The Indians needed James Karinchak to prove he was legit, ideally while Brad Hand held his own as closer. For now, they’re getting just that. … More The Indians are Getting a Best-Case Scenario with Brad Hand and James Karinchak
Put another sweep in the books. For the second series in a row, the Cleveland Indians swept their opponent aside, polishing off the Pittsburgh Pirates Thursday night with a 2-0 victory. The Tribe has now won six straight, still nipping at the Minnesota Twins’ heels near the top of the AL Central standings. Offense was … More Game #25 Observations: Little Offense Needed as Shane Bieber Seals Another Indians Win
James Karinchak is about to get his chance to prove he can be the Indians’ closer of the future. In doing so, he could also save them some money in 2021. … More The Cleveland Indians Need James Karinchak to Make Brad Hand Expendable
A 2020 season would give the Indians a chance evaluate their relief prospects and figure out what to do with Brad Hand’s upcoming option. No 2020 season…well, that’d complicate things. … More A Summer Without Baseball Could Complicate the Indians’ Closer Situation
Casey Drottar is talking week one of Indians spring training, week one of the J.B. Bickerstaff era, and week one billion of pointless and bizarre Browns headlines. … More The CLE Sports Talk Podcast – Episode 171 – 3.2.20
Nick Wittgren surprised many with his success as the Indians’ setup man last year. Despite that, Cleveland would be wise to ease him out of this role in 2020. … More The Cleveland Indians Should Consider Easing Nick Wittgren Out of the Setup Role