According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Guardians were close to trading Steven Kwan to the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline. They were so close that a general manager said, "Everyone in baseball thought (the Dodgers) were getting Kwan."

Steven Kwan is happy to remain with the Cleveland Guardians after the trade deadline. Kwan expressed relief and excitement about staying with the team, emphasizing the team's potential for a playoff run.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Despite rumors of his departure and interest from several playoff contenders, the trade deadline passed with two-time All-Star left fielder, Steven Kwan, still a Guardian.