Locked On Indians

Cleveland Guardians face key offseason decisions as the non-tender deadline shapes the 2026 roster. Will Nolan Jones and Will Brennan remain key depth pieces, or will they be used to make room for new faces in the lineup? This episode spotlights trade targets like Jesus Sanchez and Tyler O’Neill, while weighing the risks of acquiring big bats with questionable approaches or injury histories. Is podcast favorite Ryan Feltner the perfect buy-low pitching opportunity, and would Alec Bohm or Adolis Garcia truly spark Cleveland’s offense?We also break down the Guardians’ evolving TV situation, revealing how Rob Manfred’s media rights missteps cost MLB $900 million—and what this means for fans’ access and team payroll. Are new deals with ESPN and streaming partners enough to keep the right price of TV money flowing and the league competitive? With free agency, arbitration, and trade season nearly here, every move will shape the Guardians’ chances in the upcoming season.05:10 DFA Candidates for cheap pickups, starti