The 2025 MLB trade deadline passed at 6 p.m. July 31 after a day of high activity all around the league. For the Guardians, it was a deadline of some give-and-take as they positioned themselves for 2025 and beyond.

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.

CLEVELAND — At 5:51 p.m. ET Thursday, Steven Kwan’s phone rang. It was Cleveland Guardians president Chris Antonetti. Kwan’s heart sank.