
Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast
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Gabriel Arias could be heir apparent at SS for Guardians after steady minor league season
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Arias' chances of reaching the big leagues in 2022 after a solid minor league campaign. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time has come for Nolan Jones to cash in on top prospect status for Guardians
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss where Jones, once the club's top prospect, fits in the plans for 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Counting the minutes until George Valera makes his Guardians debut
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Valera, who skyrocketed to the top of the club's prospects list. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Tyler Freeman put shoulder injury behind him and make an impact for Guardians in 2022?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Guardians infield prospect Tyler Freeman and where he fits in the team's plans for 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hall of Fame opens doors to Minnie Minoso while Kenny Lofton continues to wait
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the latest Hall of Fame inductees and speculate when Lofton could get in See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Logan Allen, lockout update and those blank MLB avatars
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Logan Allen's disappointing 2021 season and the latest on MLB's lockout. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the lockout, Ernie Clement's roster chances and more
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss MLB's lockout of its players and what Ernie Clement can do to make the Guardians in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where Anthony Gose fits in Guardians 2022 bullpen mix
Anthony Gose's story was one of the highlights of 2021. Now that he's back in the big leagues, what's next for the hard-throwing lefty? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Hentges found a path to success in the bullpen for Cleveland Guardians
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga talk free agency, CBA negotiations and how Sam Hentges can find his groove in 2022 with the Guardians. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Austin Hedges ready to take over as Guardians main man behind the plate
Hedges caught 87 games for Cleveland in 2021 and is poised to be the main catcher for the club in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can Nick Sandlin, Eli Morgan build on rookie seasons for Guardians?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the debut seasons from Nick Sandlin and Eli Morgan and what to expect from both in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Cleveland Guardians find a place for Yu Chang's 'easy' power in lineup?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at where Chang fits for the Guardians in. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guardians DFA trades, Doug Jones and Josh Naylor's future with the club
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga remember Cleveland closer Doug Jones and speculate on Josh Naylor's fit with the franchise. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Bobby Bradley, big roster moves and more
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Bradley's 2021 season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Stephan might be the key to Guardians bullpen success in 2022
The Rule 5 rookie had a down and up season for Cleveland in 2021 and is poised to be a crucial bullpen piece next season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does Oscar Mercado fit on the Guardians in 2022?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Mercado's 2021 season and look at his future in Cleveland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrés Giménez may have found his future home at second base for Cleveland
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down and what's in store after his first season in Cleveland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Karinchak looking to recapture dominant early 2021 form
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss what went wrong for Karinchak during the 2021 season and where he fits with the Guardians in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Triston McKenzie's success was earned in 2021, his struggles were self-inflicted
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at where McKenzie needs to improve heading into the 2022 season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bradley Zimmer showed some pop but lacked consistency for Cleveland in 2021
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Zimmer's season and what the future could hold for the former first-round pick. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleveland's Zach Plesac could use a change of luck in 2022
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down a 2021 season that didn't quite go Plesac's way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Myles straw solved Cleveland's center field crisis in 2021
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at how adding Myles Straw took at least one worry off the table for Terry Francona. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Franmil Reyes the centerpiece to Cleveland's lineup beyond 2022?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Franmil Reyes in the latest 40-man roster breakdown. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Civale's 'What If?' season and a look at Cleveland's new hitting coach
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Aaron Civale's season and what to expect in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amed Rosario found his comfort zone and became an important piece for Cleveland in 2021
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down how Rosario went from the outfield back to shortstop and made himself an important part of Cleveland's lineup. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Bieber started hot, but injury sent 2021 off the rails: 40-man roster review
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Shane Bieber's 2021 season and how he's set up for success in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmanuel Clase's breakout rookie season: 40-man roster review
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Emmanuel Clase's strong rookie year and what it means for him in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cal Quantrill rescued Cleveland's rotation this season and set himself up for a big 2022: 40-man roster review
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dig deep on Cal Quantrill's 2021 season and look ahead to next year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How José Ramírez fits in Cleveland's future plans: 40-man roster review
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at where Cleveland's perennial MVP candidate figures into the club's future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleveland prospect Richie Palacios checks in from the Arizona Fall League
Joe Noga chats with Cleveland prospect Richie Palacios, who is tearing up the AFL for the Scottsdale Scorpions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guardians name controversy, Jose Ramirez contract and Ruben Niebla: Your questions answered on Hey Hoynsie Live!
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga answer Cleveland baseball questions from SubText subscribers in a live zoom chat. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guardians face lawsuit over name change while Atlanta keeps chopping away
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at World Series Game 1, the lawsuit facing Cleveland's baseball team and why Atlanta is still the Braves. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Previewing Atlanta vs. Houston in the World Series
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at some of the storylines in this year's Fall Classic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ruben Niebla's impact with Cleveland and the Guardians' offseason agenda
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what Ruben Niebla's presence has meant to Cleveland's pitchers and look ahead to impending offseason moves. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking down Cleveland's looming 40-man roster crunch
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dig deep on which players will get 40-man roster spots in Cleveland for 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB mailbag: Eddie Rosario's rebirth, potential Guardians trades and a salary floor?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga tackle a number of baseball's hot topics in a Thursday mailbag. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Jack Graney's legacy, the Arizona Fall League and the future of robot umpires
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Jack Graney's chances at receiving baseball's highest broadcasting honor. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking Guardians salary arbitration projections and contract options
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga run down the latest projected salary figures on some potential Guardians players in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eddie Rosario sparks joy in Atlanta after not quite fitting in with Cleveland
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at why Eddie Rosario never quite caught on with Cleveland's lineup. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Checking in on checked swings and a managerial change in St. Louis
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga try to fix MLB's checked-swing problem. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remembering Ray Fosse as a Cleveland Indians icon
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga remember Ray Fosse, who passed away Wednesday. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our picks for Cleveland's 2021 postseason baseball awards
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga pick Cleveland's top hitters and pitchers in a variety of categories from the 2021 season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleveland Guardians offseason priorities include outfield, second base and bullpen
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at where the Guardians should focus their attention first in the offseason. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking Guardians potential free agents and 40-man roster spots
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss which Cleveland players could be left on and could come off the 40-man roster after the World Series. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB mailbag podcast on Rule 5 eligibles, hitting coaches, expanded playoffs and more
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga take reader questions on a variety of MLB topics regarding Cleveland's future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleveland's search for a new hitting coach begins as Guardians enter the offseason
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss Cleveland's search for Ty Van Burkleo's replacement. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which teams will be the Guardians' biggest rivals in 2022?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at matchups such as the Yankees-Red Sox and discuss which team will rival the Guardians. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jose Ramirez, Cal Quantrill, Emmanuel Clase and Amed Rosario highlight Indians 2021 season
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga wrap up the Indians' 2021 campaign and look ahead to the Guardians' debut in 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Shane Bieber's final two outings of 2021 set him up for the offseason
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what Shane Bieber accomplished by working his way back to the mound in 2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harold Ramirez's adventures in the outfield and José Ramírez's chances at a top-5 MVP finish
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what went wrong Wednesday for Harold and where José will finish on the MVP ballot. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices