Guardians acquire OF Lane Thomas from Nationals

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The Washington Nationals dealt outfielder Lane Thomas to the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for three prospects on Monday.

Cleveland sent left-hander Alex Clemmey and infielders Rafael Ramirez Jr. and Jose Tena to Washington to acquire the sixth-year right fielder, who is under club control through next season.

Thomas, 28, is batting .253 with eight home runs, 40 RBIs and a care