The Cleveland Guardians, initially expected to be sellers at the trade deadline, surprised by finishing strong with a 34-20 record, ultimately falling to the Tigers in the postseason. As they head into the offseason, key questions include the status of pitchers Ortiz and Clase amidst an ongoing investigation, the potential debut of top prospects in 2026, and the urgency to negotiate a contract extension with outfielder Steven Kwan.
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