Steven Kwan Explains Why The Guardians Are Ready For Postseason, Terry Francona's Effect, Team Chemistry

Steven Kwan reflects on the great season Cleveland had and how they are preparing to go against the Rays.

Author:
Tommy Wild
Oct 6, 2022 5:51 PM EDT

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It's pretty safe to say that if Steven Kwan wasn't on this team then the Guardians would not be in the position they're in right now!

He's had one of the best breakout seasons we've seen from a rookie in a long time and has beautifully meshed into this brand of baseball that the Guardians play so well.

Kwan has undeniably had one of the biggest impacts as a rookie in 2022. He finished the season with a .298 batting average, a .373 OBP, and a .400 SLG. He did all of this while driving in 52 runs and stealing 19 bases.

He made the biggest impact when he stepped into the lead-off spot a little before the halfway mark of the season. When batting first, Kwan slashed .311/.379/.337.

Now Kwan is ready to make an impact in the postseason.

Here is Stevan Kwan's press conference with the media on Thursday afternoon.

My favorite thing he said there about the team chemistry was, "It's wanting each other to succeed, not looking over your shoulder."

That embodies exactly why this team is in the position they're in and why they are so enjoyable to watch as a fan.

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