Multiple MLB Stars Including Steven Kwan Remain With Teams After Trade Deadline

The 2025 MLB trade deadline saw many big-name players moved, but several surprising stars remained with their teams, including Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan. Despite strong interest from multiple playoff contenders such as the Padres, Dodgers, Astros, Phillies, and Blue Jays, the Guardians held onto Kwan, who is a two-time All-Star and three-time Gold Glove winner with team control through 2027. Cleveland set a high asking price that reportedly deterred other teams, and Kwan's consistent performance this season, despite a wrist injury, solidified his value to the Guardians. Similarly, the Miami Marlins kept struggling pitcher Sandy Alcantara, and the Arizona Diamondbacks retained Zac Gallen, both having down years but still attracting trade interest. Other notable players who stayed put include the Twins' Joe Ryan and Nationals' MacKenzie Gore. The trade deadline underscored the strategic decisions teams made in balancing immediate needs with long-term control and contract considerations.