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MLB Playoff Roundup: José Ramírez erupts as Guardians force Game 5

The Cleveland Guardians have successfully forced a decisive fifth game in their American League Division Series against the Chicago White Sox after securing a 9-4 victory on Wednesday. Following a difficult regular season hampered by a June hand fracture, José Ramírez has been instrumental in the comeback, contributing a home run and three RBIs in the latest win to level the series at two games apiece.

Chicago struggled early after starter Hagen Smith walked the bases loaded in the opening frame, necessitating an extended relief appearance from Erick Fedde. Cleveland relied on rookie pitcher Parker Messick, who navigated the contest despite facing pressure from the White Sox lineup in the third inning.

The teams will now return to Cleveland for the final game of the series this Saturday.

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