Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast
Get the latest news and analysis about the Cleveland Guardians from Paul Hoynes, Joe Noga and special guests on cleveland.com
Guardians’ frustrating loss, baseball’s bizarre ‘fourth out’ rule and Tim Anderson retires
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss the Guardians’ latest frustrating loss in Detroit, José Ramírez’s struggles and Cleveland’s fading playoff hopes.
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Why Guardians-Tigers series could reshape AL Central, Rookie of the Year races
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga debate Parker Messick’s AL Rookie of the Year chances against Kevin McGonigle and Munetaka Murakami and preview Guardians-Tigers.
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Guardians running out of time after costly series loss to White Sox
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Guardians’ AL Central and wild-card outlook, José Ramírez’s struggles and Angel Genao’s impressive MLB start.
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Angel Genoa's arrival headlines a revamped Guardians roster
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss Angel Genoa's impending MLB debut, Jo Adell and Nathaniel Lowe's first impressions, José Ramírez's hand injury and what Cleveland's revamped roster means for the playoff race.
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Guardians Go All In: Breaking Down Cleveland's Deadline-Day Roster Overhaul
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Guardians' trade deadline, analyzing the additions of Jo Adell, Foster Griffin and Nathaniel Lowe, plus what the moves mean for Kyle Manzardo, David Fry and Cleveland's playoff push.
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Guardians' wild Sunday: Gavin Williams dominates, tempers flare and Craig Yoho arrives
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss Gavin Williams' emergence as the Guardians' ace, the bunt controversy against Arizona, Craig Yoho's unique path to Cleveland and what the Tarik Skubal trade means for MLB's future.
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Will the Guardians deal a catcher? Breaking down Cleveland's biggest trade deadline questions
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss Cleveland's trade deadline outlook, whether the Guardians should deal from their catching depth, possible roster changes, and the key storylines entering the Diamondbacks series.
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Paul Hoynes reflects on unforgettable Hall of Fame weekend in Cooperstown
Paul Hoynes looks back on his Hall of Fame weekend in Cooperstown, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, memorable encounters and the journey to the BBWAA Career Excellence Award.
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Gavin Williams Keeps Dealing, But Guardians Keep Wasting Elite Starts
Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes break down the Guardians' split with the Reds, Gavin Williams' dominant 12-strikeout outing, Cleveland's offensive struggles, and what the club should do before the MLB trade deadline.
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Guardians finding winning formula as Parker Messick, bullpen fuel another victory
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga analyze the Guardians' 5-2 win over Minnesota, highlighting Parker Messick's consistency, the bullpen's turnaround and the club's improving playoff outlook. They also explain the Petey Halpin-Grant Fink celebration, Jose Ramirez's recovery and what comes next for Kahlil Watson.
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Seven Homers Later: Have the Guardians Finally Found Their Offense?
Can the Guardians build on one of the biggest offensive nights in franchise history? Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes analyze Cleveland's record-tying home run barrage, Parker Messick's growing Cy Young résumé and the roster decisions looming as injured stars prepare to return.
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Guardians' costly mistakes take center stage as crucial Twins series looms
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss how the Guardians beat themselves in Sunday's loss to the Pirates and what must change moving forward. Plus, they break down Travis Bazzana's breakout moment and the potential returns of José Ramírez and Angel Martínez ahead of a critical AL Central series.
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Guardians' second-half blueprint: Trade deadline, Bazzana and the road to October
Can the Guardians do enough at the trade deadline to win the AL Central? Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Cleveland's biggest second-half questions, from Stephen Kwan's future to Parker Messick's Rookie of the Year chances
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Guardians' All-Stars shine as AL pitching steals the show in Midsummer Classic
Parker Messick and Cade Smith delivered dominant All-Star performances as the American League shut out the National League in Philadelphia. Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes break down what their debuts mean for the Guardians and why Cade Smith is emerging as the favorite for baseball's top reliever honors.
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Home Run Derby Drama, Philly Fans and What Cleveland Wants from All-Star Night
Jordan Walker's stunning Home Run Derby comeback, Philadelphia's passionate fans, MLB's looming labor negotiations and what the perfect All-Star Game would look like for Guardians stars Travis Bazzana, Parker Messick and Cade Smith.
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Guardians Enter All-Star Break Surging as Rotation Powers Division Push
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss why the Guardians needed the All-Star break, whether the starting rotation can sustain its first-half success, how the 2026 draft reflects the club's identity and who they like to win the Home Run Derby.
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Guardians Stop Slide, But Bullpen Concerns Grow Ahead of Trade Deadline
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Gavin Williams' dominant outing, Chase DeLauter's hot streak, Cleveland's bullpen concerns and the Guardians' biggest needs before the MLB trade deadline.
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Why Joey Cantillo Deserved Better in Guardians' Sloppy Loss to the Twins
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Guardians' defensive collapse against the Twins, Joey Cantillo's resilient outing, Chase DeLauter's hot bat and Parker Messick's rising American League Rookie of the Year candidacy.
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Guardians can't overlook Twins as pivotal AL Central showdown awaits
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss why the Guardians must win their series against the Twins, evaluate Cleveland's starting pitching matchups and examine the roster upgrades that could define the trade deadline.
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What the Guardians Learned During a Crucial 5-5 Homestand
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga examine the Guardians' 5-5 homestand, Tanner Bibee's rough outing against Chicago and whether Cleveland has enough depth to stay in the AL Central race.
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Brayan Rocchio in Pole Position: Guardians Shortstop Walks Off White Sox
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Brayan Rocchio's impact, David Fry's pinch-hit heroics and Daniel Espino's encouraging outing.
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Guardians Salvage Texas Series and Turn Attention to Division Race
Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes discuss Cantillo's emergence, DeLauter's hot streak and Kahlil Watson's surprising production. The episode also looks ahead to a pivotal four-game showdown with Chicago in the AL Central race.
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Cooper Ingle's Costly Mistake Highlights Guardians' Rookie Growing Pains
The Guardians suffered one of their strangest losses of the season when rookie Cooper Ingle mistakenly threw a live ball into the stands, allowing the go-ahead run to score in a 4-2 defeat against Texas. Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes break down the play, Tanner Bibee's tough luck, and Cleveland's growing dependence on rookies.
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Guardians' Offense Stalls Again as Bullpen Games Continue to Be Cleveland's Kryptonite
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss Cleveland's inability to adjust to openers, Gabriel Arias' ongoing inconsistency and whether a trade deadline move is becoming inevitable.
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Guardians Finally Get Their Signature Comeback Win
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Guardians' improbable 6-5 comeback victory over Seattle and discuss why Stephen Vogt called it Cleveland's biggest win of the season.
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Can Cooper Ingle Spark Cleveland's Slumping Offense?
The Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast examines the expected promotion of top prospect Cooper Ingle and what the left-handed hitter could bring to a struggling Guardians offense. Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes also discuss Cleveland's remarkable streak of using the same five starting pitchers all season and preview the upcoming series against Seattle.
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Guardians Escape Disaster in Chicago, Kahlil Watson Keeps Delivering
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga analyze the Guardians' series in Chicago, including Shawn Armstrong's rescue effort, Cade Smith's rare stumble and Kahlil Watson's emergence as an offensive spark.
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Guardians-White Sox rivalry arrives with a payoff atmosphere in June
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Guardians' dramatic loss to the White Sox and discuss whether Monday's game was a preview of a season-long AL Central showdown.
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Guardians Find Their Formula Again, hit 3 homers to avoid sweep in Milwaukee
The Guardians snapped their losing streak in Milwaukee behind home runs from Travis Bazzana, Kyle Manzardo and David Fry, while Parker Messick earned his seventh victory. Cleveland Baseball Talk also examines Daniel Espino's emotional MLB debut and what his emergence could mean for the Guardians' postseason hopes.
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The Guardians' injury crisis arrived later than expected, but it's here in full force
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss the impact of the injuries, Chase DeLauter's uncertain status and whether the Guardians' depth can keep them in contention.
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Can the Guardians Survive Without José Ramírez? Road Trip Will Provide Answers
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga examine the team's biggest questions moving forward. The podcast also breaks down Travis Bazzana's All-Star chances, Cade Smith's dominant season and why Brayan Rocchio may be the most overlooked player in the American League.
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Injuries Leave Guardians Facing Their Biggest Test Yet
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss how Cleveland can stay in the playoff race, who must step up offensively after losing José Ramírez, and whether a trade deadline move is now unavoidable.
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Daniel Espino Arrives, Nolan Jones Departs and Tarik Skubal Looms
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Nolan Jones trade, the AL Central race, and why Tarik Skubal's return makes this weekend's Tigers series one of Cleveland's biggest of the season.
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Yankees Sweep Exposes Guardians' Biggest Problem: Can the Offense Recover?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Yankees series, examine the slumps of Steven Kwan, Chase DeLauter and Travis Bazzana, and discuss what must change before a critical showdown with Detroit.
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Guardians bullpen cracks, but Angel Martínez and Brayan Rocchio continue to rise
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the Guardians’ extra-inning loss to the Yankees, including Angel Martínez’s go-ahead homer, Brayan Rocchio’s spectacular defense and mounting bullpen stress in close games.
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Tanner Bibee finally gets a win, but Guardians still searching for answers
Joe Noga and Paul Hoynes discuss Tanner Bibee’s first win of the season, José Ramírez closing in on baseball history, and what Cleveland may need to do at the trade deadline to stay atop the AL Central.
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The Mystery of Slade Cecconi Deepens as Guardians Take Series in New York
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss the Guardians taking two of three from the Yankees, Slade Cecconi’s evolving role in Cleveland’s rotation and why José Ramírez could suddenly have a real path to the AL MVP award.
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José Ramírez Still Owns Yankee Stadium, Manzardo Heats Up, All-Star Debate
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss Cleveland’s evolving offense, Cade Smith and Gavin Williams building All-Star cases and whether the Guardians’ young core is arriving faster than expected.
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Guardians Pass Big-Test Moment with Win Over Yankees
The Guardians walked into Yankee Stadium facing one of baseball’s hottest pitchers and walked out looking every bit like a contender.
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Guardians-Yankees Series Preview: Big Arms, Big Stakes in the Bronx
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga preview the Guardians’ 3-game series against the Yankees, including tough pitching matchups, Gavin Williams’ rise and Cleveland’s injury outlook. The podcast also explores MLB trade deadline scenarios, Stephen Kwan’s future and memorable Yankees-Guardians moments from Yankee Stadium history.
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