Steven Kwan improves batting average ahead of ALDS for Guardians
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 8:19 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Steven Kwan has shown a remarkable resurgence since late May 2026, improving his batting average from.196 to.325. His performance is critical as the Cleveland Guardians prepare for the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox. Kwan's ability to get on base will be vital for the Guardians, who have struggled offensively this season. He had been moved down the batting order earlier in the year due to his poor start but has regained form just in time for the playoffs.
- •Kwan raised his batting average by 86 points since late May.
- •He is important for setting the table for hitters behind him.
- •The Guardians face the White Sox in the ALDS starting soon.
- •Kwan's previous struggles had raised trade speculation.
- •His improvement coincides with the Guardians' playoff run.
- 8:19 PMYahoo Sports — Steven Kwan's resurgence needs to be talked about more
"Steven Kwan's 2026 started horrendously, but since the end of May, he's been one of the most elite hitters in baseball.
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