The book has been out on Tyler Naquin. Lately, pitchers have been ignoring this book and Naquin is making them pay.
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Tyler Naquin Just Keeps Mashing Low Pitches
The Cleveland Indians vs. Jose Berrios
Jose Berrios is one of the best pitchers in baseball. After beating the Indians twice already this season, what can the Indians expect in their third match-up?
The Cleveland Indians Versus Jake Odorizzi
Jake Odorizzi has the blueprint for tackling the Indians offense. Will he be able to leverage previous success to triumph in a crucial AL Central contest?
The Indians Can’t Hit Changeups and Opposing Teams Know It
Opposing teams are exploiting a clear weakness and the Indians haven’t made the necessary adjustments. On how the changeup is stifling the playoff hopeful Indians.
On Brad Hand’s Meltdown and the Indians’ Nine Man Bullpen
The Indians’ Brad Hand melted down for the first time all year. On why the meltdown happened and how it raised roster concerns.
Indians’ League Leading Bullpen Walking Unorthodox Line
The Indians bullpen is going against the grain. The results are a highly efficient unit comprised of a handful of players that were previously considered afterthoughts.
Bobby Bradley just keeps hitting BOMBS
The Cleveland Indians are searching for offense. Bobby Bradley is hitting home runs in bunches in Columbus. Is this a match made in heaven, or is the Cleveland fan base trying to push Bradley forward before he’s ultimately ready?
Should the Indians Buy or Sell? Time Will Tell
The Indians are approaching a critical point in their 2019 season — the decision to buy or sell… On why it makes sense for them to put that decision on a temporary hold.
Game of Stones: Zach Plesac Slides Past Yankees
Indians rookie Zach Plesac keeps finding ways to quiet offenses… on how he kept the Yankees down and if he can continue to stymie opposing hitters.
What’s Wrong With Trevor Bauer? On First Pitches and Usage Questions
Two areas where Trevor Bauer could gain some ground on finding his 2018 form.
Middling Indians Could Use Some Daniel Johnson
As Indians offense flutters, an obvious play materializes: Forego wasting reps on an aging vet and opt for the red-hot prospect.
Indians Hitting Approach Has Gone Stale
As the Indians offense continues to underachieve, attention shifts towards hitting coach Ty Van Burkleo. A look at some concerning developments regarding the Indians hitting approach.
Game of Stones: Shane Bieber Stifles Orioles
Shane Bieber dominated with command and movement… A closer look at his dominance of the Baltimore Orioles.
Jose Ramirez Is Coming Alive
Jose Ramirez’s slump is the hottest story of the Indians season… A look at some strong indicators that he may be turning the corner.
Jefry Rodriguez Is Carving A Path To Success
Jefry Rodriguez is proving to be a sufficient band-aid for the Indians injury issues. A brief look into how he has accomplished this and how he can continue down that path.
Who Replaces Corey Kluber?
Corey Kluber’s injury creates a dilemma. A look at a couple internal options to replace him and a borderline crazy trade proposal.
Carlos Carrasco’s Weaponized Slider
Carlos Carrasco’s slider is one of the best in the game. A biopsy on how he molds the pitch to produce effective results.
Adding Oscar Mercado or Jordan Luplow Can Help Indians Right Now
Oscar Mercado? Jordan Luplow? The Indians have righties ready to go in Columbus… It’s time to make the call.
The Indians’ Shane Bieber is entering the land of giants
The Cleveland Indians’ rotation has been one of the best in baseball. With Mike Clevinger out, and Carlos Carrasco struggling, this is the perfect opportunity for Shane Bieber to break out, and that’s just what he’s doing.
Mythbusting Jose Ramirez and his current “slump”
Jose Ramirez is currently mired in a beginning of the year slump. While many are compiling multiple months worth of data over the past two seasons, JRam likely isn’t going through a lasting struggle. This is just part of the bigger, smarter picture. Hitters are going to hit, it’s just a matter of time.
