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Spring training starts this month - so what are the Cleveland Guardians biggest spring training battles and we predict who will be on the 2025 opening day roster. Also, we discuss what is MLB's Luka Doncic trade. 5:00 Second base battle more important than rotation10:02 Pitching depth and options for Guardians15:44 Jack Flaherty signs with Tigers20:26 Right field competition and service time25:59 Opening Day roster projection31:51 Lineup construction and bench options36:50 Final thoughts on roster flexibility 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!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 $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKED

New Cleveland Guardians hitting coach Grant Fink joins the show. We talk everything from his journey from being drafted by Cleveland, to coaching, the organization's emphasis on partnering with good people, players, using technology, learning the psychology of coaching. We also get into how to coach Jose Ramirez and helping players like Bo Naylor, Jhonkensy Noel, Chase DeLauter, Cooper Ingle and others in their development.Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:  https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardiansTake our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. SelectQuoteGet the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SELECTQUOTE.COM/LOCKEDON. SelectQuote - They Shop. You Save.  GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime to

Can the Cleveland Guardians' latest moves reshape their season? Dive into the world of Guardians baseball as we explore the impact of the Paul Sewald trade and its implications for the team's bullpen strategy. Host Jeff Ellis tackles fan questions, offering insights into Juan Brito's defensive challenges and the potential for player extensions. With a focus on key figures like Stephen Vogt, Jose Ramirez, and Emmanuel Clase, this episode provides a comprehensive look at the Guardians' evolving roster and strategic direction. Join us for an engaging discussion on the Guardians' prospects, minor league system, and spring training expectations. Don't miss out on these unique insights into the Cleveland Guardians' path to success. Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:  https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 0:00 Intro5:03 Paul Seawald signing and Stephen Vogt connection10:06 Juan Brito's defensive challenges15:09 Extensions for Guardians playe

We're giving our hottest takes on the Cleveland Guardians, baseball, the Hall of Fame and baseball movies to heat things up in the cold of winter when it feels like January 37th. What are our spiciest takes and what do we think of our subscribers spiciest takes about the Guardians heading into 2025? Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:  https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 5:00 Hot takes and wing eating contest10:00 Guardians' drafting vs trading abilities15:00 Kenny Lofton vs Omar Vizquel for HOF20:00 Favorite baseball movies discussion25:00 Carlos Santana reunion prediction30:00 Listener hot takes on trades and prospects35:00 Juan Brito and Lane Thomas extension debate40:00 Gavin Williams Cy Young vote prediction  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. SelectQuoteGet the right life insurance for

The Cleveland Guardians got active in free agency again by making a somewhat surprising investment in reliever Paul Sewald. We discuss why the Guardians decided to use limited free agent budget to add to an already good bullpen and why he's an upgrade there. We also get into the lesser mentioned signing former first rounder, top 100 prospect Riley Pint to a minor league deal. 2:14 - Why the Guardians are adding to their bullpen despite having a strong bullpen last year3:48 - Bullpen volatility and why the Sewald signing makes sense4:30 - Sewald's injury history and potential value   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!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. SelectQuoteGet the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SELECTQUOTE.COM/LOCKEDON. SelectQuote - The

Is the offseason over for the Cleveland Guardians or are there more moves they can make? We discuss what other moves should be considered, both internally and externally. We also take a look at the commitments of Guardians minority owner David Blitzer. And we explore how winning can be contagious and what the Guardians might be able to learn from the Cavs about that.Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardiansTake our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.SelectQuoteGet the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SELECTQUOTE.COM/LOCKEDON. SelectQuote - They Shop. You Save.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelFrom the first whistle t

The Guardians pulled off yet another trade with the Blue Jays to offload a contract they didn't want to pay. We discuss if the Guardians trade to take advantage of the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes was savvy or cheap, plus we make some bets on which Guardians players will be better and worse than what ZiPs projections expect them to be. 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!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. SelectQuoteGet the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SELECTQUOTE.COM/LOCKEDON. SelectQuote - They Shop. You Save.   GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelFrom the first whistle to the final drive, FanDuel m

The Cleveland Guardians announced their non-roster invitees to major league spring training. Chase DeLauter IS on there. Travis Bazzana is NOT. We talk about what that means, the Guardians international signing class and their problems, possible trades of bonus money in the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes & we revisit the Francisco Lindor trade four years later.Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardiansTake our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelFrom big upsets to game-winning drives, the NFL Playoffs are better with FanDuel new customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED BUCKS in BONUS BETS

Can the Cleveland Guardians navigate their TV contract challenges while eyeing future draft prospects? With the MLB streaming deal potentially slashing their expected revenue, the Guardians face a financial puzzle that could impact their roster decisions. Dive into the team's draft history, where legends like Manny Ramirez and CC Sabathia emerged, and explore the Cape Cod League's top performers, including standout pitcher Callan Fang from Harvard and Kane Kepley, a promising talent heading to UNC. Host Jeff Ellis breaks down the Guardians' strategic moves, highlighting key players and potential draft picks. The discussion offers insights into how these elements might shape the Guardians' future in Major League Baseball. Tune in to discover how the Cleveland Guardians plan to tackle these challenges and uncover the next big names in baseball.Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 0:00 Intro 5:04 TV co

The Cleveland Guardians avoided arbitration with Steven Kwan and the rest of their eligible players. What can Kwan's deal tell us about the potential for a future extension, and what can other arbitration cases tell us about a potential Tanner Bibee extension. We also discuss the MLB.com executive survey of which team's trade, develop and trade best, and what votes the Guardians received.   Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 5:11 Guardians avoid arbitration cases7:01 Odds of a Steven Kwan Extension10:03 Analysis of Josh Naylor's contract compared to Carlos Santana15:32 Examining George Kirby and Tanner Houck's arbitration cases vs a potential Tanner Bibee Extension17:39 Hidden costs of not signing players to extensions25:46 MLB.com farm system rankings survey results27:08 Analysis of draft performance rankings28:22 Guardians' draft performance over the last 10 years31:31 Evaluation of Guardians' i

MLB's offseason trade market might be dead for the Cleveland Guardians at this point. We talk about the impact of that on their team now and what it could mean going into the season, and how they could pivot to finish the offseason.We also discuss some arbitration cases to watch for in the coming weeks and how they could impact any possibility of an extension between the Guardians and Tanner Bibee.Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider - https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardiansSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelFrom big upsets to game-winning drives, the NFL Playoffs are better with FanDuel new customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED BUCKS in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED - Win

Are the Cleveland Guardians truly one of the least scout-friendly organizations in baseball? Discover the surprising insights from a recent Baseball America article that challenges perceptions about the Guardians' talent identification strategies. Join host Jeff Ellis as he navigates the world of baseball rumors, dissecting the impact of false reports and emphasizing the importance of media literacy. With breaking news on Gavin Lux's trade to the Cincinnati Reds, Jeff explores its implications for both teams. Dive into potential free-agent targets, as Jeff analyzes how these players could bring consistency to the Guardians' lineup Don't miss this engaging discussion packed with insider knowledge and strategic insights. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the Cleveland Guardians' evolving journey! 0:00 Intro5:08 Analyzing Baseball America's scouting report11:14 Debunking false rumors and trade speculation32:43 Examining other free agent possibilities38:49 Closing thoughts and listener feedback request Support U

The cost of pitching in MLB this winter has been expensive. The Cleveland Guardians needed to add it. How have the Guardians navigated adding pitching in this market? Have their moves of paying a recovering Shane Bieber, and trading for Luis L. Ortiz and Slade Secconi looked smarter or better vs. what players like Matthew Boyd, Alex Cobb and Charlie Morton have cost this winter? We also discuss Jose Ramirez's 2024 season and if he can keep chasing 40/40 and how much more help does he need to improve in the postseason, or if he can improve on his postseason numbers. And we each talk about one trade idea at the end of the episode.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelFrom big upsets to ga

We discuss the Cleveland Guardians minor league free agent signings of Jake Anchia and Luis Frias, and how that fits into their 2025 plans. While taking your mailbag questions and offseason reaction, we get into the rotation battles, Slade Cecconi's stuff, the plan at DH and a trade or signing that could really pull the offseason together for the Guardians,Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins. Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAI

We look at what the Guardians got from 1B and 2B in 2024 and what it will take for them to get an upgrade from those positions after trading Josh Naylor and Andres Gimenez.We look at the depth at those spots and who's next in the system and we look at what new year's resolutions the Guardians need to make going into 2025.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins. Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First onl

The Cleveland Guardians were apparently "interested" in Gleyber Torres before he signed with the Detroit Tigers. What does that mean about the Guardians approach to second base and free agency if anything at all? We explore that in this episode, and why the Guardians aren't approaching 2025 the way they approached 2017 after a deep playoff run.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins. Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in s

Can the Cleveland Guardians' latest moves reshape their future? With Carlos Santana's return, the Guardians are making waves in the baseball world. This episode dives into the strategic signing of Santana, exploring how his contract compares to Josh Naylor's and what it means for the team's first base market. Jeff Ellis breaks down the implications of recent trades involving Nathaniel Lowe and Jake Burger, offering insights into the Guardians' offseason strategy amidst TV revenue challenges. The discussion also touches on the JUCO ruling's potential impact on baseball and explores trade ideas to boost the Guardians' outfield, with Jesus Sanchez as a potential target. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the Cleveland Guardians' evolving strategy and discover how these changes could impact their season. 0:00 Intro6:00 First Base Market18:00 JUCO Rule Impact24:00 MLB Free Agency Spending30:00 Trade Possibilities36:00 Outfield Power Potential Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted

New Cleveland Guardians Assistant Pitching Coach and Ohio native Brad Goldberg joins the show to talk about his role as bullpen coach with the Guardians in 2024, the incredible season the team and bullpen had. We talk about his journey from growing up in Cleveland to coaching for the Guardians, what makes Carl Willis so great, the role of a bullpen coach and what his new role might entail.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with FanDuel because right now, new customers can finish the season strong with TWO HUNDRED and FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins. Visit FANDUEL.C

We discuss if the Guardians are better, worse, or basically the same after trading Josh Naylor to the Arizona Diamondbacks. We look at why they like Slade Cecconi, why they made this trade, why there have to be more moves after this, and what that might look like. 2:00 Are the Guardians Better or Worse For This Trade?10:00 Trade Analysis15:00 Financial Implications and Market Dynamics20:00 Guardians' Strategy and Future Moves25:00 Why the Guardians Like Slade Cecconi30:00 Offensive Concerns and Team Dynamics35:00 Future Prospects and Trade Possibilities Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelThe NFL Playoffs are almost here, but it’s not too late to get in on the regular season action with

What is the Cleveland Guardians next offseason move? Where do they look next on the trade front? And why does Josh Naylor's name keep coming up?We look at if there are trade targets the Guardians to consider now, or perhaps further into 2025 and which Guardians prospects are going to have the most value and make the most sense for them to flip?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.SelectQuoteGet the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SELECTQUOTE.COM/LOCKEDON. SelectQuote - They Shop. You Save.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first F