Podcasts about Cleveland Guardians

Nathan Zegura joins Ken to break down the Cleveland Browns' training camp battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. They explore Todd Monken's influence on the offense and why the veteran might have the edge in a close competition. Ken also shares a story from a recent broadcasting boot camp and addresses social media backlash. 01:50 - Emotional Investment In LeBron 05:11 - Nathan Zegura On Browns 09:00 - Watson And Monken Offense 12:45 - Browns Wide Receiver Battle 18:42 - Quarterbacks Netflix Series Talk 22:10 - Deshaun Watson Starting Odds 27:30 - Fans Backing Shedeur Sanders 33:26 - Broadcasting Boot Camp Story 38:30 - Final Champions Pose Segment

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima go around the AFC North with insiders to analyze Lamar Jackson's longevity and Joe Burrow's commitment to the Bengals. They also break down the quarterback situation in Pittsburgh and address the viral confusion regarding a potential LeBron James return to the Miami Heat. 02:14 - Around The AFC North 07:35 - Joe Burrow's Bengals Outlook 12:53 - Steelers Quarterback Room Analysis 20:35 - Evaluating Shedeur Sanders' Future 33:03 - LeBron James Miami Heat Rumors 36:04 - Sports Front Office Secrets

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' quarterback dilemma, weighing the experience of Deshaun Watson against the potential of Shedeur Sanders. They respond to listener feedback regarding their loyalty to certain players and discuss the impact of coaching decisions on the roster. Additional topics include the recent wave of ESPN layoffs and a surge in World Cup viewership. 02:41 - Browns Quarterback Battle 06:45 - Veteran vs Rookie Logic 12:20 - Fanta Broadcast Bootcamp 18:35 - Shedeur Sanders Upside 24:01 - Ken Defends QB Stance 31:08 - Guardians and ESPN Updates 37:54 - World Cup Ratings Surge

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to a deleted Miami Heat post about LeBron James and debate if it was a social media gaffe or a calculated stunt. They explore the growing fatigue in Cleveland regarding the length of LeBron's decision-making process while praising the Guardians' resilience during recent injuries. The conversation also highlights potential drama within the Browns' coaching staff regarding Deshaun Watson. 02:38 - LeBron Press Leak 06:48 - Heat Conspiracy Theories 09:44 - LeBron Decision Fatigue 16:00 - Fanta's Broadcast Bootcamp 22:35 - Realistic LeBron Expectations 28:50 - Browns QB Controversy 34:05 - Guardians' Resilience Update 39:05 - Division Title Expectations

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Miami Heat's technical gaffe involving a LeBron James press conference link and its impact on the NBA landscape. They dive into a heated debate regarding whether the Cleveland Browns should start veteran Deshaun Watson or rookie Shedeur Sanders under head coach Todd Monken. The conversation also highlights the Cleveland Guardians' resilience and recent shifts in national sports media at ESPN. 02:00 - Cleveland Sports Roundup 08:45 - LeBron Heat Leak Reaction 17:10 - Broadcast Boot Camp Stories 26:40 - Browns QB Battle Analysis 35:20 - Guardians Season Trajectory 46:40 - Todd Monken Coaching Logic 56:10 - Shedeur Sanders Growth Potential 01:05:30 - Deshaun Watson Loyalty Debate 01:17:20 - ESPN Media News 01:26:15 - Ravens Training Camp Preview 01:36:30 - Bengals Joe Burrow Update 01:47:10 - AFC North Quarterback Tiers 01:55:40 - Media Leak Conspiracy Theories 02:06:30 - Nathan Zegura Browns Interview 02:15:20 - Browns Offensive Strategy Talk 02:26:10 - Fan Sentiment QB Poll 02:35:30 - Ken Panel Conduct Apology

A since-deleted YouTube post from the Miami Heat teasing a "LeBron James Introductory Press Conference" set off a frenzy, and Ken and Anthony dig into whether it was a staffer's mistake, a stunt or something more calculated. They swap conspiracy theories about what the leak might really mean for LeBron's free agency decision, all while admitting the three-week wait is wearing thin. The guys also vent about being "inconvenienced" by the nonstop LeBron watch as football and baseball seasons heat up around them.

Steven Kwan's hot July has Ken and Lima rethinking earlier doubts about paying him long-term, with his average climbing from .206 to .239 while playing some of the best baseball on the team. The conversation shifts to the wave of ESPN layoffs, including Ryan Clark and Cam Newton, and the hosts push back on fans and rivals openly celebrating people losing their jobs. They close out with a look at the World Cup's record US viewership numbers and why they don't buy the idea that the Big Ten and SEC will ever break away into their own league.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima tackle the ongoing debate regarding Shedeur Sanders and the workload of modern athletes. They explore the mounting anxiety in Cleveland as LeBron James delays his free agency decision. Additionally, they recap the Guardians' massive offensive performance and react to Ryan Clark's sudden firing from ESPN. 01:50 - Shedeur Sanders Trolling Debate 06:00 - Athlete Branding and Commercials 09:45 - Shedeur Sanders' ESPY Workload 15:10 - Lima's Quarterback Future Outlook 19:40 - LeBron James Decision Anxiety 25:05 - Cavs Roster Referendum Fears 31:52 - Guardians Seven Home Run Game 35:13 - Ryan Clark's ESPN Firing 39:31 - SEC Media Day Tensions

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Guardians' recent scoring surge and debate whether Rhys Hoskins has redeemed himself. They dive into the ongoing LeBron James free agency watch, questioning if the delay in his decision suggests Cleveland is merely a secondary option. The conversation also features an interview with Cam Justice regarding the high-stakes quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. 02:52 - Guardians Home Run Barrage 07:15 - Standings And Run Differential 12:45 - LeBron Decision Watch Frustrations 22:30 - Rich Paul Podcast Reaction 31:05 - Shedeur Sanders Brand Debate 41:45 - Online Fan Base Sensitivity 50:50 - Mahomes Vs Sanders Comparison 57:15 - Deshawn Quarterback Debate Call 01:14:05 - About Last Night Recap 01:19:45 - Ryan Clark ESPN Firing 01:26:15 - College Football Playoff Shifts 01:32:00 - Transfer Portal Reality Check 01:36:50 - Cam Justice Browns Interview 01:44:30 - Future Quarterback Draft Plans 01:55:15 - Sanders Vs Watson Comparison 02:03:25 - Cleveland As LeBron Fallback 02:14:50 - Miami Heat Odds Shift 02:24:55 - LeBron Legacy And Retirement 02:36:40 - Fans Prefer Shedeur Sanders

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cleveland Guardians' high-scoring victory and the statistical importance of run differential. They delve into the frustration surrounding the prolonged LeBron watch and analyze Rich Paul's podcast comments regarding the decision-making process. The conversation concludes with a heated debate about Shedeur Sanders' off-field brand management and his NFL future. 02:52 - Guardians' Seven Homer Victory 09:26 - LeBron Watch and Frustrations 13:16 - Rich Paul Interview Analysis 21:44 - Draymond Green on Schedule 25:43 - Comparing 2014 Return Hype 33:18 - Shedeur Sanders Business Debate 40:31 - Sensitive Fanbase Reactions

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima express frustration over the three-week wait for LeBron James' decision, questioning if Cleveland is being used as leverage. They analyze the Guardians' recent offensive surge and debate the polarizing dynamic between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. The discussion concludes with a look at modern athlete branding and reports of media changes at ESPN. 02:20 - LeBron Decision Delay Fallout 09:20 - Cleveland Legacy vs. Philly 13:45 - Guardians Home Run Surge 19:45 - Is Cleveland a Fallback? 27:55 - Retirement and Legacy Regrets 34:15 - Deshaun Watson vs. Sanders 38:15 - Modern Fanbase Branding Issues 41:40 - Karl Raveich ESPN Rumors

Cam Justice joins Ken and Tone to analyze the high-stakes quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. They discuss the pressure on the Browns' roster, the impact of the transfer portal on college football, and concerns regarding the team's pass rush depth. 01:55 - Ohio State's Grueling Schedule 05:45 - Transfer Portal Player Movement 09:05 - Paying College Athletes Model 14:51 - Cam Justice Interview Begins 19:10 - Watson Versus Sanders Debate 23:45 - Character Development And Growth 27:35 - Browns Pass Rush Concerns 34:05 - Browns Future QB Plans

The show breaks down the Guardians' 13-4 blowout of the Twins, a seven-homer outburst including two from Rhys Hoskins, sparking a debate between Ken and producer John over whether one big game actually "redeems" a player who's still hitting under .200 for the season. The conversation shifts to Ryan Clark's on-air firing from ESPN, with the hosts calling the timing classless and debating whether an old comment about non-players not deserving a voice in sports media contributed to the fallout. They also dig into SEC commissioner Greg Sankey's comments about a possible breakaway from the NCAA, with Ken relishing the idea of the SEC losing ground to the Big Ten. The segment ends with a reflective moment on whether years of NIL and playoff expansion have made college football harder to love.

Ken and Anthony break down the Guardians' four-homer beatdown of the Pirates, with Rhys Hoskins going deep twice to silence critics calling for him to be DFA'd. From there the show pivots to LeBron's still-unresolved free agency, now three weeks old, with Ken firing back at the afternoon show for mocking how often he brings it up. Rich Paul's comments on the Game Over podcast get dissected for clues on timing, with training camp roughly 70 days away. Ken makes his case that patience is wearing thin and the longer this drags on, the worse it looks if LeBron doesn't pick Cleveland.

They analyze the Cleveland Guardians' defensive struggles and the impact of Travis Bazzana's arrival. They also debate Rex Ryan's criticism of Shedeur Sanders' off-field focus and the high-stakes wait for LeBron James' free agency decision. 01:50 - Guardians Sloppy Performance 10:24 - Pittsburgh Rivalry Discussion 18:05 - World Cup Extra Time 26:16 - Global Soccer Culture 34:40 - Shedeur Sanders Film 41:36 - LeBron Free Agency Delay 55:39 - Danny Cunningham Interview 01:10:25 - Travis Bazzana Highlight 01:18:56 - Tom Brady Wrestling Drama 01:25:17 - Le'Veon Bell Arrested 01:36:52 - Daryl Ruiter Report 01:50:21 - Rex Ryan Criticism 02:02:51 - Brand Versus Football 02:13:31 - Fan Quarterback Debate 02:25:44 - Playoff Standards Discussion 02:33:14 - LeBron Potential Destination

A sloppy, mistake-filled loss to Pittsburgh—capped by Gabriel Arias getting doubled off second on a bizarre baserunning blunder—has the guys questioning whether Arias has any runway left once Jose Ramirez returns to third base. They contrast his four years of recurring gaffes with rookies like Cooper Ingle and Kahlil Watson, who they say deserve more slack simply because they're new. The conversation spins into frustration over Pittsburgh fans overrunning Progressive Field for the Paul Skenes start, with the crew arguing the Pirates—not the Reds—should be Cleveland's real interleague rival. They close out noting the tight AL Wild Card race, which they say makes a quiet trade deadline more likely than usual.

Lima runs through his weekly likes and dislikes, giving a big thumbs up to Travis Bazzana's come-from-behind homer as a potential Guardians highlight of the year while trashing the sloppy weekend series overall, plus a thumbs up for the massive prize money still floating around pro golf despite the sport's post-Tiger decline. He rips the World Cup's Coldplay-curated halftime show and Argentina's post-final antics as embarrassing, while noting his family ended up rooting for Spain over Messi after learning about his reputation for dirty play. Ken and Lima also both express confusion and mild disdain over Tom Brady's WWE-adjacent scuffles with the Paul brothers, calling it beneath a legend of his stature. The segment wraps with a fun personal aside about Ken running into the Super Troopers cast at the Cleveland airport.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to the news of Le'Veon Bell's arrest in Stark County and the enduring wait for LeBron James' free agency decision. They are joined by Daryl Ruiter to analyze the Cleveland Browns' quarterback dynamics and the controversy surrounding Shedeur Sanders' off-field branding. They also discuss the generational gap in how modern athletes manage personal business versus on-field performance. 01:30 - Monster Truck Giveaway 03:00 - Le'Veon Bell Arrested 07:15 - LeBron James Decision Delay 14:15 - Daryl Ruiter Interview 18:10 - Browns Quarterback Competition 29:45 - Shedeur Sanders Branding Debate

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima examine the ripple effects of LeBron James' delayed free agency decision on the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster and local schedule. Danny Cunningham joins 92.3 The Fan to discuss potential Jared Allen trades and the tightening competitiveness of the Eastern Conference. They also recap Travis Bazzana's impact on the Guardians and Tom Brady's recent WWE-style antics. 02:20 - LeBron's Decision Delay 05:56 - Austin Carr Outing 13:44 - Danny Cunningham Interview 21:56 - Jared Allen Trade Rumors 29:54 - Lima Likes: Guardians Recap 36:40 - World Cup Final Drama 38:28 - Tom Brady's Post-NFL Career

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima breakdown the Guardians' recent "sloppy" play and the future of Gabriel Arias following a mistake-filled game. They also discuss the influx of Pirates fans in Cleveland, the World Cup final drama, and Shedeur Sanders' message to his critics. 02:41 - Vogt Critiques Sloppy Play 06:45 - Pirates Fans Infiltrate Cleveland 11:00 - Paul Skenes' Star Power 19:03 - World Cup Final Reflections 25:30 - Adopting Soccer As Fan 34:18 - Shedeur Sanders' Loyal Message

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima clash over whether Shedeur Sanders' marketing brand interferes with his football focus. They also discuss the future of Deshaun Watson with the Browns and speculate on the impact of a potential LeBron James return to the Cavaliers. 01:50 - Todd Monken On Distractions 05:24 - Deshaun Watson Starting Debate 12:10 - Shedeur Sanders Brand Discussion 18:58 - Fighting Active NBA Players 24:05 - Browns Season Win Expectations 31:38 - LeBron James Decision Rumors 37:00 - Dan Gilbert's Next Move

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin's discussions focus on Steven Vogt's management style and the internal accountability within the Cleveland Guardians. Analysis follows regarding Gabriel Arias's recent struggles and Chris Gimenez's comparison of the infielder to Mike Trout. 01:00 - Vogt's Management Style 03:43 - Gabriel Arias Performance Critique 09:20 - Gimenez's Mike Trout Comparison

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin examine the relentless nature of LeBron James rumors and the frustration following a Cleveland Guardians series loss. They also analyze Rex Ryan's criticism of Shedeur Sanders and the current state of information-based sports media. 02:18 - Afternoon Drive Show Open 04:01 - Cleveland Sports Rumor Fatigue 06:08 - Evaluating Modern Sports Media 09:37 - Shedeur Sanders Influencer Criticism 15:52 - Quarterback Off-Field Expectations

Billy Cook did a little bit of everything Sunday, collecting three hits, driving in a run, scoring twice, stealing a base and making a run-saving throw as the Pittsburgh Pirates took the series from the Cleveland Guardians. Alex Stumpf breaks down Cook's complete performance, how he has embraced one of baseball's most difficult bench roles and why he might be the perfect role player for Don Kelly's Pirates. Read more from Alex at Book Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/ North Shore Nine is presented by FanDuel. Download our app! : https://apps.apple.com/us/app/north-shore-nine/id6771171000 : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.northshorenine.app Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ZY250XUYiS-yX7xOQCdLA/join Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m #pittsburghpirates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andy and Jeff recap the Guardians' three game series with the Pirates and whether or not the two games they lost were winnable, and if it exposed the Guardians' offensive issues.

Andy and Jeff look at the big picture of the American League and if the teams' records being so close means the AL is lacking, or if it's just parity.

The Pirates took two out of three from the Cleveland Guardians over the weekend. Billy Cook had two RBIs and threw a runner out! Do you feel good about the series? We are glad they took two out of there but it feels like they left things out on the table.

Hour 1 with Jeff Hathhorn: The Pirates took two out of three from the Cleveland Guardians over the weekend. Billy Cook had two RBIs and threw a runner out! Do you feel good about the series? Dennis Santana had another terrible game for the Pirates as the Guardians walked it off against the former closer on Saturday. The Pirates have 18 blown saves. A report came out from Bob Nightengale that the Pirates don't want to add much payroll, but Jeff disputed it and the Pirates are willing to add salary.

Nicholas "Harry" Callas reacts to the Pirates' series win over the Cleveland Guardians this weekend, and he also discusses how aggressive he wants the team to be in making trades before the deadline on August 3.

After the bullpen blew another late on Saturday, the Pittsburgh Pirates were able to bounce back to win on Sunday, taking their weekend series against the Cleveland Guardians.Paul Skenes made his first start coming out of the All-Star break, allowing one run on seven hits and two walks while striking out eight over seven innings pitched. It was good enough to pick up his ninth win of the season.Jacob Gonzalez went 2-5 with a double and two runs scored. Getting a rare start in center field, Billy Cook went 3-4 with a triple, two runs scored, and a pair of RBI. Esmerlyn Valdez hit his 12th home run of the season, going 1-3 with two RBI and two walks.Bucs On Deck is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The Pirates will head to New York for three games against the Yankees. Braxton Ashcraft, Bubba Chandler, and Mitch Keller are the probably pitchers for the series.Murf Gray and Duce Gourson wrapped up their first weekend at their new levels after getting promoted coming out of the All-Star break.Now in Double-A Altoona, Gray went 2-9 with a home run and three walks compared to two strikeouts. He played in all three games and was the designated hitter on Sunday.For Gourson, he played in two of the three games over the weekend, going 4-7 with four runs scored, a home run, one walk (no strikeouts) while also stealing a pair of bases. * Greensboro Grasshoppers sent 1B Tony Blanco Jr. on a rehab assignment to Bradenton Marauders* Pittsburgh Pirates optioned RHP Khristian Curtis to Indianapolis Indians* Altoona Curve placed LHP Dominic Perachi on the 7-day injured listTop Exit Velocity* Shawn Ross - IND - 111.4 mph - Home Run* Richard Ramirez - BRD - 107 mph - Single* Jacob Gonzalez - PIT - 106.1 mph - Lineout* Edgleen Perez - BRD - 105.9 mph - Groundout* Duce Gourson - IND - 105.2 mph - Home RunTop Pitch Velocity* Carlos Mateo - BRD - 102 mph* Carlos Mateo - BRD - 101.6 mph* Carlos Mateo - BRD - 101.1 mph* Carlos Mateo - BRD - 100.9 mph* Carlos Mateo - BRD - 100.8 mphMost Whiffs* Paul Skenes - PIT - 18* Irwin Ramirez - BRD - 10* Hung-Leng Chang - GBO - 10* Brandon Neeck - ALT - 9* Matt Ager - ALT - 8Support the site by becoming a paid member and get access to all of our premium content, including our top prospect list with complete player write-ups and video breakdowns, which come out weekly.It will also give access to my player feature articles from on-site trips.We have monthly and yearly plans available, with the latter averaging $4.16/month.Indianapolis Indians - 13 vs Columbus Clippers - 6GamedayTop Hitter - Shawn Ross: 2-4, 3 R, 2 RBI, BB, HRTop Pitcher - Antwone Kelly: 4 IP, 3 H, BB, 2 KAltoona Curve - 6 vs Reading Fightin Phils - 10GamedayTop Hitter - Ivan Brethowr: 2-3, 2 R, RBI, HRTop Pitcher - Brandon Neeck: 2.1 IP, 5 KGreensboro Grasshoppers - 3 vs Hub City Spartanburgers - 7GamedayTop Hitter - Brian Sanchez: 2-4, 2 RBI, BB, 2BTop Pitcher - Kyle Larsen: 2 IP, BB, 3 KBradenton Marauders - 2 vs Tampa Tarpons - 7GamedayTop Hitter - Richard Ramirez: 2-3, R, RBI, BB, HRTop Pitcher - Brandon Cain: IP Get full access to Bucs On Deck at bucsondeck.substack.com/subscribe

The second half of the baseball season is heating up, but there's so much more happening in the world of sports that you can't afford to miss this episode. From a pivotal FIFA World Cup finale where Spain takes home the trophy, to the gritty battles in golf's Open Championship—Ryan Fox's stunning 62 and Bryson DeChambeau's controversy—this episode has it all. Plus, stay ahead of the game as we break down the NHL schedule release, the Blue Jackets' upcoming season, and insights on the NHL's latest moves and new international games designed to grow hockey in Europe.You'll discover why the MLB trade deadline could be a game-changer for the Tigers, Guardians, and Reds, with in-depth analysis of playoff races and the wild card chase. We dig into the recent minor league action, discussing the Toledo Mud Hens' intriguing lineup and the nostalgic decline of classic rivalries like Durham and Charlotte—sparking a debate about rebuilding the grind of minor league baseball to bring back more fan-friendly matchups. And of course, we talk about the trajectory of the Cleveland Guardians, the White Sox' divisional battle, and the Boston Red Sox's surprising winning streak.Why does it matter? Missing out means being blindsided by playoff shuffles, overlooked talent, and missed chances in an ever-changing sports landscape. This episode will give you the edge in making sense of the season's most critical moments, helping you spot opportunities and understand the stakes on both national and international stages.Plus, we salute the history and culture of hockey—lamenting the loss of Hockey Night in Canada's iconic status and pondering where the Blue Jackets will stream their games in an era of new media rights. From the NHL draft buzz to the excitement of the upcoming season, this is your all-in-one sports briefing that keeps you informed, inspired, and ready to cheer your teams onward.Perfect for sports fans craving the latest insights, the debate about tradition vs. growth, and the gut-wrenching thrill of postseason race—this episode is your ultimate playbook. Hit play now and stay in the game.*Guest contributions include expert analysis on golf's major tournaments and insider insights into NHL and minor league strategic shifts, all delivered in a lively, engaging style that makes sports fan come to love.

Khristian Curtis delivered five scoreless innings in an outstanding MLB debut, but the Pirates bullpen completely wasted it. DiNardo and Nathan react to another brutal collapse against the Cleveland Guardians, the continued struggles of Dennis Santana and Gregory Soto, Don Kelly's bullpen decisions and a defense that failed to help its pitchers. 0:00 Another bullpen collapse 4:20 A bullpen with no identity 9:10 Where was Wilber Dotel? 12:42 Khristian Curtis shines in his debut 17:16 Quiet offense and costly defense 20:05 Paul Skenes gets the series finale Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Billy Cook delivered an unforgettable performance as the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-1 to take the series. Cook collected three hits, drove in a run, stole a base and threw a runner out at home, while Paul Skenes allowed just one run with eight strikeouts across seven innings. Jim and Nate break down the surprising lineup production, outstanding defense, Esmerlyn Valdez's latest home run and the Pirates heading to New York at 52-48. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for more Pirates coverage throughout the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pirates vs. Guardians MLB Betting Odds & Picks, 7/19/26 | Night Moves Show by Ramon Scott

The Pittsburgh Pirates opened Saturday's doubleheader with a convincing 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. Jared Jones delivered another dominant performance, striking out nine over five innings while allowing just one run. Newly acquired infielder Jacob Gonzalez crushed a 428-foot, two-run homer, while Esmerlyn Valdez and Nick Gonzales also went deep. Carmen Mlodzinski followed Jones with three scoreless innings as the Pirates extended their winning streak to four games and improved to 51-47. Jim and Tyler break down the complete victory from Progressive Field. The NS9 Postgame Show is presented by FanDuel and powered by Primanti Brothers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken and Anthony talk about what it would take to get a salary cap and floor in MLB, and if it's worth sacrificing the prime of players like Jose Ramirez with a lockout to get it.

Curtis Danburg joined Ken and Anthony live in studio to talk about player and fan safety during the wildfire smoke, what promotions and events are coming up with the Guardians this weekend, as well as when we can expect to see Jose Ramirez and Angel Martinez back in the lineup.

Ken and Anthony bring up their annual discussion about trading or paying Steven Kwan.

Ken and Anthony do a deep dive into Steven Kwan's advanced stats and try to argue in favor of paying him.

Zack Meisel joined Ken and Anthony and discussed Steven Kwan's status, and whether or not the Guardians should trade him or pay him. He also talked about expectations for the team this year, what they should do at the trade deadline, and all of the fallout that could potentially come from the upcoming CBA negotiations.

Griffin Warner talks betting for Friday. Griffin Warner returns with a new episode of the What I Bet Podcast on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed from the Pregame.com Podcast Network, diving into a loaded Friday, July 17th Major League Baseball card while riding a strong recent stretch of 5 and 2 in his last 7 picks, 7 and 3 in his last 10, and 10 and 5 in his last 15. The episode opens with an early matinee between the Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox, featuring Griffin Jax against rookie left hander Jake Bennett, before moving into the marquee matchup of the night as the Los Angeles Dodgers visit the New York Yankees with Roki Sasaki opposing Gerrit Cole, a game complicated by the possible absence of Shohei Ohtani and the continued absence of Aaron Judge. Warner works methodically through the rest of the card, breaking down Jared Jones against Gavin Williams as the Pittsburgh Pirates travel to face the Cleveland Guardians, a matchup that becomes central to the episode. He also covers Anthony Kay and the first place Chicago White Sox against Spencer Miles and the Toronto Blue Jays, Cal Quantrill and the Texas Rangers against a red hot Chris Sale and the Atlanta Braves, and Sandy Alcantara leading the Miami Marlins against Logan Henderson and the Milwaukee Brewers. From there, Warner turns to Bailey Ober and the Minnesota Twins against Colin Rea and the Chicago Cubs, citing possible wind conditions at Wrigley Field, along with Dean Kremer and the Baltimore Orioles against Peter Lambert and a Houston Astros bullpen bolstered by the return of closer Josh Hader. He continues through Michael King and the San Diego Padres against Seth Lugo and the Kansas City Royals, Brady Singer and the Cincinnati Reds against Gabriel Hughes and the Colorado Rockies, Troy Melton and the Detroit Tigers against Reid Detmers and the Los Angeles Angels, Cade Cavalli and the Washington Nationals against Gage Jump and an Athletics club currently playing in Sacramento, and closes the card breakdown with Landen Roupp and the San Francisco Giants against a surging Bryce Miller and the Seattle Mariners. Along the way, Warner shares a major promotional code, base25, offering 25 percent off any purchase at Pregame.com including his own season long MLB All Access package, dropping the price from 349 dollars to 262 dollars before the offer expires on July 27th, while noting he is up 21 and a half units of MLB profit on the season. The episode closes with Warner's official best bet, backing the Cleveland Guardians and Gavin Williams at minus 129 after building his case around Cleveland's pitching depth and bullpen advantage over Pittsburgh throughout the show. Listeners can find new episodes of the What I Bet Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify through the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed on the Pregame.com Podcast Network, with daily updates from Warner available at Real_G_Warner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin discuss the Cleveland Guardians' pitching strategy for an upcoming doubleheader before reacting to a viral story from Kansas City. They provide humorous commentary on a man getting trapped in a portable toilet basin and question the legitimacy of his Mountain Dew explanation. 01:00 - Guardians Doubleheader Pitching 02:07 - Porta Potty Incident Intro 05:58 - Fire Department Rescue 10:50 - Mountain Dew Excuse

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin's conversation covers the Cleveland Guardians game postponement due to poor air quality and the contrasting intensity of Todd Monken and Kevin Stefanski's training camps. Additionally, news surfaces regarding Ethan Pocic signing with the Ravens and Deshaun Watson's training camp with Shedeur Sanders. 01:43 - Guardians Game Postponed 04:27 - Monken Versus Stefanski Camps 08:59 - Pocic And Watson Updates

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin analyze the recent performance of Steven Kwan and his potential contract extension with the Cleveland Guardians. They also debate Kwan's defensive value and trade potential before shifting focus to the latest injury update regarding New York Yankees star Aaron Judge. 01:00 - Social Media and Aggregators 03:05 - Steven Kwan's Contract Future 06:13 - Steven Kwan's On-Field Value 10:42 - Guardians Roster Decisions 12:51 - Aaron Judge Injury Update

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin's analysis covers the upcoming MLB trade deadline and the competitive state of the American League Central race. Debate ensues regarding whether winning the division is an adequate achievement for the Cleveland Guardians or if a postseason series victory is required. The discussion also evaluates roster construction, financial limitations, and the performance of key players such as Steven Kwan and Jose Ramirez. 01:00 - MLB Trade Deadline Market 02:11 - Zach Meisel Postseason Standards 06:23 - Guardians Roster And Success

Andy and Jeff talk about expectations for the Guardians as they enter the second half of the season.

Jeff and Andy discuss which players the Guardians should try to get some trade value from at the deadline.

Andy and Jeff discuss the impending CBA negotiations in Major League Baseball and why it made the 2027 schedule release feel like an empty exercise.

Paul Hoynes joined Baskin and Phelps to preview the second half of the Major League Baseball season, whether or not the Guardians are going to try and be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline, and which players he thinks the team could use as trade capital.

Andy and Jeff talk about how hungry the Guardians are to win, and if that would lead to them trading a player like Travis Bazzana at the deadline.