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Lima and Lance preview the Lake Erie Crushers ticket giveaway and debate whether Ken can actually throw a strike before diving into the LeBron and Myles Garrett fallout. Lima argues both stars are all-time Cleveland greats who left or forced their way out, and asks callers whether that soured their willingness to bond with future athletes the way Jose Ramirez's loyalty never will. Lance says aging and years of watching Guardians stars walk have made him a "team guy" over a "player guy," pointing to Joe Thomas as proof that even beloved legends would've been just as happy playing elsewhere
Fantasy Baseball Live – July 26, 2026 @ 3 pm.Segment 1 and 2 – Review the weekend gamesAdditional Questions/Topics1.Hunter Greene had a bad start on Saturday, and his velocity was a bit down as well. 5.1 IP, 6 ER, 3K/2BB – now with a 7.06 ERA. Not what we wanted!2.Dylan Cease with another gem. A lot has been made about Cam Schlitter winning the CY Young, but Dylan Cease is right there. His wins are bit down because the Blue Jays can't score runs, but your thoughts on his season. 3.Juan Soto hits the IL with a grade 2 calf strain. He might be out for a while. Thoughts on who gets his at-bats?4.Bobby Witt Jr. is also out – any thoughts on who might be a waiver wire pickup for him?5.There was a report out from Ken Rosenthal that American League teams are still not ready to make deals as many know there teams aren't very good, but they say they are still in it.a.I think that's true – is this good for baseball or not?6.Jose Ramirez and Nick Kurtz are both back. Yay!Segment 3 – Waiver WireSegment 4 – Closer ReportClose
The hosts on 92.3 The Fan analyze how the Cleveland Guardians managed to stay afloat at .500 despite injuries to key stars like José Ramírez, while debating whether Steven Kwan's recent hot streak makes him a trade deadline target or an indispensable asset. Plus, they weigh in on the team's trade deadline strategy, first-base production struggles between Kyle Manzardo and Rhys Hoskins, and what it will take for Cleveland to win the AL Central.
Matt Dery joins Ken and Anthony to push back on the running bit that Angel Martinez and Jose Ramirez returning count as the Guardians' trade deadline moves, arguing the team genuinely needs another bat given Kyle Manzardo and Rhys Hoskins' inconsistency at first base and Gabriel Arias' shaky production. He credits the club for staying at 54-50 despite losing three of its best hitters for stretches, but calls Wednesday's 0-for-17 with runners in scoring position performance a symbol of a season full of near-misses, including the sloppy loss that wasted Gavin Williams' gem. Dery also notes Steven Kwan looks like himself again at the plate over the last few weeks and floats sending Manzardo down to Columbus to reset.
Ken and Lima bring in producer John to run through the Guardians' win with Jose Ramirez back in the lineup, before spiraling into a joke-filled tangent about whether Sean McVay is on peptides. They dig into the fallout from a fake LeBron James "press conference" video that other sports orgs like the Winnipeg Jets and PGA Tour started riffing on, and react to Jake Paul's clip claiming he could make an NFL roster and specifically wants to try out for the Browns. That spins into a debate over which actors or athletes (Keanu Reeves, Brock Lesnar, Michael B. Jordan) could hypothetically get a tryout, and closes with a heated ranking of favorite versus most-hated football movies, including a fight over "Remember the Titans" and "The Blind Side."
Ken and Anthony break down how the Guardians managed to stay at .500 despite losing Jose Ramirez and Angel Martinez to injury, including a brutally sloppy loss to the Twins that Ken calls some of the dumbest baseball he's seen in years. They debate whether winning the division a third straight year would even be enough for Guardians fans given the team's playoff track record, while praising rookies like Kahlil Watson for playing hard every night. Ken closes by admitting he's bracing himself for the Browns to name Deshaun Watson their starting quarterback, even though he doesn't want it to happen.
Fantasy Baseball Live – July 19, 2026 @ 2 pm ETSegments 1 and 2 – Review the Weekend GamesAdditional Questions/Notes1.Shane Bieber – 6.0 IP, 3 hits, 0 ER, 6K/2BB. Still not throwing hard, but ok. He did pitch better in his last outing as well. Maybe, he's improving??? What do you do here?2.Esmerlyn Valdez with another home run – also Jared Jones looked great in his Saturday afternoon win against the Guards. You have to bear in mind the competition, but he did look very good. Thoughts on him for the ROS and long-term.a.Speaking of the Pirates, they promoted Khristian Curtis to be the bulk guy on Saturday night's DH game. He was great and while his minor league season was a bit uneven – great in Double-A, so-so in Triple-A, he's got good stuff.i.Does he get more chances this season?3.Brandon Woodruff is undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery. This is not good as he's had multiple shoulder surgeries over the past few years and just can't seem to get healthy. In response, the Brewers acquired Lance McCullers from the Astros. Talk about somebody who can't stay healthy.a.Thoughts on the McCullers?b.Do you think this is the Brewers “Big Move”, or will they do something else?4.Stud updatesa.Jose Ramirez is getting close and might skip a rehab assignment.b.Ronald Acuna should be ready to return sometime this upcoming week.c.Max Fried will have a rehab start this weekd.Aaron Judge doesn't appear closee.Will Smith might be back sometime late next month.Segment 3 – Waiver WireSegment 4 – Closer Report
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.
Ken and Anthony debate which NBA players they could actually take in a fight, landing on the conclusion that pretty much none of them stand a chance, before ripping into Chet Holmgren's frame and Anthony's own scrawny high school years. Callers weigh in on the Browns quarterback situation, with fans pushing win totals needed to keep Shedeur Sanders as the starter and Ken doubling down that he would franchise tag and draft another quarterback regardless. The segment also veers into a Guardians tangent about a kid getting blamed for Jose Ramirez's injury and wraps with a call debating whether Arch Manning will get the same leash Dillon Gabriel has been given.
The guys set the scene with the Guardians returning from the All-Star break. Are they poised to make any impact additions ahead of the trade deadline, and will the lineup wake up after several weeks of subpar production? Plus, what is to be done with the struggling Steven Kwan, and is Jose Ramirez the Guards' Patrick Mahomes? All that and more.
The guys set the scene with the Guardians returning from the All-Star break. Are they poised to make any impact additions ahead of the trade deadline, and will the lineup wake up after several weeks of subpar production? Plus, what is to be done with the struggling Steven Kwan, and is Jose Ramirez the Guards' Patrick Mahomes? All that and more.
The guys set the scene with the Guardians returning from the All-Star break. Are they poised to make any impact additions ahead of the trade deadline, and will the lineup wake up after several weeks of subpar production? Plus, what is to be done with the struggling Steven Kwan, and is Jose Ramirez the Guards' Patrick Mahomes? All that and more.
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 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.
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
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss why LeBron James should prioritize his legacy by returning to Cleveland rather than chasing rings in other cities. They also analyze the Cleveland Guardians' offensive struggles and the team's long-term potential behind Jose Ramirez. Producer John Colavita checks in from the All-Star Game in Philadelphia with updates on Travis Bazzana.
Ken Carman examines the Cleveland Guardians' postseason potential and addresses concerns regarding their offensive production. He highlights the impact of Jose Ramirez on the roster's development and draws a comparison between the star third baseman and Patrick Mahomes.
Justin Lada of Locked On Guardians joins Ken and Anthony to argue against trading a hot-hitting Steven Kwan, noting there's no real replacement and the return wouldn't be worth it with Jose Ramirez and Angel Martinez set to return. He explains the offense has grown passive and pressed at the plate, and identifies bullpen help as the deadline priority, pointing to internal options like Yoramon Gomez as potential converts if a trade market doesn't materialize. Lada also weighs in on Francisco Lindor speculation, saying he'd welcome a reunion if money weren't an issue, and calls for an upgrade over Rhys Hoskins given Ty France's stronger production elsewhere. He closes by praising Brayan Rocchio's improved contact and confidence, though he's skeptical the hot stretch fully sustains.
Ken and Anthony play audio of ESPN's Bill Barnwell making the case that Jared Verse could finish the season with more sacks than Myles Garrett, citing the Rams' deep defensive line rotation and potential double teams on Garrett as the Browns' clear focal point. The hosts admit it's a hot take but concede the reasoning has merit, then pivot to worrying aloud about unfair comparisons Browns fans might make between the two pass rushers all season. They also revisit earlier audio of Justin Lada explaining why Jose Ramirez would likely support a Francisco Lindor reunion despite Lindor's down year. The segment closes with a broader discussion on why Cleveland's playoff-hunt fatigue makes trade buzz harder to gauge given how many AL teams remain in contention.
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Friday. On this Friday edition closing out the first half of the baseball season, Munaf Manji and Dave Essler run through a full slate of matchups before turning their attention to an NFL win total preview on the Dallas Cowboys, all while being honest about a rougher stretch of results over the past couple weeks. Dave opens by noting he cashed his client best bet on the Brewers first five the night before, and he shares that he likes Matt Fitzpatrick and Rory heading through their respective golf rounds. Munaf explains that Thursday cards have been a consistent trouble spot this season, largely because of the thin getaway day schedule, and he pledges never to force plays just to have something on the board every day. The two then work through four featured games in careful detail. In the nation's capital, Ryan Weathers and the Yankees face Carson Palmquist and the Nationals, with both hosts leaning heavily on the over given Palmquist's expected short outing, a shaky Nationals bullpen, and a Nationals lineup that leads the majors in runs scored, plus a standout trend showing the Nationals going twelve and three to the over in the first game of a home series this season. In Tampa Bay, Luis Castillo and the Mariners take on Nick Martinez and the Rays, with the pair pointing to Castillo's poor history following high pitch count starts and Martinez owning a career mark of zero and four against Seattle, landing both hosts on the over and some added interest in the Rays moneyline. In Miami, Parker Messick faces Sandy Alcantara in what both expect to be a tightly pitched affair, with a detailed discussion of pitch count trends, Jose Ramirez potentially returning to the Guardians lineup soon, and Alcantara's strong home splits this season. In Cincinnati, Shota Imanaga takes on a struggling Hunter Greene coming off a brutal return from injury, with both hosts leaning toward the Cubs in the first five innings and citing Imanaga's strong career track record against the Reds, including a ten strikeout effort earlier this season. The conversation also touches briefly on several other games around the board, including Chris Sale and the Braves against the Cardinals, the Dodgers as rare underdogs against the Diamondbacks, a total that spiked from nine and a half to ten and a half between Baltimore and Kansas City, action involving the Athletics and White Sox, a total shift in the Astros and Rangers game, the Angels and Twins, Phillies and Tigers, Red Sox and Mets, and a notable total jump in the Blue Jays and Padres matchup. From there, the show shifts into a lengthy and opinionated breakdown of the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the coming NFL season, with a win total set at nine and a half. Dave delivers an extended take on ownership, ongoing questions about the new defensive coordinator and head coaching staff, and why he continues to side with the under until the results prove otherwise, while Munaf highlights a brutal opening stretch of the schedule, an offense that should remain productive, and a defense that gave up the second most points in the league last season, ultimately projecting an eight or nine win season. The episode wraps with best bets for Friday, as the hosts land on a Royals team total play, a low scoring first five bet between the Guardians and Marlins, and a bonus mention involving a red hot Twins starter against a struggling Orioles pitcher working back from injury. Before signing off, the pair remind listeners this is the final show before the All-Star break, with new episodes returning around July twenty first, and they encourage listeners to check out a discounted picks package covering baseball, golf, and basketball coverage heading into a busy sports weekend that also includes UFC action and World Cup quarterfinal matches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amid a brutal four-game skid and a bullpen implosion, chatter has emerged that the Guardians should become sellers before the trade deadline, but Ken and Anthony flatly reject it. They argue there is nobody worth moving since the roster is stocked with cheap, young core pieces like Travis Bazzana, Cooper Ingle, and Angel Martinez who are central to the franchise's future, not trade chips. Anthony points out some of the frustration stems from Cavs fatigue bleeding into how fans view the Guardians, while Ken argues the team still deserves the benefit of the doubt given a weak AL Central and the absence of Jose Ramirez. Rather than a splashy sell off, they suggest smaller moves like adding a reliever or converting a Triple A arm into bullpen depth.
Ken and Anthony break down a brutal Guardians loss where the bullpen walked 14 batters and burned through seven relievers, dropping Cleveland a game behind the White Sox. They debate whether something is physically wrong with Emmanuel Clase after his wild outing, question the bullpen options for the next game, and wonder if the malaise from a mediocre Cavs stretch has bled into how fans view the Guardians. The hosts ultimately argue the team deserves more benefit of the doubt given they are defending division champs still without Jose Ramirez, even as they admit June and early July have been ugly.
Ken recounts a golf outing with Lima where he hit the best drives of his life, then describes waking up screaming at 3am from brutal leg cramps that sent his wife scrambling for pickles and mustard. The conversation shifts to the Guardians, with the hosts pushed to give realistic solutions to the slump instead of fantasy fixes like a Francisco Lindor reunion. They settle on getting a healthy Jose Ramirez back after the All-Star break as the most realistic path, while admitting the bullpen issues with Emmanuel Clase and Sean Armstrong are still unsolved. The hosts insist they aren't ready to wave the white flag, even with the Twins and White Sox breathing down Cleveland's neck.
Ken and Anthony bring in producer John to break down the Guardians' walk-off loss to the Twins, a game they say Cleveland should have won despite sloppy pitching that included eight walks and a bases-loaded jam in the seventh. They note the offense is now dead last in the league in slugging percentage, arguing someone beyond Austin Hedges needs to step up as a leader while Jose Ramirez is out. The conversation shifts into a rant about MLB pitchers being pulled during perfect games due to pitch-count management, which the hosts call bad for the sport, before wrapping with a lighthearted debate over which athlete they'd trade places with, landing on the recently retired Justin Verlander.
Ken and Lima discuss the ongoing struggles of the Cleveland Guardians bullpen and the impact of Jose Ramirez's absence on the team's offensive output. The conversation shifts to the Cleveland Browns' potential salary cap maneuvers and an extensive analysis of LeBron James' possible return to the Cavaliers, alongside an interview with wrestling legend Jimmy Hart. 03:04 - Guardians Bullpen Struggles 08:10 - Jose Ramirez Absence 12:45 - Guardians Team Vibes 22:39 - Shedeur Sanders Buzz 28:05 - Browns Salary Cap 34:00 - Ken's Health Scares 44:44 - LeBron Return Speculation 53:00 - Cavs Postseason Outlook 01:02:00 - LeBron's Durability Secrets 01:11:55 - Pitcher Usage Controversy 01:18:20 - Justin Verlander Legacy 01:27:30 - Guardians Deadline Strategy 01:35:12 - Mary Kay Cabot 01:45:45 - Browns Training Camp 01:53:30 - Front Office Poll 02:07:03 - Pass Rusher Debate 02:20:06 - Jimmy Hart Interview 02:31:08 - Iconic Heel Turn 02:39:19 - Pro Wrestling History
Ken and Anthony debate a hypothetical Guardians trade for Francisco Lindor amid the Mets' clubhouse dysfunction, with Ken surprisingly open to the idea despite the money and Anthony firmly against it. Anthony argues it's not about the contract but the power dynamic, questioning whether Lindor would want to return to a clubhouse that's unquestionably Jose Ramirez's team after leaving Cleveland the way he did. They also touch on Joey Cantillo's rough second inning, defending his "battler" reputation as a legit third-starter ceiling rather than a knock, before setting up the Guardians' rotation questions heading into the All-Star break.
Ken and Anthony continue debating a hypothetical Francisco Lindor reunion, with Ken now warming to the idea if it means upgrading a lineup spot currently held by Brayan Rocchio. A caller raises the idea that any Lindor trade should be run by Jose Ramirez first, since Jose took a hometown discount to stay in Cleveland, sparking a debate over how much say Jose should have in roster moves. The hosts agree Cleveland's strong clubhouse culture, unlike the dysfunctional Mets, is part of why the team has stayed competitive, and Ken says he'd defer to Jose's read on the potential addition. The segment closes by teasing the growing national criticism of Donovan Mitchell's new contract, which Anthony predicted weeks in advance.
Ken and Anthony continue debating whether Jared Verse is being set up for unfair comparisons to Myles Garrett, with Anthony maintaining it's a disservice to hype Verse this early since he's a fraction of the all-time talent Garrett was. Ken counters that fans care more about likability and winning than pure talent, pointing to how Cleveland embraced Jose Ramirez and Nick Chubb over Garrett despite Garrett being the better player at his position. Both agree the Browns' lack of a franchise quarterback will unfairly cast a shadow over Verse's early years in Cleveland, the same way it did for Joe Thomas and Josh Cribbs, and predict fans will already be frustrated with him by the first tough Monday morning of the season. The segment closes teasing Jason Lloyd's take on the debate coming up shortly.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima discuss the electric atmosphere at the Usher and Chris Brown concert in Cleveland, including a viral moment with a Browns jersey. They transition into sports to evaluate Donovan Mitchell's extension and the likelihood of LeBron James returning to the Cavaliers. They then debate a potential trade for Francisco Lindor and how it would affect Jose Ramirez's clubhouse leadership. 02:20 - Ken Carman's Concert Recap 05:35 - Usher Jersey Viral Moment 08:45 - Stage Performance Controversy 16:10 - LeBron James Return Rumors 22:13 - Francisco Lindor Return Debate 30:09 - Donovan Mitchell Extension Reaction
Jared Diamond joined Baskin and Phelps to talk about how the Guardians have stayed competitive despite not having top-tier offensive production. He also discussed Kyle Manzardo's role on the team, how important Jose Ramirez is to their success, as well as what the front office needs to do at the trade deadline in order to be competitive.
Cleveland and Chicago split a series. Is a rekindled rivalry forming between these two franchises? Rain plays a role in weekend split. The Guardians get three All-Stars, Brayan Rocchio deserves recognition despite no All-Star selection, Austin Hedges keeps it up offensively, updates on Jose Ramirez and Angel Martinez: Zack and T.J. discuss it all.We hope you'll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you'll get an ADDITIONAL episode per week, all for supporting the show for $5 per month at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcastListeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the promo code: SELBY.
Ken and Anthony break down the Guardians' four-game split with the White Sox, praising Brayan Rocchio's walk-off homer and the overall entertainment value of the series despite dropping the final two games. They note Tanner Bibee's recent home-run struggles and touch on Jose Ramirez and Angel Martinez getting valuable at-bats back as the team heads into a crucial stretch, while wondering if looming CBA uncertainty is making the front office more conservative than usual. The conversation shifts to LeBron James, with both hosts speculating whether an announcement could come around the July 11th anniversary of his 2014 return, though they doubt it happens on a night dominated by the USA-Belgium World Cup match. Ken closes the show noting that despite loud anti-LeBron voices online, he didn't encounter a single skeptic in person over the weekend.
Guardians TV play-by-play announcer Matt Underwood joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about Cleveland's series against the White Sox, the Guardians impressive young core, his expectations for the trade deadline, and more.
Jonathan Peterlin and Daryl Ruiter evaluate Donovan Mitchell's role with the Cleveland Cavaliers and discuss if the fanbase is being unfairly critical of his performance. The conversation contrasts Mitchell's popularity with other local icons like Jose Ramirez and Nick Chubb while exploring the pressure of championship expectations in Cleveland sports. 01:00 - Donovan Mitchell's Cavs Tenure 04:13 - Fans Unfair To Mitchell 10:21 - Beloved Cleveland Sports Icons 13:51 - Athletes Above Local Criticism 17:11 - High Expectations For Cavaliers
Jonathan Peterlin and Daryl Ruiter analyze why Cleveland fans criticize Donovan Mitchell while players like Jose Ramirez and Nick Chubb remain untouchable. They discuss the impact of Mitchell's potential $70 million super-max contract and whether his performance justifies being paid like an NBA unicorn. 01:00 - Mitchell criticism debate 04:14 - Comparing Cleveland stars 09:12 - Mitchell super max value
Ken and Lima take caller reaction to the Cooper Ingle blunder, with Drew from Chicago arguing local media went too soft on Ingle by suggesting his rookie status or outfield inexperience as excuses instead of just calling it a boneheaded play. Ken and Lima counter that reporters were likely trying to guide players toward honest answers rather than let them off the hook, and agree the team's lack of run support means any defensive mistake gets magnified. They openly admit double standards exist, noting a veteran like Jose Ramirez or a struggling player like Gabriel Arias would face harsher scrutiny for the same mistake. A second caller shifts blame to the front office's roster construction, sparking a broader tangent comparing the Guardians' tight-margin build to the big-spending, dysfunctional Mets.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dig into the Guardians' offensive struggles after a 10-hit loss, debating whether Steven Kwan or David Fry deserves more of the blame. They credit Kwan for elite defense and a willingness to draw walks despite a brutal bat speed decline, while questioning why Fry still has a roster spot over younger options like Cooper Ingle. The pair also revisit their past stance that the Guardians should have paid Kwan big money, conceding that Owen and Zack Meisel were right to push back. They close by wondering if the lineup can hold up in another playoff push once Jose Ramirez and Angel Martinez return from injury.
Anthony Castrovince joined Baskin and Phelps to talk about the state of the Guardians without Angel Martinez and Jose Ramirez, and why he thinks the team is still in good shape without their top hitters. He discussed how young the team is and how it bodes well for the future, and he breaks down why the Guardians will still have a fighting chance to win the division.
Zack and T.J. discuss a loss to open the White Sox series which saw Cleveland score 5 runs but lose it in the 9th. The Guardians are operating with little margin for error given their injuries, but is there anything they can do to make this stretch without Jose Ramirez, Chase DeLauter and Angel Martinez more bearable?
92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Guardians from during the past week. The discussion is dominated by talk about the injury to perennial All-Star Jose Ramirez. What does it mean for the team as presently constituted, and what does it mean for the roster ahead of next month's trade deadline? What is your current confidence level in the team, and they have earned the benefit of the doubt given their track record of success in recent years?
Vlad Sedler (@rotogut) is joined by current NFBC Online Auction overall leader Ben Bingham (@BenBinghamMLB) to discuss a variety of fantasy baseball and MLB topics: 15 vs. 12-team leagues, finding AVG on the wire, underlying metrics of rookie hitters, the Cleveland Guardians and the AL Central, and a preview of this weekend's FAAB targets. Enjoy! TOPICS Ben's first overall auction squad: how he's built and managed it How to find Batting Average in FAAB The balance between being risk-averse and taking risks Best FAAB pickups of the season Using MiLB underlying metrics to help with rookie pickup decisions The Guardians, White Sox, Twins and expectations for the AL Central, ROS Did we see Parker Messick coming? What to expect from Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado, ROS Cooper Pratt, Christian Moore, Trei Cruz, Tommy Edman and all the 15-team FAAB targets Join us at https://ftnfantasy.com/mlb, use code DAD15 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Zack Meisel from The Athletic joins to analyze the Cleveland Guardians' challenges following the injury to Jose Ramirez. He examines the team's lack of roster depth and the pressure on the pitching staff during a critical road trip. Meisel also discusses the implications of clubhouse trust and how the organization might approach the trade deadline in a wide-open American League.
Zack Meisel from The Athletic joins to analyze the Cleveland Guardians' depth issues following injuries to Jose Ramirez and other key starters. A heated debate breaks out over LeBron James' future, specifically regarding a controversial suggestion that he should join the New York Knicks on a veteran minimum contract to chase another championship. 02:00 - Zack Meisel Interview 05:45 - Guardians Depth Concerns 10:35 - MLB Gambling Scandals 15:45 - Trade Deadline Strategy 20:15 - Guardians Roster Discussion 25:00 - LeBron Lakers Rumors 35:40 - Knicks Legacy Debate
Ken and Lima react to Vincent Goodwill's controversial claim that the Larry O'Brien Trophy has become a participation trophy due to lack of dynasties. They transition into the Cleveland Guardians' injury crisis after losing Jose Ramirez and discuss the validity of Emory Hunt's ten-win projection for the Browns. 01:50 - Cleveland Sports Highlights 03:01 - Vincent Goodwill NBA Take 07:00 - NBA Parity and Ratings 13:48 - Guardians Injury Report 20:20 - Ken's Son Voodoo Rumors 25:09 - Browns Win Total Debate 34:40 - Supplemental Draft Speculation
Ken and Anthony Lima discuss the Guardians' recent loss and the significant injury blow to Jose Ramirez. They bring on NFL draft analyst Dane Brugler to break down the potential of supplemental draft prospect Brendan Sorsby. Additionally, they cover LeBron James' return odds and the debate over NBA participation trophies. 02:40 - Vincent Goodwill's Trophy Take 08:15 - NBA Star Power 13:45 - Guardians Injury Outlook 19:35 - Ken's Son Jinx 26:05 - Browns Win Predictions 33:10 - Brendan Sorsby Analysis 45:40 - Supplemental Draft Strategy 57:20 - LeBron Return Odds 01:02:30 - Cavs Cap Flexibility 01:11:10 - Two-Second Trivia 01:21:15 - Player Nickname Debate 01:33:40 - James Harden Analysis 01:57:35 - Dane Brugler Interview 02:08:15 - Future QB Prospects 02:28:55 - Watson vs Sanders Battle 02:31:50 - Steelers Draft Philosophy
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Tim Kurkjian joins to talk about Jacob Misiorowski's latest historical performance: a 15-strikeout complete-game 1-hitter. Buster and Tim also discuss Tarik Skubal's return and what that means for the Tigers, the white hot White Sox, and Pete Crow-Armstrong's correlation to the Cubs' success. Braves All-Star first baseman Matt Olson then joins to discuss one of the most underrated parts of his game: his arm. He also shares a surprising story about the closest he's come to missing a game during his iron-man streak and is wise enough to not share some inside secrets of his batting approach to Cam Schlittler. 0:00 Top of the First (Logan Webb, White Sox, Las Vegas) 2:21 Jacob Misiorowski's complete game 6:09 Tarik Skubal returns 7:35 Jose Ramirez's injury 9:07 Spencer Strider's injury 10:07 Yoshinobu Yamamoto's 1-hitter, White Sox win series 11:18 Cubs dependence on Pete Crow-Armstrong 12:55 Matt Olson's laser arm 15:35 Closest to missing a game 20:38 Returning to Silver Slugger form 24:59 Michael Harris II's breakout season 26:37 Mauricio Dubon's impact on Atlanta 27:56 Views on Walt Weiss' tackle on Soler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tim Kurkjian joins to talk about Jacob Misiorowski's latest historical performance: a 15-strikeout complete-game 1-hitter. Buster and Tim also discuss Tarik Skubal's return and what that means for the Tigers, the white hot White Sox, and Pete Crow-Armstrong's correlation to the Cubs' success. Braves All-Star first baseman Matt Olson then joins to discuss one of the most underrated parts of his game: his arm. He also shares a surprising story about the closest he's come to missing a game during his iron-man streak and is wise enough to not share some inside secrets of his batting approach to Cam Schlittler. 0:00 Top of the First (Logan Webb, White Sox, Las Vegas) 2:21 Jacob Misiorowski's complete game 6:09 Tarik Skubal returns 7:35 Jose Ramirez's injury 9:07 Spencer Strider's injury 10:07 Yoshinobu Yamamoto's 1-hitter, White Sox win series 11:18 Cubs dependence on Pete Crow-Armstrong 12:55 Matt Olson's laser arm 15:35 Closest to missing a game 20:38 Returning to Silver Slugger form 24:59 Michael Harris II's breakout season 26:37 Mauricio Dubon's impact on Atlanta 27:56 Views on Walt Weiss' tackle on Soler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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