Cleveland Guardians focus on ALDS while considering offseason trades
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:18 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians are preparing for Game 5 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox. As the Guardians look to win Game 4 to force a decisive match, speculation arises regarding the future of outfielder Steven Kwan. Reports suggest that Kwan, who has a.282 batting average this season, may be a trade candidate during the offseason due to his upcoming free agency in 2027. The San Diego Padres have reportedly expressed interest in Kwan in the past. The immediate priority remains advancing in the postseason, with attention on the next game against the White Sox.
- •Guardians prepare for Game 5 of the ALDS against the White Sox
- •Steven Kwan possibly available for trade this offseason
- •Kwan has a.282 batting average with 3 home runs in 2026
- •Padres have shown interest in Kwan amid roster decisions
- •Focus remains on winning Game 4 to extend the series
- 10:18 PMYahoo Sports — Guardians rumors: Will Cleveland trade one of best players on roster this offseason?
"With the Cleveland Guardians preparing for Game 5 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox, the team will have some key decisions to make in the offseason once the time comes. As the focus is on the Guardians winning Game 4 of the series to push it to a do-or-die game after winning two straight, one of the team’s more impactful players could see […] The post Guardians rumors: Will Cleveland trade one of best players on roster this offseason? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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