The Cleveland Guardians, currently 12-13 and within reach of first place in the AL Central, have several players exceeding expectations in 2022. Here are three standout performers:

Steven Kwan (LF)

• .328 batting average, one of team's highest among qualified hitters
• Reached base 17 times in first five MLB games
• Only 7 strikeouts in 64 at-bats
• Contact-heavy approach could lead to .300+ season average
• Earned everyday lineup spot despite starting as 15th-ranked prospect

Owen Miller (1B)

• .344 batting average in 61 at-bats
• 1.015 OPS, second only to José Ramírez
• Team-leading 9 doubles
• Significant improvement from 2021 (.551 OPS)
• Regular hits and improving plate discipline
• Has hit in most games with registered at-bats

Triston McKenzie (SP)

• 2.70 ERA across 23.1 innings
• 24 strikeouts with only 7 walks and 1 home run
• Showing improved control from 2021 (58 BB, 21 HR in 120 innings)
• Increasing pitch count and innings each start
• Latest outing: 6.1 shutout innings with 7 strikeouts
• Emerged as clear #2 starter behind Shane Bieber

These three players have been crucial to Cleveland's competitive start, with each showing significant improvement and consistency in their respective roles.

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