Cleveland activates Thomas, sends Brennan to IL

The 29-year-old’s presence could prove especially key at the top of the lineup. Guardians No. 2 hitters have a collective .187/.250/.294 slash line this season, and Cleveland also has a .651 OPS against lefties (19th in the Majors entering Thursday). Thomas has a career .298/.361/.505 slash line vs. southpaws.