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The Cleveland Guardians pulled off a series win against the Toronto Blue Jays, thanks to Daniel Schneemann. Is it time for Scheneemann and Gabriel Arias to be the keystone combo? The show also debates whether their success is driven by luck or skill. As the Guardians to face the Washington Nationals, Justin Lada and Jeff analyze key player performances, including Emmanuel Clase's recent struggles and José Ramírez's contributions. The discussion also highlights the importance of strategic roster changes and the Guardians' evolving game plan. 0:00 Intro: Guardians' shortstop situation5:00 Gabriel Arias and Daniel Schneemann's recent performances10:00 Analyzing Guardians' luck vs skill debate15:00 Jose Ramirez's health and team's overall potential20:00 Emmanuel Clase's struggles and pitching concerns25:00 Upcoming series against Washington Nationals preview30:00 Final thoughts on Nationals matchup and bullpen Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listen

Can the Cleveland Guardians maintain their momentum after a rain-delay victory against the Minnesota Twins? Jose Ramirez led the charge and joined elite company in a game the Guardians could have easily lost.   Explore the team's recent series win, their one-month performance assessment, and the impact of key injuries. Hosts Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down the Guardians' evolving strategy, highlighting standout performances from pitchers like Luis Ortiz and Tanner Bibee. They also discuss Shane Bieber's potential return and its implications for the rotation, alongside updates on prospects like Daniel Espino. Will the Guardians' depth and resilience carry them through the season's hurdles?   0:00 Intro: Guardians win rain-delayed game against Twins5:29 José Ramírez's impact and team execution10:50 One month assessment of Guardians' performance17:37 Analyzing team's potential despite challenges23:31 Injury updates for Shane Bieber and David Fry29:06 Updates on other injured players and prospects Sign up t

The Cleveland Guardians finally got some dominant starting pitching. Does #GuardsBall start with starting pitching?  With standout performances from Tanner Bibee and Luis Ortiz, the Guardians are showcasing their strength in pitching and defense once again. Dive into the  battle for shortstop between Gabriel Arias and Brayan Rocchio, where arm strength and offensive potential are under the microscope. The recent acquisition of Matt Festa adds another layer to the Guardians' evolving roster, while Slade Cecconi's rehab start hints at future depth. Join hosts Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis as they dissect these developments, offering insights into the Guardians' strategy and player dynamics.   0:00 Guardians' dominant pitching performances5:02 Ortiz's improved control and first-pitch strikes10:11 Arias starts at shortstop, defensive improvements15:35 Rocchio's struggles at the plate and defensively20:05 Guardians trade for pitcher Matt Festa25:37 Slade Cecconi's rehab start in Triple-A30:20 CJ Kayfus' first Triple-

The Cleveland Guardians' got a much needed great start from Tanner Bibee and promoted 1B/OF CJ Kayfus to Triple-A. Can they get back on the right track and what is Kayfus' MLB timeline now?Hosts Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis dissect these developments, focusing on Kaufus' transition challenges and Bibee's dominant start. They also explore the Guardians' pitching depth, considering offseason acquisitions and the impact of injuries to key players like Shane Bieber and John Means. As Bibee faces the Twins, his evolving pitch strategy and the Guardians' offensive struggles come under the spotlight. 0:00 Intro: CJ Kafyus promoted to AAA5:12 Kafyus performance and Triple-A challenges16:22 Tanner Bibee's strong pitching performance20:17 Guardians' offseason pitching acquisitions27:54 Bibee's improved command and strikeouts31:48 Guardians struggling against changeups Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Supp

This episode dives into the Cubs' impressive start, analyzing their performance against top-tier teams and their potential for a deep playoff run. The discussion also covers the financial hurdles faced by small market teams like the Pittsburgh Pirates and Colorado Rockies, highlighting the importance of player retention and draft strategies. Plus, what is your favorite walkoff moment? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required.Wonderful PistachiosGet snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app

Can the Cleveland Guardians turn their season around amidst pitching woes? With recent struggles and a rotation in disarray, Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis dissect the Guardians' recent performances, highlighting Gavin Williams' challenges and the need for strategic adjustments. The spotlight is on Tanner Bibee, who must rise to the occasion and lead the charge for a team grappling with injuries and depth issues.They question the effectiveness of the Guardians' famed pitching development system. Will the Guardians' "pitching factory" regain its former glory? Tune in for an in-depth analysis and discover if the Guardians can overcome their hurdles. 0:00 Guardians pitching struggles continue5:15 Twins' game plan exposed Gavin Williams' weaknesses10:21 Bailey Ober dominates Guardians' lineup15:30 Guardians' pitching depth takes another hit20:38 Is the AL Central tougher this year?25:34 Tanner Bibee needs to step up as ace30:02 Spring training may not prepare pitchers adequately Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians In

Can the Cleveland Guardians bounce back after a sloppy performance against the Boston Red Sox? With defensive mishaps and baserunning blunders, is this just a bad game or a bigger concern? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis dissect the Guardians' recent struggles and focus on not overreacting to a bad game or series. They analyze the impact of injuries on team depth. The conversation shifts to the upcoming series against the Minnesota Twins, highlighting the importance of cleaning up their play to secure victories 0:00 Guardians start challenging 13-game stretch5:00 Analyzing Guardians' sloppy play against Red Sox10:13 Theories on Guardians' defensive struggles this season15:05 Depth issues emerging for Guardians roster20:45 Lack of player development impacting team depth25:08 Kolby Allard's strong relief performance, roster decisions30:13 Preview of important upcoming Twins series Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN

Can the Cleveland Guardians capitalize on their momentum against the Boston Red Sox? With the Guardians recently sending the first-place AL East team packing, they now face the second-place Red Sox in a crucial series. This episode dives into the Guardians' rested bullpen and tests for Logan Allen and Gavin Williams. The show also gets into the top performers in the minor league system and provides some Guardians 2025 MLB Draft tidbits and rumors.   0:00 Intro: Guardians face Red Sox in weekend series5:02 Red Sox lineup analysis and BABIP discussion10:11 Guardians pitching matchups against Red Sox15:49 Alfonsin Rosario impressing Cleveland early20:39 CJ Kayfus as an option in RF25:37 Juan Brito injury, Josh Hartle and Braylon Doughty impress30:19 Guardians 2025 MLB draft strategy and targets Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you k

Can the Cleveland Guardians maintain their momentum after a series win against the New York Yankees? They need Luis Ortiz to find more consistency. And with the spotlight on Emmanuel Clase's potential shoulder injury, the Guardians' bullpen depth faces scrutiny. Hosts Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis explore the Guardians' confidence level, dissecting recent performances and lineup changes. They also discuss the implications of injuries to players like Andrew Walters and Franco Aleman, and how these could affect the Guardians' season trajectory. 0:00 Intro: Guardians win series against Yankees5:15 Confidence meter high despite inconsistency10:24 Luis Ortiz's development and pitch mix15:05 Emmanuel Clase dealing with shoulder soreness20:38 Clase's cutter location and command changes25:20 Bullpen depth concerns and injuries29:53 Lineup changes and lengthening the order Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7

The Cleveland Guardians are getting GREAT starting pitching against the New York Yankees - finally getting big starts from Tanner Bibee and Gavin Williams. Have they finally found their footing? #GuardsBall also helped the offense find a way to win. We dive into that, Will Wilson getting the call and Lane Thomas going to the IL and why Emmanuel Clase got another night off on this episode. 0:00 Intro: Guardians turn it around against Yankees5:16 Tanner Bibee overcomes rough start, dominates10:37 Guardians offense uses small ball to win15:49 Team executes despite some lucky breaks20:22 Guardians winning series, best record in AL25:31 Will Wilson called up, Lane Thomas to IL30:54 Andrew Walters to IL, draft talk preview Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertain

Can the Dodgers, Padres, and Giants keep the National League West race thrilling until the end? With the Dodgers and Padres neck-and-neck and the Giants just a game behind, this MLB season promises intense competition. Dive into the dynamics of division races, the emotional toll of different types of losses, and the elusive quality of being "clutch" in baseball. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Gavin Williams delivers a standout performance for the Cleveland Guardians, coming through in a big spot in a win over the New York Yankees. Can he finally be the starter the Guardians need? The show also dives into another key game by Kyle Manzardo and Jose Ramirez. We discuss big outings from Joey Cantillo and Cade Smith, as well as Triston McKenzie's DFA and why Zak Kent was called up. 0:00 Gavin Williams' strong start vs Yankees5:41 Williams overcomes early struggles, shows growth10:16 Bullpen performance and offensive contributions15:01 Manzardo and Ramirez provide key home runs20:29 Team playing well despite slow starters25:13 Rocchio injury concern, potential replacements30:58 Zak Kent called up, scouting report on new reliever Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your ga

Cleveland Guardians fans, are you ready to believe in Kyle Manzardo, Nolan Jones, and Luis Ortiz after the sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates? . Dive into the unexpected success of the back of the  rotation. The episode also tackles Emmanuel Clase's recent struggles, analyzing his pitch mechanics and the impact on the bullpen. With a preview of the upcoming series against the New York Yankees, this episode is packed with insights and analysis.0:00 Guardians sweep Pirates, offensive success5:06 Rotation surprises: Ortiz, Lively outperform expectations15:49 Ortiz's development: Increased fastball usage, whiff rate20:30 Rotation outlook: Back-end pitchers stepping up25:09 Clase concerns: Command issues but fixable problems30:24 Yankees series preview: Bieber, Williams need strong starts Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fi

With recent struggles against the Baltimore Orioles, the Cleveland Guardians' rotation, featuring Tanner Bibee, Logan Allen, and Gavin Williams, faces scrutiny. This episode unpacks the Guardians' challenges, including Bibee's command issues and the team's offensive woes, despite promising expected batting averages. As they prepare for a crucial series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Guardians aim to capitalize on the Pirates' struggles and build momentum before facing the New York Yankees. The discussion also highlights the Guardians' front office, ranked fourth by The Athletic, emphasizing organizational stability and talent retention. 0:00 Intro: Guardians' inconsistent rotation continues5:28 Tanner Bibee's struggles and command issues13:20 Guardians offense struggles despite some bad luck19:39 Austin Hedges earning more playing time?24:28 Preview of upcoming Pirates series28:10 Guardians front office ranked highly by peers Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedon

After the Cleveland Guardians loss to the Baltimore Orioles, can the Guardians turn their luck around with runners in scoring position? Dive into the latest analysis of the Guardians' performance, featuring insights on star pitchers Triston McKenzie and Gavin Williams. This episode unpacks the team's struggles with a .187 BABIP, exploring whether it's just bad luck or a deeper issue. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis dissect McKenzie's recent outing against the Baltimore Orioles, questioning his future with the team. Meanwhile, Gavin Williams' longest pitching stint of the season is scrutinized for its lack of dominance, despite promising potential. 0:00 Intro: Guardians' scoring opportunities vs Orioles5:02 Bad luck with runners in scoring position10:40 Triston McKenzie's struggles on the mound15:49 McKenzie's body language and future with team21:21 Avoiding negativity towards struggling players25:56 Gavin Williams' performance lacks dominance31:26 Outro: Preview of next episode Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians

Can the Cleveland Guardians maintain their winning momentum against the Baltimore Orioles This episode dives into the Guardians' strategic lineup changes, including potential shifts for Angel Martinez to maximize his impact on the field. The discussion also covers Brayan Rocchio's inconsistent play and Jose Ramirez's surprising defensive struggles, 0:00 Intro: Guardians beat Orioles, take care of business5:02 Logan Allen's strong start, offense shows up10:14 Brayan Rocchio's inconsistent play raises concerns15:37 Rocchio's defensive errors and baserunning mistakes20:03 José Ramírez's defensive struggles early in season25:52 Keeping Ángel Martínez in lineup, outfield options31:28 Outro: Preview of next game, upcoming segments Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and e

There have been plenty of surprises to start the season and the storylines are starting to form. Who has had the best start to the season and who needs to turn things around? The experts from the Locked On Podcast Network bring you their way too early season MVPs and a top 5 Power Rankings! All that and more on this week’s MLB SQUAD Show!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvlockedon to get started. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and compatible controller required.UpworkVisit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free. With Upwork, you can find specialized freelancers in marketing, development, design, and more—experts ready to help you take your business to the next level. PrizePicksDownload the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $

Joey Cantillo is off to a good start in the bullpen. SO GOOD that we're considering if he should make the jump back to the rotation - and when? We discuss that, the Guardians prospect top performers so far, including CJ Kayfus and his future fit, and the latest mock draft projection for the Guardians at 27 in this year's draft. 0:00 Intro: Guardians bullpen and Joey Cantillo's role5:00 Debate on Cantillo's future: Rotation or bullpen?15:39 CJ Kayfus' hot start and potential fit with Guardians20:44 Bennett Thompson impressing in minors24:51 Baseball America mock draft and Guardians' pick29:29 Predicting Guardians' actual draft pick Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Amazon Fire TV Stick 4kDid you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4K devices — no console required. Head to Amazon.com/firetvl

Can the Cleveland Guardians' recent player performances signal a turning point for the team? With Luis Ortiz's improved pitching and Gabriel Arias' defensive prowess, the Guardians are making waves. This episode dives into Ortiz's strategic use of the changeup and Arias's opposite-field power, while also addressing the challenges faced by Emmanuel Clase and Tanner Bibee.Discover how Angel Martinez's versatility and bat speed add depth to the lineup, and why Clase's cutter movement might need a rethink. 0:00 Luis Ortiz's performance against Royals5:09 Ortiz's improved pitching and arsenal changes11:55 Engaging with podcast and bonus content16:14 Gabriel Arias showing improvement at second base21:51 Angel Martinez impressing in limited playing time24:36 Emmanuel Clase struggling, needs new approach28:20 Tanner Bibee working on pitch mix32:24 Outro: Preview of upcoming content Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN

The Guardians swept the White Sox, dominating the finale. We discuss why this kind of win came at the right time for the Guardians, the change in Gavin Williams' approach in the win, a pitching prospect making his case, and looking ahead to the Royals series this weekend.   0:00 Intro: Guardians sweep White Sox5:02 Guardians offense shows improvement and versatility10:08 Gavin Williams' performance and pitching approach15:12 Jakob Junis impresses in bullpen role20:02 Schedule ahead and importance of recent wins25:48 Upcoming pitching matchups and opponent analysis31:04 Parker Messick's strong start in AAA36:07 Weekend series predictions against Royals Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Wonderful PistachiosLooking for a snack that’s both delicious and nutritious? Get snackin’ and get crackin’ with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachio