Last season, the Cleveland Guardians excelled with strong pitching and a mediocre offense, but this year they struggle with average pitching and poor offense, leading to a 51-51 record. As they seek to improve, trading for Miami Marlins slugger Kyle Stowers, who has impressive offensive metrics, could enhance their lineup, although his addition alone may not guarantee a postseason return.
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Padres president A.J. Preller is exploring trades, with Dylan Cease available and interest in young pitchers Stephen Kolek and Ryan Bergert. Kolek has performed well as a starter with a 4.28 ERA, while Bergert boasts a 2.84 ERA in his MLB debut; both have significant club control, making them appealing trade assets for acquiring veteran players or prospects. Want More Context? 🔎
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