About this episode
Yes, we are having some fun with the image. Can the Cleveland Guardians' latest moves reshape their future? Dive into the world of baseball as we explore the Guardians' recent player acquisitions, including Vince Velasquez and Kolby Allard, and their potential impact on the team's strategy. With insights into free agency trends and the challenges of player valuation, this episode offers a deep look at the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball. Discover how prospects are being developed, and get a sneak peek into some obscure college baseball names to track, as well as the prep pitcher who fits everything the Cleveland Guardians covet. We also spill some tea about some anonymous players' escapades in the minors that shaped the Guardian's focus on high-character players. We also talk about the salary cap debate and why many owners likely don't want it either. Join us for an engaging discussion on the Guardians' path forward and the broader implications for MLB. Don't miss out on these unique insights and expert analysis! 0:00 Intro: Today's show topics and sponsor 5:00 Free agent signings and roster depth discussion 10:00 Importance of player traits in scouting 15:00 Prospect evaluation and development strategies 20:00 Character assessment in modern scouting 25:00 Salary cap discussion and MLB financial disparity 30:00 College baseball prospects and data analysis 35:00 High school pitching prospect Angel Cervantes Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN7J9jEfhzpywm7 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app and use code lockedonnfl to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game. Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Super Bowl 59 is here, And there’s no better way to make every play more exciting than with FanDuel Sportsbook. New customers can bet just FIVE DOLLARS, and if you win, you’ll score TWO HUNDRED BUCKS in Bonus Bets. Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of Super Bowl Fifty-Nine. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGuardians?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB #Guardians #ClevelandGuardians #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.