Locked On Indians

Cleveland Guardians' front office faces mounting pressure to upgrade the lineup. Will a significant move finally materialize, or is 2026 shaping up to be déjà vu for frustrated fans? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis tackle the hot topics from the Guardians’ outlook at the winter meetings to the persistent outfield woes and second base uncertainty. The show gets into Steven Kwan’s contract future, potential trade targets like Lars Nootbaar and Brendan Donovan, and key offseason needs, including a pressing search for external bats and bullpen help.The episode also answers questions about which prospects poised for redemption, including Daniel Espino, Juan Brito, and Ralphy Velazquez, while questioning whether recent roster decisions are bold enough to spark real change. Are the Guardians running out of time to surround José Ramírez with the support he needs? Listener mailbag questions drive sharp discussions about trade value, roster battles between Daniel Schneemann Angel Martinez, Brayan Rocchio, and Gabriel Arias,