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Cleveland's Struggling Offense Eyes Trades for Roster Boost

1/30/2026

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Cleveland's baseball team won the American League Central (AL Central) last year but now struggles offensively, finishing last in the AL in runs and posting negative run differential.
The team extended All-Star José Ramírez's contract through 2032.
The roster needs bolstering, especially in the outfield.
The club may explore trades for Travis Bazzana, the second baseman and 2024 first overall pick, to strengthen the roster.

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Cleveland's baseball team won the American League Central (AL Central) last year but now struggles offensively, finishing last in the AL in runs and posting negative run differential.
The team extended All-Star José Ramírez's contract through 2032.
The roster needs bolstering, especially in the outfield.
The club may explore trades for Travis Bazzana, the second baseman and 2024 first overall pick, to strengthen the roster.