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Guardians Have A Looming Decision To Make With Steven Kwan

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan embodies hard work and resilience. After years of being a well above-average leadoff hitter, he slumped badly in the first half and posted an 82 wRC+, well below the standards he had set for himself…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 4:58 PM
Guardians Have A Looming Decision To Make With Steven Kwan
Key Things to Know
  • The Cleveland Guardians face a key decision on whether to extend, trade, or retain outfielder Steven Kwan.
  • Steven Kwan is entering his final salary arbitration season and will reach free agency after the 2027 campaign.
  • Writer Andres Chavez notes Cleveland often trades players in Kwan's contractual situation to avoid losing them for nothing.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cleveland Guardians face a looming decision regarding outfielder Steven Kwan, who is entering his final year of salary arbitration before reaching free agency after 2027. Andres Chavez highlights that the franchise must decide whether to sign Kwan to a contract extension, trade him to recoup future value, or keep him for another season.

Kwan rebounded from a difficult first half to post a .282 batting average, a career-best .382 on-base percentage, and a 114 wRC+. The two-time All-Star and four-time Gold Glove Award winner also demonstrated versatility by playing center field.

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