N&N: Steven Kwan’s inspiring baseball journey leads to Cleveland

Here’s to more good than bad this week!

Guardians News

Cubs defeat Guardians 7-3 in Arizona | mlb.com

Cal Quantrill gave up 2 runs on four hits over 3.2 innings. Oscar Mercado had two hits, including a triple.

Kwan finds success after prioritizing mental side of game | cleguardians.com

The undersized outfielder is easy to cheer for. Here’s hoping he gets plenty of AB’s in Cleveland.

James Karinchak making progress with injury | cle.com

From Joe Noga:

Reliever James Karinchak had his injured right shoulder examined late last week and has moved on to strengthening the area with weighted baseball work. Guardians manager Terry Francona said Sunday the club will wait until Karinchak advances to playing catch before putting together a throwing progression for the 26-year-old righty who first experienced discomfort two weeks ago.

Around the League

• Lance Lynn to have knee surgery, miss at least 4 weeks
• Mike Clevinger to begin season on IL
• Max Scherzer battling hamstring issues while Jacob deGrom likely out for at least 2 months
• Crosstown rivals exchange relievers