optioned to Triple-A
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Ramirez was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre following Thursday's game against the Orioles.
Ramirez was recalled May 17 and has made three appearances since, allowing no earned runs across 2.2 frames. He pitched both Wednesday and Thursday, so this could be a move to ensure the team has enough arms in its bullpen to get through its weekend series against the Padres.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Recalled from Triple-A
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New York recalled Ramirez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Wednesday, Erik Boland of Newsday reports.
Ramirez will assume the 26-man roster spot of Ian Hamilton, who was placed on the 15-day injured list with a groin strain. The 33-year-old Ramirez previously made three appearances with the Yankees earlier in the season, covering 6.1 innings and giving up two earned runs on seven hits and three walks.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Sent to Triple-A
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Ramirez was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre following Monday's game against the Athletics. He allowed one walk and struck out one over two scoreless innings.
The Yankees will likely replace Ramirez with a fresh arm after he took care of the final six outs in the series opener. He's allowed two runs on five hits and walked three while fanning four over three appearances in the big leagues this season (6.1 frames).
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Called up to majors
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The Yankees selected Ramirez's contract from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Tuesday, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.
Ramirez hasn't appeared in a major-league game since 2021, but the 33-year-old southpaw will get another look in the big leagues after turning in a 1.74 ERA through 10.1 innings this season at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. He'll provide the Yankees with a fresh left-handed bullpen arm.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Headed to minors camp
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Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Sunday that Ramirez has been reassigned to minor-league camp, Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News reports.
Ramirez, who had been attending camp as a non-roster invitee, made a spirited bid for a spot in the Yankees' Opening Day bullpen after holding opposing hitters to a .188 average while pitching to a 4.15 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 11:3 K:BB in 8.2 innings during Grapefruit League play. He'll be in line for an assignment to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre when the minor-league season opens next weekend.
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Yankees' Nick Ramirez: Inks minor-league contract
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Ramirez signed a minor-league contract Tuesday with the Yankees that includes an invitation to major-league spring training.
Ramirez spent the 2022 season with the Triple-A affiliate of the Mariners and worked to a 2.93 ERA and 53:13 K:BB ratio in 55.1 innings. The former first baseman will function as organizational relief depth for New York heading into the 2023 campaign.
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Mariners' Nick Ramirez: Links up with M's on minors deal
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Ramirez agreed Sunday with the Mariners on a minor-league contract, Triple-A Tacoma broadcaster Mike Curto reports.
The 32-year-old lefty was assigned to Tacoma and made his debut for the affiliate Sunday, striking out two and walking one over a scoreless frame. Ramirez previously appeared in 13 MLB games with the Padres in 2021, logging a 5.75 ERA across 20.1 innings.
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Padres' Nick Ramirez: Designated for assignment
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Ramirez was designated for assignment by the Padres on Friday.
Ramirez owns a 5.75 ERA in 20.1 major-league innings this season, the last of which came back in early July. His 5.23 ERA over 41.1 frames at the Triple-A level isn't much better. He'll exit the 40-man roster as the Padres add Vince Velasquez ahead of his scheduled start against the Cardinals.
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Padres' Nick Ramirez: Activated, optioned
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The Padres activated Ramirez (shoulder) from the 10-day injured list Monday and optioned him to Triple-A El Paso.
The transaction clears a spot on the active roster for infielder Adam Frazier, whom the team officially acquired Monday in a trade with the Pirates. Ramirez was placed on the IL on July 8 with left rotator cuff inflammation, but he was cleared to begin a rehab assignment at El Paso last week and appears to be fully healthy.
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Padres' Nick Ramirez: Slated to begin rehab assignment
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Ramirez (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A El Paso on Friday.
Ramirez has been on the 10-day injured list with left rotator cuff inflammation since July 8, but he could be nearing his return to the Padres. Since the southpaw serves as a reliever and has only been sidelined two weeks, he likely won't require a lengthy rehab stint before he's activated.
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Padres' Nick Ramirez: Lands on 10-day IL
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Ramirez was placed on the 10-day injured list with left rotator cuff inflammation Thursday.
Ramirez was roughed up as a reliever in Wednesday's loss to the Nationals, as he gave up five runs (four earned) on six hits and no walks while striking out one in two innings. His shoulder issue may have contributed to his struggles, and he'll now be sidelined through the All-Star break. It's not yet clear whether the southpaw will need to spend more than the minimum of 10 days on the shelf, but he'll be eligible to return shortly after the break.
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Padres' Nick Ramirez: Earns first win of year
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Ramirez (1-1) tossed 1.2 scoreless innings Friday against the Diamondbacks. He walked one and struck out one as he picked up his first win of the year.
Ramirez was called upon with one out and two runners in scoring position in the third after Chris Paddack got tagged for five runs in Friday's start. He got out of the jam and then went on to toss a 1-2-3 fourth inning before turning the ball over to Miguel Diaz. Friday was Ramirez's first outing since May 25 after he was recalled from Triple-A El Paso on Sunday. He owns a 4.38 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 8:5 K:BB over 12.1 innings and should continue to work as a middle innings reliever.
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Padres' Nick Ramirez: Back with big club
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The Padres recalled Ramirez from Triple-A El Paso ahead of Sunday's game against the Reds, MLB.com reports.
Ramirez will give the Padres some extra coverage out of the bullpen after the team used five relievers to cover nine innings in Saturday's 7-5 win. The 31-year-old southpaw previously made seven relief appearances for San Diego, giving up six earned runs on 12 hits and four walks over 10.2 innings.
