Locked On Guardians - Daily Podcast On The Cleveland Guardians

GUARDIANS STUN RAYS: Weird Win Sparks Keeps Hope Alive Cleveland's clutch victory over Tampa Bay gave the Guardians a series win. Can they use the momentum to fuel a late-season surge? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down the Guardians' unexpected triumph, highlighting Nolan Jones' game-tying homer and Will Wilson's crucial contributions. The guys look at  Slade Cecconi's rebound and debate the K...

GUARDIANS SHAKE UP ROSTER: Santana Waived, Messick Shines Though Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are starting their engaged era, Carlos Santana's era with Cleveland ends as the Guardians place him on outright waivers. Today's show discusses while this is disappointing, its the right move because now Kyle Manzardo and CJ Kayfus should play everyday. The guys discuss Parker Messick's domination of the...

GUARDIANS' OFFENSIVE WOES CONTINUE: Is there light at the end of the tunnel? Cleveland's bats fall silent as the team endures a 30-inning scoreless streak. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis dissect the Guardians' struggles, from Tanner Bibee's visible frustration to controversial lineup decisions. The guys debate the merits of playing Carlos Santana over David Fry against lefties, while also highlighting...

Cleveland Guardians' playoff hopes fade as struggles mount. Can they salvage their season? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down the Guardians' recent sweep by the Texas Rangers and analyze the team's diminishing postseason chances. The guys explore potential prospect call-ups, including George Valera's cycle in the minors, and dissect pitching woes plaguing both the rotation and bullpen. We also...

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GUARDIANS PROSPECTS ON THE MOVE: Bazzana's Call-Up Debate Heats Up   Will Travis Bazzana don a Cleveland Guardians uniform in September? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis dissect the top prospect's potential promotion, weighing his minor league performance against service time considerations. The guys analyze Josh Hartle's impressive promotion to Akron and break down recent player releases, including Mas...

Cleveland Guardians' playoff hopes hang by a thread after a disappointing 1-5 stretch. Can Parker Messick's impressive Major League debut spark a late-season turnaround? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down Messick's stellar 6 2/3 inning performance and debate his future in the rotation. The hosts dissect recent bullpen struggles, including Manager Stephen Vogt's controversial decision to use Cad...

GUARDIANS' PITCHING SHAKEUP: Williams Rebounds, Messick to Debut   Gavin Williams bounced back with a stellar performance against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Can the rotation get it back together to keep Cleveland in the playoff race? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down Williams' impressive outing, Tanner Bibee's ongoing struggles, and the highly anticipated major league debut of Parker Messick. T...

GUARDIANS' PROSPECT PIPELINE HEATS UP: Velazquez's Rise, McKenzie's Return, and Injury Updates Cleveland's farm system looks like it has a future star in Ralphy Velazquez. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis analyze the Guardians' wealth of corner bat prospects, including Kyle Manzardo and CJ Kayfus and how to make them all fit. The guys break down Triston McKenzie's AAA stint, Juan Brito's injury setting...

GUARDIANS' PLAYOFF HOPES HANG BY A THREAD Cleveland's pitching struggles cost them a sweep at the hands of the Atlanta Braves. Their pitching needs to get it back together to stay in the playoff face. Can Steven Kwan's offensive resurgence spark a late-season surge? Justin Lada breaks down the team's recent performances, highlighting Slade Cecconi's struggles. The host analyzes Cleveland's dwindli...

Big market MLB teams are struggling. Are the Mets, Yankees, and Dodgers facing a crisis? Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the unexpected challenges for baseball's powerhouses. From the New York Mets' shocking collapse to the Los Angeles Dodgers' luxury tax manipulation, the hosts dissect recent performances and financial strategies. The Chicago Cubs' small-market approach comes under...

GUARDIANS STUN MARLINS, EYE BRAVES SERIES Cleveland's resilience shines as José Ramírez makes history in a thrilling comeback win against Miami. Host Jeff Ellis breaks down Tanner Bibee's gutsy performance and Gabriel Arias' clutch plays that sealed the deal. The Guardians' playoff push intensifies as they prepare to face a battered Atlanta Braves pitching staff. Ellis dives into the Braves' recen...

GUARDIANS' FATIGUE WOES Gavin Williams struggled after his extended no-hitter bid and it cost him and the Cleveland Guardians in a blowout loss to the Miami Marlins. Locked On Guardians discusses Williams' fatigue factor and  how Tanner Bibee's evolving arsenal raises questions about his effectiveness. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis look at the importance of Bibee's next start as well as recent suspen...

JOSE RAMIREZ REWRITES RECORD BOOKS, POWERING GUARDIANS OVER MARLINS. After a brief struggle, José Ramírez stepped up when the Cleveland Guardians needed him and grabbed a new franchise record in the win over the Miami Marlins. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down the team's impressive run with the best bullpen in August without Emmanuel Clase, highlighting contributions from Kyle Manzardo and Bra...

GUARDIANS' PROSPECT PIPELINE HEATS UP: Travis Bazzana to Columbus, 2025 Draft Class Assignments Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis analyze the Cleveland Guardians' minor league system, focusing on Travis Bazzana's promotion to Triple-A Columbus. The guys debate Bazzana's September call-up chances, dissect the 40-man roster crunch, and talk about which other promotions they are most excited for. The show a...

GUARDIANS SURGE: Half-Game Out of Playoff Spot Despite Star Struggles Cleveland's baseball team rides an 8-2 hot streak, defying expectations with balanced contributions across the roster. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down Kyle Manzardo's power surge, CJ Kayfus's impressive MLB debut, and how the team thrives despite Steven Kwan's offensive woes. The guys analyze the wild card race, Cleveland'...

The Milwaukee Brewers are on fire, boasting a 41-15 record in their last 60 games. Can they maintain this momentum into October? Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the Brewers' success, including unexpected contributions from players like Isaac Collins. The American League playoff picture remains murky, with teams like the Blue Jays, Mariners, and Astros vying for position. Which AL tea...

GUARDIANS MAILBAG: Outfield Prospects, Farm System Strength, and Playoff Pitching   Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis tackle burning questions from Cleveland Guardians fans. The hosts analyze potential outfield roster decisions, including Lane Thomas and Nolan Jones, while comparing the current farm system to past powerhouses. We also answer questions around prospect evaluation methods, focusing on age-t...

GUARDIANS' GAVIN WILLIAMS FLIRTS WITH NO-HITTER AGAINST METS Cleveland Guardians pitcher Gavin Williams nearly etched his name in baseball history with a stunning near no-hitter against the New York Mets. His dominant performance, losing the no-no in the 9th inning, showcases the Guardians' resurgence and improved playoff odds. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down Williams' impressive outing, hig...

Cleveland Guardians defy expectations, winning 5 of 6 series post-All-Star break. Can they continue an a late season push to the playoffs? Host Justin Lada and co-host Jeff Ellis break down the Guardians' recent success, highlighting clutch performances against the New York Mets. The guys analyze bullpen strategy without Emmanuel Clase, debating Cade Smith's role and the team's closer-by-committee...

GUARDIANS STUN METS IN EXTRA INNINGS THRILLER Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down the Cleveland Guardians' heart-pounding victory over the New York Mets. The show analyzes David Fry's clutch RBIs, Gabriel Arias' impressive homer, and Slade Cecconi's standout pitching performance. We also discuss Nic Enright's first career save, and how he fits the into the bullpen circle of trust without Emmanue...

GUARDIANS SHAKE UP ROSTER: CJ KAYFUS CALL-UP SPARKS EXCITEMENT Cleveland's MLB direction shifts as the Guardians promote top prospect CJ Kayfus. Is this the spark Cleveland needs for a late-season surge? Justin Lada breaks down Kayfus's minor league dominance, scouting report, and potential impact on the lineup. The show covers Gavin Williams' emergence as the rotation's ace, highlighting his impr...

Several teams stun with a flurry of deadline deals, while others leave fans scratching their heads. Our hosts break down which clubs had a successful deadline, especially the teams that got multiple players without sacrificing top prospects. Plus, roster overhauls, trading away local favorites, spark frustration among some fanbases. Tune in for expert analysis on how these moves reshape the MLB la...

GUARDIANS SHAKE UP ROSTER: Bieber Traded, Stephen Acquired   Cleveland's trade deadline moves send shockwaves through MLB. Shane Bieber heads to Toronto, while Khal Stephen joins the Guardians' pitching arsenal. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis break down the Bieber trade, analyzing its impact on Cleveland's future. They explore Stephen's potential as a top pitching prospect and his analytics-friendly p...

Trade Deadline Drama: Will Kwan or Bieber Leave Cleveland? The MLB trade deadline looms, and the Cleveland Guardians face crucial decisions. Steven Kwan and Shane Bieber's names swirl in trade rumors, but are they truly on the block? Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis analyze recent reliever trades, comparing what the returns for Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase could have been. They dissect Kwan's sky-hig...