CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Former No. 1 overall pick Travis Bazzana is one step closer to joining the big league club.

The Guardians promoted Bazzana from Double-A Akron to Triple-A Columbus in addition to several other prospects that moved up a level on Sunday.

The second baseman returned to action on July 18, after missing nearly two months with an internal right oblique strain.

Since his return, Bazzana slashed .265/.367/.412 with seven doubles, one home run, six RBI, 10 walks and 16 strikeouts in his last 18 games.

Taking a look at the Guardians’ other top prospects, catcher Cooper Ingle (No.6) was promoted from Akron to Columbus. First baseman/outfielder Ralphy Velazquez (No. 9) was promoted from High-A Lake County to Akron.

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