Guardians make trades to enhance lineup and pitching rotation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 11:35 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians executed three trades ahead of their playoff push on August 3, 2026. They acquired All-Star pitcher Foster Griffin from the Washington Nationals, bolstering their rotation, and outfielders Jo Adell and first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to strengthen their lineup. Cleveland has struggled offensively this season, ranking among the league's lowest in batting average, runs scored, and home runs. Currently, the Guardians are three games behind the AL Central-leading White Sox and hold a one-game lead for the final wild-card spot.
- •Guardians acquired Foster Griffin, Jo Adell, and Nathaniel Lowe on August 3.
- •Cleveland is currently 57-56 and tied for the third-worst record in the AL since the All-Star break.
- •Griffin is tied for fourth in the majors with 12 wins this season.
- •Adell hit 16 homers and 62 RBIs this season, enhancing the outfield power.
- •The Guardians have the third-lowest batting average and second-fewest runs scored in the majors.
- 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Guardians' playoff push includes moves to strengthen rotation and offense
"The Cleveland Guardians made three trades Monday to bolster their lineup and surprisingly their rotation as they seek a third consecutive AL Central title. Cleveland acquired All-Star pitcher Foster Griffin from the Washington Nationals for four players, strengthening one of baseball's top rotations. The Guardians also made moves to get outfielder Jo Adell from the Los Angeles Angels and first baseman Nathaniel Lowe from the Cincinnati Reds.
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