The Cleveland Indians sure are making it interesting out in Oakland. First up was Friday night, when Emmanuel Clase came in to close out the A's in the bottom of the ninth. He entered with a one-run lead, only to allow a walk-off home run to send fans to bed angry here in Northeast Ohio. But Terry Francona sure does not let his guys sulk, as Clase was back on … [Read more...] about Indians Bullpen Hangs On Saturday After Friday Collapse
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3 Indians Pitchers Who Are 2021 MLB All-Star Game Snubs
The Cleveland Indians are in a bit of a rut right now, but still have two players heading to the 2021 MLB All-Star Game in Jose Ramirez and Shane Bieber. Terry Francona is also going to assist Kevin Cash's American League side. https://twitter.com/Indians/status/1411801436804030465 But having Bieber as the only pitcher is a bit of a surprise, and he won't … [Read more...] about 3 Indians Pitchers Who Are 2021 MLB All-Star Game Snubs
3 Indians Pitchers Living Up To Expectations In 2021
The Cleveland Indians are known for their pitching. That is not a new storyline, but remains an important one given the up-and-down state of the offense in 2021. But several pitchers are standing out above the rest as they live up to high expectations this season. Here are three in particular. 3. Shane Bieber We start with the most obvious of … [Read more...] about 3 Indians Pitchers Living Up To Expectations In 2021
Revisiting Indians Closer Conversation After 8 Games In 2021
The Cleveland Indians bullpen has been absolutely lights out so far in 2021. Bryan Shaw is back like he never left and Terry Francona basically gets him as bonus to pair with the rest of the talented group. Heading into the season it was clear there was a late-game trio set to compete for the closer role. Nick Wittgren, Emmanuel Clase, and James Karinchak … [Read more...] about Revisiting Indians Closer Conversation After 8 Games In 2021
Indians Opting For Familiar Bullpen Situation Early In 2021 Season
The Cleveland Indians appear to have an Opening Day roster in place just days before the start of the 2021 season. Now comes figuring out how to deploy that roster. One role in focus is that of the closer. Terry Francona has shown in the past he doesn't necessarily opt for the traditional route of one person handling late-game duties. Fans will famously … [Read more...] about Indians Opting For Familiar Bullpen Situation Early In 2021 Season