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His performance peaked further in 2023 when he showcased hitting prowess, finishing with an impressive .310 batting average and a 130 OPS+. Last season also saw him become a significant contributor with 31 home runs and 108 RBIs. However, there's concern over his performance fluctuations, particularly in the second half of 2024, when he struggled with an OPS of 717 – notably disappointing for a player of his caliber.
Guardians fans are left pondering the loss of such an impactful player. With Naylor's struggles against left-handed hitters and a contract that leaves him a year away from free agency, the organization may have deemed it the optimal time to part ways.