Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast
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Projections for Guardians young talent give a glimpse of what's ahead in 2026
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga review projected stats for six of Cleveland's critical young players in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some last-minute Guardians holiday shopping ideas for the front office
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga reveal what they would like to see under the tree for Chris Antonetti and Mike Chernoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will the Guardians ride into 2026 with these 18 position players?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Cleveland's roster options beyond Steven Kwan and Jose Ramirez entering 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the Guardians' bullpen rebuild complete, or will they keep adding?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the additions Cleveland has made to its bullpen this offseason and where things could go before spring training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Winter Meetings postmortem and a look at the Guardians' ABS plans
Paul Hoynes is back from the winter meetings and something is different about him. Also, a look at the Rule 5 draft and how Cleveland is going to approach ABS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guardians continue search for bullpen help at winter meetings
Paul Hoynes reports from the winter meetings where the Guardians are still looking for help in the bullpen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Paul Hoynes on winning 2026 BBWAA Platinum Pen Award and more
Cleveland's dogged MLB beat writer, Paul Hoynes, shares his thoughts after being honored with the top award for baseball scribes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Guardians hunting pitching or offense at the MLB winter meetings?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Cleveland's priorities at the winter meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guardians objectives for MLB winter meetings include offense, offense and offense
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what the Guardians can do to bolster their lineup at the MLB winter meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Guardians appear to value this Statcast metric above others in relievers
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dig into Cleveland's fascination with extension as a quality the Guardians value in relievers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A way-too-early look at World Baseball Classic rosters and how the Guardians fit in
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dive into the rosters for top WBC teams, and which Guardians players could seek to represent their countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here's how the Guardians payroll breaks down ahead of the winter meetings
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the contracts Cleveland has on its books as baseball's winter meetings in Orlando draw near. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Guardians pitchers have benefitted from MLB's pre-arbitration bonus system
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at how Cleveland's young pitchers have taken advantage of MLB's pre-arbitration bonus pool over the last few years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could the Guardians go after any of these six newly-minted MLB free agents?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at six new options on the free agent market that could appeal to the Guardians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do the Guardians' non-tender deadline moves say about the 2026 roster?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Cleveland's roster moves after moving on from a pair of veterans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Guardians ready to make some deals after the non-tender deadline?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at ways the Guardians can bolster their offense without spending beyond their budget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will MLB's new TV deal change the way Guardians fans watch their team?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dig into MLB's latest mega TV contract and how it will impact viewership for Guardians fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guardians add four prospects to 40-man roster ahead of Rule 5 deadline
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the latest additions to Cleveland's 40-man roster as the Guardians build for 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Manny Ramirez, Omar Vizquel ever see their Cooperstown dreams come to life?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the Hall of Fame cases for two Cleveland legends, and why time is running out for both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guardians face 40-man roster decisions as Rule 5 draft deadline looms
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Cleveland's options as offseason roster building kicks into gear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is José Ramírez forever stuck in the shadow of Aaron Judge?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga debate whether or not José Ramírez can ever win an MVP as long as Aaron Judge exists in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz make first appearances in court
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the latest developments in the gambling investigation into two Guardians pitchers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will the Guardians look outside the organization to fill Clase and Ortiz's roles on the roster?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Cleveland's options in replacing Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz while their court case carries on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLB's move to cap prop bets comes too little, too late for Guardians
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what prompted MLB to join its betting partners in a move aimed at avoiding another Emmanuel Clase/Luis Ortiz situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breaking down the case against Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz announced by Federal prosecutors
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dig into the 23-page indictment levied against two Cleveland pitchers this week in federal court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some surprising departures among Guardians offseason roster moves
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down who is in and who is out as the Guardians prepare their roster for the hot stove season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Picks for MVP, Cy Young, top rookies and managers from MLB's 2025 season
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the finalists for all BBWAA awards ahead of next week's announcements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kenny Lofton denied by HOF eras committee, Guardians among BBWAA awards finalists
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at how the Hall of Fame's eras committee snubbed Kenny Lofton once again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former MLB ump Dale Scott on Jack Efta, ABS and concussions
Former MLB umpire Dale Scott joins Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga to share stories of Cleveland's umpire room manager, discuss ABS and warn about concussions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steven Kwan makes room for more hardware, and the Dodgers win a World Series for the ages
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look back on another golden moment for Steven Kwan and recap one of the greatest Game 7 World Series wins ever for Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Remembering Cleveland ballpark legend Jack Efta and answering your Hey, Hoynsie! questions
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look back at the impact of Cleveland ballpark legend Jack Efta, who passed away this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Guardians doing enough to win a World Series?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at fan reaction to a poll that asked if Cleveland is doing everything possible to win its first title since 1948. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A way too early look at the Guardians 2026 starting rotation
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga make their predictions for Cleveland's starting pitchers next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guardians' coaching staff will look different with Craig Albernaz taking over in Baltimore
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at changes to Cleveland's coaching staff as an important advisor to Stephen Vogt gets his own managerial shot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz running out of places to play this season?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at why the Guardians blocked Emmanuel Clase from pitching in the Venezuelan winter league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
José Ramírez faces a challenge in pursuit of sixth Silver Slugger Award
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the chances José Ramírez can claim his sixth Silver Slugger after finalists were announced Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could the Tigers really trade Tarik Skubal this offseason?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga dive into the rumors of a Tarik Skubal trade and what it could mean for the Guardians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cleveland North: Why Guardians fans should be all in on Toronto's World Series run
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at reasons why Cleveland fans should be invested in a Blue Jays title chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did the Dodgers underpay when they signed Shohei Ohtani for $700M?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga marvel at the incredible playoff performance of the Dodgers' MVP pitcher and slugger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How will Austin Hedges and the Guardians make ABS an advantage in 2026?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down how Austin Hedges and the Guardians plan to use ABS to their advantage in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will the Guardians' offseason awards haul again produce multiple Gold Gloves?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga assess the chances of multiple Gold Glove Awards coming Cleveland's way next month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guardians bring back Austin Hedges, while Kai Correa departs for the Mets
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the latest Guardians moves as a veteran catcher returns for 2026 and an integral coach leaves for New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dominican officials reject two Guardians pitchers from winter ball roster
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga explore the latest developments in the case against Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would a fourth option year for Juan Brito hurt or help the Guardians glut of infield talent?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down how Cleveland getting another option year on prospect Juan Brito could clog the runway for prospects like Travis Bazzana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Report card time for 2025 Guardians rookie pitchers and hitters
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga give their grades for Guardians rookie hitters ad pitchers in the 2025 season and what they can offer in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey, Hoynsie: Fans' biggest Guardians offseason questions answered
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga respond to SubText subscriber questions in a Hey, Hoynsie edition of the Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Carl Willis return as Guardians pitching coach in 2026?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga recap the Guardians' front office postmortem from the 2025 season and explore whether or not Cleveland's legendary pitching coach plans to run it back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A mind-blowing José Ramírez stat, and why he will likely never win the Hank Aaron Award
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what makes José Ramírez a great candidate for the Hank Aaron Award, but also one who may never win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What will the Guardians catchers' room look like in 2026?
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at what the catchers room could look like for the Guardians with David Fry's expected return behind the plate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guardians' wild ride comes to a crashing halt in wild card loss to Tigers
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga put a bow on the Guardians' improbable 2025 season with a recap of wild card Game 3 from the press box at Progressive Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices