Kwan chipped in with a double off Melton, part of a back-to-back sequence that helped Cleveland pull away; demonstrates Guardians’ ability to capitalize on Melton’s mistakes.

Kwan joined the two-hit club for Cleveland in the series, providing contact presence and leadership in the lineup. His steady approach helped carry the Guardians through a rough offensive stretch, though the playoff slide exposed offensive depth concerns.

Kwan scored on the eighth-inning play after a Vest error, part of Cleveland’s late surge. His role in generating offense during critical late-game moments underscored his value as a contact-oriented catalyst in a tight finish.

Kwan is 4-16 against Flaherty in his career, suggesting a tested approach at the plate and potential for a multi-hit game in Game 3 if Cleveland’s offense gets rolling.

Kwan anchors Cleveland’s offense, with Rocchio and Schneeman providing support in late innings; the Guardians’ bullpen shape dictates the run-scoring environment for late-game at-bats.