The Cleveland Indians have made their own luck this season with countless improbable comebacks and walk-off wins. And that self-made luck must continue. After the latest rainout against the Twins, the Indians toughest challenge will perhaps be the schedule. … [Read more...] about Bumps, bruises, and schedule stand in Cleveland Indians’ way
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A tale of two teams: Cleveland Indians first half recap
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness” in Cleveland. Charles Dickens famous words are a cliché perhaps, but the Indians have made that cliché all too true throughout the first half of 2011. After starting an improbable 30-15, the best start in the majors, the Tribe went just 17-27, leaving them with a … [Read more...] about A tale of two teams: Cleveland Indians first half recap
Team MVP and Cy Young for All AL Central Teams
With the midpoint of the 2011 season nearing More Hardball has taken the opportunity to name each team's MVP and Cy Young through the first half. Today we feature the American League Central division. And as you know, TSB is all AL Central (and NL Central) all the time. … [Read more...] about Team MVP and Cy Young for All AL Central Teams
Cleveland Indians Sign Ohio State Buckeyes Pitcher
What a great local story this is- continuing one's baseball career in the same state. Ohio State righthander Drew Rucinski signed a free agent contract with the Cleveland Indians, the organization announced Thursday. Rucinski will stay in Ohio and begin his professional career at short-season Mahoning Valley in the New York-Penn League. … [Read more...] about Cleveland Indians Sign Ohio State Buckeyes Pitcher
White Sox Back in AL Central Division Race- OMG! Are you Serious?
During the infamous "White Flag trade" in early August of 1997, Chicago White Sox Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf was infamously quoted "any one who thinks this team can catch the Cleveland Indians is crazy." Given that the Sox were just 3.5 back of the division leaders from Ohio, with 7 weeks left in the season, it INFURIATED White Sox fans. And it should; they conceded their … [Read more...] about White Sox Back in AL Central Division Race- OMG! Are you Serious?
Indians Justin Masterson in a Pitching Slump?
. Justin Masterson is 0-3 in his past four starts with a 4.78 ERA and a 1.44 WHIP. .He has not been as effective, but the Cleveland Indians offense isn’t being as helpful either. In his first six starts the Tribe averaged 6.3 runs. In his past five starts they’ve averaged just 1.6 runs. No matter how well you pitch, it’s hard to win when your team’s bats go silent. . … [Read more...] about Indians Justin Masterson in a Pitching Slump?
Cleveland Indian Shin-Soo Choo’s on-field problems, DUI solved with a hug.
Quick question: Before the season started, who had the Cleveland Indians atop the A.L. Central, leading the league in run differential and seemingly trading back and forth daily with the Philadelphia Phillies for the best record in baseball by mid-May? Yeah, I didn’t think so. Just about everything has been clicking for the Tribe as of late, but amidst the fanfare and joy … [Read more...] about Cleveland Indian Shin-Soo Choo’s on-field problems, DUI solved with a hug.
Cleveland Indians drummer sets standard for fans
John Adams has been a staple in Cleveland for longer than any player on the Indians roster. In fact, he’s been a staple longer than Progressive Field has existed in Cleveland, even before it used to be called Jacob’s Field. For decades, Adams has pounded the same drum from the left field bleachers, game in and game out. He represents the most notable, passionate fan in Major … [Read more...] about Cleveland Indians drummer sets standard for fans