Overview

• Steven Kwan, an All-Star left fielder for the Guardians, has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to mid-back inflammation.
• Kwan's placement on the IL is retroactive to September 14, following his absence from the lineup for the past five games.
• To fill Kwan's roster spot, the Guardians have recalled outfielder Myles Straw from Triple-A Columbus.
• Veteran pitcher Carlos Carrasco has been designated for assignment to make room for Straw on the 40-man roster.
• Kwan, who has struggled in the second half of the season, is expected to return by September 24, with the Guardians leading the AL Central.