The Cleveland left fielder took pregame batting practice for the first time since being placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
But on Friday night, Cleveland saw the two-time reigning American League Gold Glove Award winner make an important stride in his road to recovery.The 26-year-old is off to an impressive start at the plate so far this year. Through his first 32 games, he ranks qualified MLB hitters in batting average and on-base percentage .
Kwan has also recorded team-bests of 47 hits and 28 runs, while tallying six doubles, two triples, three home runs, 11 RBI, 11 walks, three stolen bases, and a .903 OPS. He has also struck out just 11 times. May 3, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan singles in the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Progressive Field. / David Richard-USA TODAY SportsWith this latest development in his recovery process, the Guardians are now one step closer to getting their mainstay leadoff hitter and left fielder back in the lineup.
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