Cleveland Guardians Acquire Lane Thomas from Nationals
Cleveland Guardians Acquire Lane Thomas from Nationals

Cleveland Guardians Acquire Lane Thomas from Nationals

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The Cleveland Guardians have acquired outfielder Lane Thomas from the Washington Nationals just before the MLB trade deadline, sending three prospects in return: left-hander Alex Clemmey, shortstop Rafael Ramirez, and third baseman José Tena. Thomas, who has been a standout player for the Nationals, is batting .253 with eight home runs and leads the league with 28 stolen bases this season. This trade bolsters the Guardians' outfield, which has seen struggles, and provides them with a right-handed bat to complement their predominantly left-handed lineup. Thomas is under team control through 2025, making him a valuable asset as the Guardians aim for a postseason run. The Nationals, in return, receive three top prospects, with Clemmey being the centerpiece due to his potential as a high strikeout pitcher. This deal marks another significant trade for Thomas, who was previously acquired by the Nationals in 2021.

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