Notes from the Wigwam: Wins continue to pile up
The wins continue to roll in for the Cleveland Indians, who now sit alone atop the American League Central with a record of 26-17.
So, how good was this past week and a day? Well, for starters, the Indians had three, yes count that, three walk-off wins during the past series against the Seattle Mariners, which ended up being a four-game sweep.
Even when the Indians made mistakes...
While We’re Waiting… Making believers
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“Well, last year Cleveland’s hot start was done with smoke and mirrors; they were outscored on the season, even when the Tribe was standing in first. That ain’t the...
Baseball Will Surprise You — 5/20/13
A true and old expression, paraphrased, is that you never know what you might see when you go to the ballpark. A similar old expression is that whenever you go to the ballpark you’ll see something you’ve never seen before. Taken completely literally, this is true — every single pitch, every single swing, every single ball in play, every single act, specifically, is unprecedented...
5/19 Recap: Mariners 0 - Indians 6
Player of the Game
Justin Masterson was dominant again today against the Mariners, striking out 11 in seven shut out innings. Masterson was never really in trouble and allowed just six base runners while recording the win. It is his third straight start that he has won the Player of the Game and his team leading sixth overall. His POG score of 9.79 is the best score since his...
Second Thoughts Game #40: Mariners 3, Indians 6
Ladies and gentlemen, something special is brewing in Cleveland. With each dramatic win, the Indians are giving fans more of a reason to believe. And it’s evident that fans are starting to believe as they turned out in droves at the ballpark Friday night to dine on some dollar dogs, enjoy some fireworks and take in another exciting Tribe victory in walkoff fashion.
Second baseman JasonÂ...
Kipnis' home run in 10th sends 34,282 home happy
CLEVELAND -- Jason Kipnis remembers making noises, but he doesnt know what they were.There were no words coming out, really, he said Friday night. It was just kind of sounds. Gibberish. Just screams.Kipnis had just watched his 10th-inning fly ball sail into the right-field stands to give the Indians a 6-3 win over Seattle. And as the crowd of 34,282 exulted, so did Kipnis.The dugout...
Jason Kipnis Homer in Extras Lifts Indians
Jason Kipnis’ tenth-inning walk-off, three-run home run would seal a 6-3 victory for the Cleveland Indians against the Seattle Mariners on Friday night.
Following a walk (and subsequent stolen base) by Drew Stubbs and an infield hit by Michael Bourn, Jason Kipnis would step to the plate with two outs and launch his seventh home run of the season to right field off of Seattle reliever...
Second Thoughts Game #39: Indians 10, Phillies 4
Pre-Game Commentary
The Indians had either won or tied eight straight series heading into Wednesday’s game against the Phillies. Needing a win to keep that streak alive, the Indians relied on Corey Kluber, who was coming off a start in which he gave up eight runs in only 4.2 innings against the Detroit Tigers. Philadelphia starter Cole Hamels made his second career start against...
Tribe Weekend Recap: How Does First Place Sound To You?
Say it loud. Say it proud. Your Cleveland Indians are a first place baseball team. Sure, you can tell me how two years ago they were 30-15 and how last year they spent time on top of the AL Central during the first two months of the season, but this just feels different, doesn’t it?
Manny Acta’s clubs were fools gold. They won a lot of low scoring, one-run games thanks to a fantastic...
Indians weekend, language police, Redskins, Cleveland kidnappings, Gatsby, Goldthwait and more – WFNY Podcast – 2013-05-13
It was a record-setting day I think for Scott and me. We went just over an hour, but it was all good conversation. If you’re daunted by the length, just don’t be. Listen to it over the course of a day. I don’t mind.
The Tribe tying the game and scaring my three year old
Michael Bourn and what a coup it’s turned out to be so far
Is Michael Bourn’s market value really undervaluedâ€...
Dugout Digest - same ol' Valverde
It took Jose Valverde six games to blow his first save of the season. The Tigers fell to the Indians 4-3 in ten innings, dropping into a first place tie with Cleveland at the top of the AL Central, and Valverde's performance was a big reason why. Detroit's closer began the ninth by walking Michael Bourn, then allowing him to steal second. After getting two outs, he then walked...
Indians take two of three from Tigers
DETROIT -- The Indians showed the kind of team they have on Sunday.Showed their grit and their talent in beating the Detroit Tigers 4-3 in 10 innings.Down 3-2 in the top of the ninth, the Indians got a game-tieing hit from Michael Brantley, then a game-winner from pinch-hitter Mark Reynolds in the 10th.With Chris Perez advising Terry Francona he had slight shoulder soreness (Francona...
Cleveland Sports Insiders 2.4: Indians1, Tigers 0
Say hello to your first place Indians.
That's right ladies and gentlemen, after taking two of three from the first place Detroit Tigers, the Cleveland Indians have joined Detroit at the top of the standings in the A.L. Central with a 20-15 record. The Indians are 6-1 since last week's episode of CSI, which matched their 6-1 record the week prior. With Michael Bourn returning...
While We’re Waiting…Browns rookie camp, Fixing Ubaldo, and Hurricane Reynolds
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Dawgs by Nature breaks down day 2 of Browns rookie mini camp.
“More Miraculous Mingo: Other than the fact that he looks like he could add some weight, the early reviews...
Second Thoughts Game #33: Indians 4, Tigers 10
The Indians came into the Motor City riding a four-game winning streak and coming off a sweep against the A’s. They were turning some heads nationwide having won 10 of their last 11 games and leading the league in many statistical categories rocketing them up to one game behind division-leading Detroit.
And what happened? Well, the Tigers let the high-flying Tribe know why they...
Red-hot Scherzer to face off against red-hot Tribe
Coming off another impressive performance last weekend, the Detroit Tigers' Max Scherzer appears to be at the top of his game.
So do the AL Central rival Cleveland Indians, who could become all the more formidable with Michael Bourn back atop their lineup.
Looking to win a fourth consecutive start and stay unbeaten, Scherzer tries to slow down the surging Indians in the opener...
Indians vs. Tigers: Previewing the Central Division showdown
All offseason long, Tribe fans heard about that team up north.
Last year the Detroit Tigers were not only the reigning American League Central Division Champions, but won the AL Pennant for the second time in the last seven years. Although they were swept by the San Francisco Giants in the World Series, Detroit has continued to be one of the best teams in the league, averaging 92...
Indians activate Michael Bourn from DL
Michael Bourn missed three weeks, and that's surprising considering the initial prognosis. Â However, the Cleveland Indians can breath a sigh of relief as they have their newly signed outfielder back and available to play. Â After suffering a laceration to his finger when he was spiked in Colorado, Bourn was placed on the DL. Â The Indians activated him yesterday.
Bourn did...
Indians activate OF Michael Bourn
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Indians activated starting center fielder Michael Bourn from the 15-day disabled list after sweeping a four-game series from Oakland.
Bourn had been sidelined since slicing open his right index finger while diving into first base on April 14. He was eligible to return on April 30, but the cut didn't heal in time and Bourn needed some extra time.
Bourn is...
Indians activate Bourn, option Barnes to Columbus
On Thursday afternoon the Cleveland Indians announced that outfielder Michael Bourn has been activated from the 15-day disabled list and lefty Scott Barnes has been optioned to Triple-A Columbus.
Bourn has been on the disabled list since April 15 after suffering a lacerated right index finger against the Chicago White Sox the day before. Bourn spent two days (May 7-8) rehabbing...
Around The Farm: May 7, 2013
Around the Farm takes a quick look at some of yesterday’s performances by Indians prospects throughout the system. The positions listed below are where the player was playing in yesterday’s game.
Michael Bourn (Columbus - Game 1, CF) -1-3, 1 BB, 2 K, 1 SB – Bourn’s road back to the show begins with a solid night at the plate. While it is Triple-A, it is good to see that...
Indians providing a reason to believe
Its barely May and the Cleveland Indians have been through two seasons of starts that fizzled.But the 2013 version provides reason to believe this house is not built on toothpicks, that wins in seven-of-eight and 10-of-14 is not fools gold.These Indians at this point provide much to like.The team found itself after a players meeting toward the end of April. A 9-0 loss in the first...
Mark Reynolds and His Missing Strikeouts
There were not many sure things coming out of this off-season. Maybe Michael Bourn would age gracefully or maybe he’d become Juan Pierre. Maybe Justin Masterson would wrangle some control and be a front-end option or maybe he’d fall apart with his ongoing struggles against left handed batters. Maybe Jason Kipnis would take the next step to developing into a power-speed...
Baffling Michael Brantley Extension Talk
If you thought the Chase Headley/Padres extension rumors were exciting, just wait until you get a load of the Michael Brantley situation! Cleveland has been rumored to be talking to Brantley and his representatives about an extension during the off-season. Despite things changing a bit since the signing of Michael Bourn, and Brantley himself saying he has not heard anything about...
Indians OF Bourn to begin rehab assignment
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Bourn, who has been sidelined with a lacerated right finger, will begin a minor-league rehabilitation assignment Monday.
Bourn sustained a five-stitch cut on his hand when he was stepped on by Chicago reliever Matt Thornton while sliding into first base on April 14. He began taking batting practice during the weekend and will...
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