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.

The Guardians opted to retain Steven Kwan despite multiple teams showing interest, while sending former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber to Toronto.

CLEVELAND (WKBN) – Cleveland Guardians All-Star outfielder Steven Kwan was not dealt at the Major League Baseball trade deadline and is staying with the Guardians. Multiple published reports said that the Guardians received strong trade interest in Kwan from the Padres, Dodgers, and Astros, among other teams.