Some Trades Happened
A big episode for a big two weeks of Indians prospect news. Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/2Ip4eRr (https://t.co/ZGcMKSZH3c)                 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/2fYLhSF (https://t.co/WdWY3my90J) If you enjoyed this podcast, don't forget to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
58m Aug 02, 2019
58m
The One Before the Trade Deadline
Trevor Bauer's heave-ho over the outfield wall and how it affects (or doesn't affect) his trade value, Terry Francona's Manager of the Year chances, the upcoming brutal stretch of games, and a new podcast coming soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
48m Jul 30, 2019
48m
Let the Guns Out
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger keep you up to date all things Tribe prospects and minor leagues.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
37m Jul 19, 2019
37m
Merritt's Thicc Calves
Francisco Lindor has a dirty helmet, Bobby Bradley crushed a ball, and the Cleveland Indians are still in the hunt for the AL Central.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
49m Jul 16, 2019
49m
Brian Eats His Shopping List
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger keep you up to date all things Tribe prospects and minor leagues.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
45m Jul 12, 2019
45m
Halfway There
The season is "half' over at the All-Star break, and the Indians are better than any of us could have imagined after April. Also, Tyler Naquin hit a ball how hard?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
58m Jul 09, 2019
58m
Healthy and Scary
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger keep you up to date all things Tribe prospects and minor leagues.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
57m Jul 05, 2019
57m
Bring Back the Tater
Bobby Bradley is here! Leonys Martin is not! Why don't we call home runs "taters" anymore? And should the Indians try to trade Brad Hand for Anthony Rendon? 
55m Jun 25, 2019
55m
Mr. Steal Your Base
For the first time in Indians on Deck history, Matt Schlichting and Brian Hemminger have a full farm system worth of games and players to talk about. Huzzah!
59m Jun 21, 2019
59m
Mashin' Meatballs
Promote Bobby Bradley, you cowards! ... and other important Indians topics, including Brad Hand trade rumors, former Indians on the move, some hard math on catching the Twins, and which Indians player would do best stranded in nature naked and alone. 
1hr 1m Jun 18, 2019
1hr 1m
You Old Yeller'd Him
The hype for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers is real, y'all. Also, could we see Daniel Johnson in the majors this year? 
51m Jun 14, 2019
51m
The Great Mario Kart Conspiracy
Did Shane Bieber crush José Ramírez's confidence by beating him at Mario Kart? Is advanced player development leading to the Clone Wars and the rise of Darth Vader? Is Francisco Lindor an All-Star? We have answers. 
1hr 1m Jun 11, 2019
1hr 1m
Just Blaze It
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger take a quick look back at the Indians' draft and keep tabs on the top prospects in the Indians system.
44m Jun 07, 2019
44m
Are We the Bad Team Now?
Things aren't looking good for the Indians, but there's still hope. I mean, not much, but there's hope.  
1hr 5m Jun 04, 2019
1hr 5m
Touch All the Braces
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger keep you up to date on the Indians' farm system and top prospects.
45m May 24, 2019
45m
Pew Pew
The finger gun revolution is here, old man. Get on board. 
1hr 2m May 21, 2019
1hr 2m
An Absolute Monster
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger keep you up to date on the Indians' farm system and top prospects.
31m May 17, 2019
31m
Oxcart Mercado
Matt Lyons and Merritt Rohlfing receive a blessing from the content gods when it's announced that Oscar Mercado is being called up to the majors mere minutes before the recording started. They're also joined by Columbus Clippers online content manager and PA announcer, Matt Leininger. He talks about what he's seen in Mercado, his favorite past and present Indians, and much more!
50m May 14, 2019
50m
Team Plesac
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger keep you up to date on the Indians' farm system, including a full stable of relievers on their way.
35m May 10, 2019
35m
Oh No, Oviedo!
Luis Oviedo is not having a good time, but Cody Morris sure is. Plus, The Athletic's Emily Waldon joins the show to talk about her take on the Indians' minor league system. 
51m May 03, 2019
51m
The Face of Baseball
Matt Lyons and Merritt Rohlfing talk turtlenecks, faces of baseball, the state of the rotation, Francisco Lindor's return, and Mike Clevinger's eventual return. Plus, producer/director Taiki Green joins the show to discuss his project Momentum and answer the age old question: Why is that table so dang big?
53m Apr 30, 2019
53m
The Craziest Stat
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger look at the absurdity of Will Benson's hot week, and wonder when Oscar Mercado will finally get the call.
33m Apr 26, 2019
33m
He's Back
Matt Lyons and Merritt Rohlfing discuss the glorious return of Francisco Lindor, an imploding bullpen, bat flips, and they dig deeper into the all-important jersey selection research with the help of a dedicated listener. Plus, Ely Sussman joins the show to give a preview of the upcoming series against the Marlins.
55m Apr 23, 2019
55m
Never Speak of it Again
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger break down the week of prospect action, including a start that no one should ever talk about again.
34m Apr 19, 2019
34m
Keep 'em on Their Toes
Matt Lyons and Merritt Rohlfing talk the Indians' miserable week of baseball, the state of the rotation, Francisco Lindor's impending return, and they welcome on special guest, Indians beat writer Mandy Bell. 
52m Apr 16, 2019
52m
Straight to the Point
A look how MLB Pipeline's top-10 Indians prospects have performed, and a week's worth of minor league games are in the books. 
44m Apr 12, 2019
44m
Mama Bear 'Berto
Carlos Santana is amazing, Jake Bauers might be pretty good, and Neil Ramirez almost had an immaculate inning. Also, we have no doubt that Roberto Perez would do anything to protect his pitchers. Topics [2:40] - Looking back at a great week of Indians games. [5:06] - Just the facts about Jake Bauers, and what it would take to get over Yandy Diaz. [11:55] - How the Indians are attacking the shif...
56m Apr 09, 2019
56m
Your Name Here
Matt Schlicting and Brian Hemminger break down the Let's Go Tribe top prospect list, and take a look at some curious placements for Tribe minor leaguers. 
1hr 9m Apr 05, 2019
1hr 9m
A Tom Hamilton Kind of Guy
Topics [3:08] - Jose Ramirez’s weird first series, and thoughts on the Twins. [14:24] - The Indians rotation is amazing, especially Mike Clevinger. [20:20] - Worried about Carlos Carrasco?  [25:27] - Francisco Lindor injury update.  [36:05] - How about those red jerseys though? [39:36] - Baseball video doesn’t age well. [45:35] - Final thoughts on first weekend of games. [49:22] - Social media ...
58m Apr 02, 2019
58m
Enjoy Him
In our final episode of the offseason, we discuss Paul Dolan’s recent interview with The Athletic, Brad Miller’s potential, Carlos Carrasco’s butt, and Albert Belle killing a free-range cow with his bare hands. 
55m Mar 26, 2019
55m
Just Be The Rock
Should we care about Carlos Gonzalez? Ken Rosenthal isn’t a fan of the Indians, Trevor Bauer should just be like The Rock already, Carlos Santana hates Fortnite, and Cody Anderson will be sweating up Triple-A on Opening Day. Topics [0:51] - We got Carlos Gonzalez! ... yay?  [5:55] - More Corey Kluber trade rumors. [07:15] - Trevor Bauer getting shot in the nuts, and being his own agent.  [9:05]...
43m Mar 19, 2019
43m
The Voice From Beyond
All aboard the Oscar Mercado hype train! Also, why you shouldn’t care about the Indians not signing Adam Jones, and what exactly is under Carlos Carrasco’s beard? 
58m Mar 12, 2019
58m
Episode 110: Why Are You Wet?
Nolan Arenado got his big payday, is Francisco Lindor next? The Twins are going to win the AL Central, and Shane Bieber is a breakout candidate.  
48m Mar 05, 2019
48m
Episode 109: Ryan O'Hearn!?
We got our hands on the 2019 Baseball Prospectus Annual, Roberto Perez is apparently really good (so is Oscar Gamble), and we take a look at some... interesting Bobby Bradley comps.   
58m Feb 26, 2019
58m
Episode 108: Around the Bend
Francisco Lindor has a calf injury, blue hair, jacked-as-hell biceps, and no immediate desire to sign a long-term deal with the Indians. Topics [2:00]: Francisco Lindor has a calf injury, blue hair, jacked-as-hell biceps, and no immediate desire to sign a long-term deal.[6:25]: The Indians roster without Lindor.[9:27]: There’s no reason to rush Lindor back.[11:09]: The Cubs are bad.[20:44]: In...
49m Feb 19, 2019
49m
Episode 107: Waluigi With Speed
Topics [2:07] - Looking ahead is better than looking at the past.[2:35] - Reasons to be optimistic in 2019.[8:22] - What exactly are the Indians doing?[10:46] - If Bradley Zimmer is Waluigi, who is Mario?[13:17] - The clickbait of baseball.[24:22] - Momentum and marketing.[30:53] - Answering your questions. Links https://www.mlb.com/indians/news/indians-outfield-has-depth-youth/c-303503482https...
51m Feb 05, 2019
51m
Episode 106: Balls, Strikes, and Bloody Fingers
Hey remember that time the NBA just decided to up and change their ball overnight and it was a total disaster? That was weird. Also, Francisco Lindor is probably not going to sign a long-term contract ever. Hey remember that time the NBA just decided to up and change their ball overnight and it was a total disaster? That was weird. Also, Francisco Lindor is probably not going to sign a long-ter...
47m Jan 22, 2019
47m
Episode 105: Winter Meetings Preview-ish
It’s the Winter Meetings! But the boring first day of it. Lots of Indians rumors to go around, we should all love Carlos Carrasco just a little bit more, and the next wave of iteration of Moneyball is here whether we like it or not (we mostly do). Topics [01:30] - Carlos Carrasco, cherish him [11:30] - Kluber and/or Bauer on the trade block [19:32] - Paul Hoynes has some trade ideas [22:30...
59m Dec 11, 2018
59m
Episode 104: I Get It, But I Hate It
The Indians are retooling, we get it. But we hate it. Also, Trevor Bauer is a totally epic internet troll XD Topics: [00:52] - The Phillies are doing my boy Carlos dirty [03:10] - Yan Gomes is a National and everything is awful [04:48] - What’s next for the catcher position? [12:14] - Rebuilding vs. Wage Suppression [16:10] - Trevor Bauer is a le epic troll [23:22] - Baseball Prospectus ...
44m Dec 04, 2018
44m
Episode 103: My Large Headless Son
The Indians are going to have a new look in 2018. Well... new “options” for looks anyway. No matter what option they choose, though, it will come alongside a hideously large and in-your-face guitar on the sleeve. Because money. More importantly, in unveiling their newest jersey selection, the Indians have introduced us to my large headless son, Steven, who will soon be riding around the city o...
52m Nov 20, 2018
52m
Episode 102: Turn Out the Lights
There will be plenty of time to plan for the future, and to discuss on the podcast, but for now Matt and Merritt just wanted to take a good 40 minutes and vent our frustrations. It felt good, and hopefully it helps you to listen to it a little bit. Thanks for listening.
43m Oct 09, 2018
43m
Episode 101: Indians-Astros ALDS Preview
We say goodbye to the regular season, wonder how good Josh Donaldson can really be, and preview the only weekend series that matters.
58m Oct 02, 2018
58m
Episode 100: Big Whiner Boober Babies
Some teams aren’t happy with the Indians getting Josh Donaldson, Jose Ramirez is in the 30-30 club (and has a chance to be an all-time great Indian), Merritt has wrong opinions about Mario Kart: Double Dash, and the opener is... a thing. Topics: [0:45]: Corey Kluber’s cutter. [7:23]: Some teams aren’t happy with the Indians and Josh Donaldson. [16:30]: Jose Ramirez in the 30-30 club (and a ...
1hr 1m Sep 11, 2018
1hr 1m
Episode 99: Steroids of the Heart
Josh Donaldson is an Indian, Jose Ramirez and Francisco Lindor are struggling, and why don’t they make dumb baseball movies anymore? Subscribe to Let's Talk Tribe on iTunes: apple.co/2fYLhSF
57m Sep 04, 2018
57m
Episode 98: Maybe They're Just Bad
Finding the link between Jason Kipnis, Cody Allen, and general badness. Also, remember Lonnie Chisenhall? Subscribe to Let’s Talk Tribe on iTunes: http://apple.co/2fYLhSF
1hr 5m Aug 28, 2018
1hr 5m
Episode 97: Dear Tito
Yandy Diaz and Lindor had a meeting with Tito. What does it mean? Nothing? Everything? A little bit of both? Subscribe to Let’s Talk Tribe on iTunes: http://apple.co/2fYLhSF
52m Aug 21, 2018
52m
Episode 96: A Maddux for Kluber
Corey Kluber has a Maddux, will Jose get an MVP? The Indians are probably going to playoffs, so let’s preview who they might face in August. What’s the worst that could happen? Subscribe to Let’s Talk Tribe on iTunes: http://apple.co/2fYLhSF
51m Aug 07, 2018
51m
Episode 95: But The Dingers
The MLB trade deadline is upon, which means it's time to talk about one thing: Those beautiful, beautiful dingers. Should the Indians trade for them? Should they trade for defense? What's up with Corey Kluber? Subscribe to Let’s Talk Tribe on iTunes: http://apple.co/2fYLhSF
1hr 12m Jul 31, 2018
1hr 12m
Episode 94: Hey now, Trev's an All-Star
The Indians are five players to the All-Star Game, Trevor Bauer is a weirdo (but he's our weirdo), Francisco Mejia really wants to be a catcher, and the idea of Asdrubal Cabrera making a glorious return to the Indians. Subscribe to Let’s Talk Tribe on iTunes: http://apple.co/2fYLhSF
53m Jul 10, 2018
53m
Episode 93: The Cyborg Baseball League
What constitutes a cyborg baseball player? Is Jose Ramirez a cyborg? Probably. What I’m trying to say is: Merritt Rohlfing loves Cody Anderson. Subscribe to Let’s Talk Tribe on iTunes: http://apple.co/2fYLhSF
55m Jun 26, 2018
55m