Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan (38) hits a single during the sixth inning against the Detroit Tigers during game two of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Progressive Field.

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The Cleveland Guardians came into the offseason with some clear needs on their roster: another outfield bat, starting pitching help and adding another big-league proven bat to the lineup.

The well-respected Santana will be Cleveland's primary first baseman in 2025 after the Guardians sent Naylor to the Diamondbacks for right-hander Slade Cecconi and a competitive balance draft pick.