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The Call is In: C.J. Kayfus set make big league debut for the Guardians

Guardians fans, get ready for a fresh face in the lineup.

On Friday night, multiple reporters on the team's beat confirmed an earlier report from Guardians Prospective saying that Cayfus was set to be called up by Cleveland.

Cleveland #Guardians are promoting 23-year-old (1B/OF) prospect C.J. Kayfus from Triple-A Columbus.#GuardsBall

— Guardians Prospective (@CleGuardPro) August 1, 2025

Kayfus, 23, has been one of Cleveland's best hitters in the minor leagues this year, and will now look to make an immediate impact in the big leagues.

A third-round pick from the University of Miami in the 2023 draft, Kayfus has done nothing but hit since turning pro.