The scene is a familiar one to those who regularly watch Cleveland baseball. Shane Bieber or Corey Kluber or Cody Allen or James Karinchak stand on the… Read more “Roberto Perez is better than you think”
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Cleveland Baseball Is Running Out Of Thread
The organization draws near a crossroad related to a dearth of position players.
Francisco Lindor, Jose Ramirez, and the 2020 Hot Stove Season
Could the Cleveland Indians trade Francisco Lindor before the 2020 season? It’s not likely, but if they’re trying to maximize their return, sooner is better than later.
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.
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?
The Indians outfield is interesting, but really bad
The Cleveland Indians have a lot of interesting stories in the outfield, but if you put the book together, the novel isn’t necessarily one you want to read.
The Indians Improved Right Field Over 2018
The Indians outfield is without a doubt the weakest link on a roster built for contention; indeed, it would be difficult for a team to have a… Read more “The Indians Improved Right Field Over 2018”
The Indians acquire Oscar Mercado
The Cleveland Indians acquired Oscar Mercado in a move that likely didn’t make the splash Cleveland Indians’ fans wanted to see. Long term, Mercado might be special…
A Formula For Success: Constructing Cleveland’s Bullpen
Of the top 10 bullpens in Major League Baseball last year, Cleveland’s pen had the most innings pitched. There were 39 pitchers who made at least 70… Read more “A Formula For Success: Constructing Cleveland’s Bullpen”
Rearview Mirror: The Browns Logo-Gate
The Cleveland Browns are an endless supply of things to talk about, even during a time of the year when there shouldn’t be anything to talk about.… Read more “Rearview Mirror: The Browns Logo-Gate”
“What About Aviles?”
“What about Mike Aviles?” That was a question seriously posed by a follower of the Cleveland Indians Twitter account after this tweet: Ramirez, Lindor and Gonzalez? Yeah,… Read more ““What About Aviles?””
Fernando Cabrera Is To Blame (For Why I Distrust Relievers)
You probably don’t remember Fernando Cabrera. I sure hope you don’t remember Fernando Cabrera. From his debut with the Cleveland Indians in 2004 until he was waived by… Read more “Fernando Cabrera Is To Blame (For Why I Distrust Relievers)”
Indians Hosting a (T.J.) House Party
T.J. House has spent a large portion of his development shifting expectations, moving from highly touted draftee to underwhelming prospect, to undervalued commodity before tearing the door… Read more “Indians Hosting a (T.J.) House Party”
Francisco Lindor: how he will effect the Cleveland Indians line-up–EHC Podcast 10–2/1/2015
The Cleveland Indians have a problem on their hands: What are they going to do with shortstop extraordinaire Francisco Lindor if he forces his way in the… Read more “Francisco Lindor: how he will effect the Cleveland Indians line-up–EHC Podcast 10–2/1/2015”
Why Major League Baseball should be afraid of Cleveland’s Carlos Santana
It’s New Year’s Eve here at the Corner of Carnegie and Ontario, and I am excited about what’s to come in 2015 for your Cleveland Indians. You… Read more “Why Major League Baseball should be afraid of Cleveland’s Carlos Santana”
What role will Zach McAllister play at the Corner of Carnegie and Ontario, if any?
With my fingers cramping from untwisting the smallest screws and clipping the smallest rubber bands known to man (seriously, who puts together these toys, and do they ever… Read more “What role will Zach McAllister play at the Corner of Carnegie and Ontario, if any?”
A different take on the Indians acquiring Brandon Moss
The Cleveland Indians have acquired 1B/OF Brandon Moss from the Oakland A’s for Indians Double A infielder Joe Wendle. On the outside looking in, there’s a lot… Read more “A different take on the Indians acquiring Brandon Moss”
The Sunday Drive with the Browns journey, Brandon Moss tidings, an Ohio State(ment) and the Cavs sleeping giant
The Cleveland Browns have to win out. There, I said it. I was all set to analyze the schedules of the Browns, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Baltimore… Read more “The Sunday Drive with the Browns journey, Brandon Moss tidings, an Ohio State(ment) and the Cavs sleeping giant”
Corner of Carnegie with Kluber-extensions, still chasing Headley, and some Diatribe
The only thing happening here at the Corner of Carnegie and Ontario involves near-miss-lake-effect snow, and watching from afar the unfortunate citizens of Buffalo who were buried… Read more “Corner of Carnegie with Kluber-extensions, still chasing Headley, and some Diatribe”
The Sunday Drive with Hoyer, Mallett, Brady, Kluber, Brantley and LeBron James
With the holiday season staring us in the face here at the North Coast, one can’t help but ponder Black Friday, and what it may bring for the… Read more “The Sunday Drive with Hoyer, Mallett, Brady, Kluber, Brantley and LeBron James”