Kwan, a two-time All-Star, is batting .287 with nine homers, 38 RBIs, and a .759 OPS for the 55-54 Guardians. Only third baseman José Ramírez has a higher bWAR (4.8) than Kwan’s 3.2 among Guardians players.

The Guardians opted to retain Steven Kwan despite multiple teams showing interest, while sending former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber to Toronto.

Cleveland Guardians star outfielder Steven Kwan expressed his appreciation for the city and fanbase when the three-time Gold Glove winner returned to the field on Friday. The MLB trade deadline on July 31 passed without Kwan being dealt, despite intense interest from multiple contending teams.