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Guardians Place Steven Kwan on Bereavement List and Call Up Stuart Fairchild

MLB rules allow a 3–7 day personal leave for Kwan, explaining his short-term absence from the active roster.

May 1, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) looks on as he goes to make a pitching change during the eighth inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images
May 16, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan (38) takes a lead off second base in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Steven Kwan was placed on the bereavement/family medical emergency list after Thursday’s game, which removes him from the active roster for a period MLB policy sets at 3–7 days.
  • Cleveland promoted outfielder Stuart Fairchild from Triple-A Columbus before Friday’s game to occupy Kwan’s roster spot and provide right-handed outfield depth.
  • Fairchild has prior MLB experience and a strong recent Triple-A showing, with a .289/.417/.479 slash line in 40 games this season.
  • As part of the roster moves the Guardians transferred infielder Gabriel Arias to the 60-day injured list to preserve roster flexibility.
  • Kwan’s leave comes as he deals with a significant offensive slump this season—he is hitting .207/.329/.259 through 54 games—which makes the timing important for Cleveland’s lineup and short-term depth plans.