There's no denying the 2024 season was a clear success for the Cleveland Guardians. After entering the season with low expectations, the Guardians stormed out to a hot start and entered the trade deadline 23 games over .500, which led to them being clear sellers.
And although they only ended up making two moves at the trade deadline, they both ended up making an impact on the second half of Cleveland’s season.
Here’s how they look a year later.
Regrading all Cleveland Guardians trade deadline moves from last year
Guardians attempt to fix their outfield issues
Cleveland acquires OF Lane Thomas from Washington for LHP Alex Clemmey, SS Rafael Ramirez Jr.