
The Selby Is Godcast: A Cleveland Guardians podcast (Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe)
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16 Jul 2019 | Never Say Never | 00:51:22 | |
T.J. Zuppe and Zack Meisel discuss the current career trajectory of Shane Bieber, offer insight on the Indians’ mentality approaching the MLB trade deadline and discuss best fits for potential Trevor Bauer deals.
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21 Jan 2021 | 150. The Questions That Need Answered | 00:43:10 | |
Zack and T.J. are back to discuss the biggest questions that need answered in 2021 and the opportunities needed to make it happen. Will the Indians just commit to playing some young players or will we see a few veterans brought into the organization before spring begins? And what is best for the longterm health of the franchise? | |||
28 Oct 2024 | The biggest Guardians offseason questions: Part I | 00:50:25 | |
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Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe, in the first half of their chat, discuss some of the biggest Guardians questions that will need answered in the offseason before 2025. Part 2 will be posted next week.
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28 Mar 2022 | So, You Want To Put Together A Roster... | 01:06:06 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss the potential Opening Day roster, which is starting to take shape. Or is it? What will the bullpen look like? Which younger players are impressing this spring and which have a shot at making the team? The guys also talk about the latest José Ramírez developments. For additional episodes throughout the week, become at show supporter at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
04 Jan 2024 | Top Random Jersey Sightings of 2023 | 01:07:48 | |
In this episode, we express their appreciation for the listeners and share their top random jerseys of 2023. Zack and T.J. then count down the top 10 random jerseys, including players like Hunter Wood and Dave Hollins. The conversation covers topics such as nostalgia and CD players, the ZiPS projections for the Cleveland Guardians, the potential trade of Shane Bieber. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
20 Sep 2019 | Bring On The Chaos | 00:42:31 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe discuss how they think Jason Kipnis’ career will be remembered in Cleveland, journey through the list of Tribe second basemen between Roberto Alomar and Jason Kipnis and break down the potential chaos ahead in the final week of the regular season.
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01 Mar 2019 | Why did it have to be snakes? | 00:45:35 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe offer their opinion on the Hanley Ramirez signing and debate how much life is left in his bat. Then, the guys talk about Trevor Bauer's mic'd up video, how he can help baseball's image and if he's the right guy to do it. Also, T.J. whiffs on another random former Indians player of the day. | |||
17 Nov 2023 | How Cal Quantrill Has Us Philosophizing About Baseball | 00:55:15 | |
Cal Quantrill was designated for assignment this week by the Guardians. Was it a baseball move or a symptom of TV deal uncertainty? Zack and T.J. are back to discuss that and more. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
19 Dec 2018 | Conspiracy Theories And Reckless Speculation | 00:58:23 | |
Zack Meisel shares his crazy conspiracy theory involving the Indians' salary dumping this offseason (really?!), then Zack and TJ Zuppe discuss the balance between being patient and pessimistic when it comes to the big picture and talk about what they'd do this winter. Plus, reckless speculation and a random player of the day!
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06 Dec 2023 | Guardians Land Top Pick in MLB Draft Lottery | 00:29:11 | |
In this episode, T.J. and Zack discuss the unexpected news of the Cleveland Guardians receiving the number one pick in the MLB draft. They delve into the process of the draft lottery and the suspenseful moments leading up to the announcement. The hosts reflect on the significance of the Guardians' first-ever number one pick and the emotions surrounding it. They also touch on the frustration of the winter meetings and the financial constraints that impact roster building. The episode concludes with a lighthearted discussion about video game roster building and the burden of holding a secret. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
04 Aug 2020 | Why Are All The Runs Gone? | 00:48:02 | |
Zack and T.J. talk about a lack of Indians offense and Shane Bieber's continued development into one of the game's best. | |||
31 Mar 2025 | So Manzardo Owns Lefties? | 00:51:01 | |
We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an ADDITIONAL episode per week, all for supporting the show for $5 per month at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the promo code: SELBY. Zack and T.J. talk about the Guardians taking 2-of-3 from the Royals on Opening Weekend, Kyle Manzardo slaying southpaws, Emmanuel Clase hitting Jonathan India in the head with a pitch and Cleveland's pitching plan in their first three games. | |||
15 May 2023 | Momentum is a Product of Convenience | 00:56:00 | |
Zack and T.J. talk about a wild weekend that featured the Guardians taking 2-of-3 from the Angels, if Josh Naylor is the greatest eighth-inning hitter of all-time (and more importantly, what his awakening could mean to the offense) and the encouraging signs of a bounce-back outing from Tanner Bibee. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
24 Dec 2020 | 146. "He has to go get the baseball!" | 01:53:57 | |
As a special holiday treat, Zack and T.J. break away from their normal format to deliver their third game recap. This time, the guys review the 1998 ALCS Game 2 between the Indians and Yankees, which ends in a controversial call and begins to place doubts in the minds of New York fans about the Yankees' ability to hold off Cleveland in the best-of-seven series. To watch the ESPN broadcast Part one: https://youtu.be/1aqBMOrktIg Part two: https://youtu.be/XNEBzqtVGuo | |||
20 Mar 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: Posturing | 00:45:25 | |
Zack Meisel and TJ Zuppe of The Athletic Cleveland unpack the Indians' remaining roster decisions, break down their odd depth distribution and explain why they believe Mike Clevinger is destined to dominate in 2018.
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26 Aug 2020 | Showcase Showdown | 00:52:56 | |
T.J. and Zack discuss how "showcases" have gone extinct, talk about the return of Mike Clevinger and what that could mean in trade discussions, assess Shane Bieber's Cy Young level season to this point and continue to be floored by James Karinchak's numbers. Also, which veteran bat would make sense on the Indians?
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20 Aug 2019 | Forever and always, I’m always here | 01:07:23 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe talk about the chances of Carlos Carrasco and Corey Kluber helping in September and October. Then, the guys take listener questions on Brad Hand’s recent struggles, Yasiel Puig, on-field potted plants and bunting.
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04 Sep 2023 | Gameday panic, Bo Naylor's development, biggest series of the season | 01:02:29 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe discuss the panic of following a game on MLB Gameday, recap a good-not-great series against the Tampa Bay Rays, talk about Bo Naylor's development and look forward to the biggest, most important series of the Guardians season against the Minnesota Twins. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
11 May 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: Welcome, Mr. Bastian | 00:32:50 | |
The Athletic's T.J. Zuppe is joined by Jordan Bastian of MLB.com this week to discuss the returning Andrew Miller, the decision to drop Jason Kipnis in the order and when you can begin to trust the sample size.
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09 May 2022 | "For as lost as he was in the first month, that's as found as he is now" | 00:46:47 | |
Zack and T.J. talk about some of the positives within the offense, including a resurgent Franmil Reyes. Then, the guys talk about another poor showing in Shane Bieber velocity and how odd it is to be more intrigued by the bats to begin the season. For additional content and access to the show Discord, where you an chat with other Guardians fans like you, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
12 Aug 2024 | Avoiding Disaster, Guardians Word Association | 01:05:59 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss Cleveland splitting a critical four-game series in Minnesota and avoiding disaster in the finale and play a game of word association. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
12 Mar 2021 | 160. Starting Lineup Revealed? | 00:32:37 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss Billy Hamilton and Mike Freeman not making the Cleveland roster, detail how Andres Gimenez might be inching toward the opening day shortstop job, look for clear clues about the batting order and briefly talk about some Minor-League rule changes baseball will be toying with in 2021. | |||
23 Jul 2019 | Don’t Order The Beef Tenderloin In Toronto | 01:02:58 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe discuss the complexities of the trade deadline, assess the recent stellar play of Jose Ramirez and Tyler Naquin, and examine the dangers of arbitrary endpoints and small sample sizes.
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16 Feb 2024 | All Eyes On Middle-Infield Yet Again | 00:54:11 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss the importance of the Guardians' middle-infield as Spring Training opens. Zack, joining from Arizona, talks about some of his early observations from camp. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
07 Apr 2022 | 2022 Cleveland Guardians WAR Draft (UNLOCKED PATREON EPISODE) | 00:57:55 | |
Happy Opening Day! Zack and T.J. draft Cleveland players after an unnecessarily long game of rock, paper, scissors. If you want to catch our Jose Ramirez extension reaction episode, become a member of our Patreon group: https://www.patreon.com/posts/64820585 - You will earn one extra episode per week for $1 per show. | |||
30 Jan 2021 | 152. Bonus: Eddie Rosario To Cleveland Edition | 00:14:45 | |
Zack and T.J. are back for an emergency edition of the Selby Is Godcast, breaking down the Indians' reported agreement with outfielder Eddie Rosario. | |||
16 Apr 2023 | Getting nostalgic at the Great Lakes Collectors Convention | 01:00:09 | |
Zack and T.J. record an episode of the show at the Great Lakes Collectors Convention on Saturday, April 15, 2023. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY Find the links to the audio only show here: https://anchor.fm/selbyisgodcast Create your own podcast with Riverside. It’s the site we use to record and edit the Selby Is Godcast: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=anthony-zuppe | |||
18 Oct 2022 | Game 5: The Sequel ... Who gets the ball for the Guards? | 00:20:18 | |
Shane Bieber on short rest? Aaron Civale? Who should get the ball for the Guardians in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium after Monday's rainout in New York? T.J. and Zack discuss on this brief episode. | |||
11 Dec 2019 | 2019 Winter Meetings: Chapter 2 | 00:30:10 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe discuss the fireworks that became the signings of Gerrit Cole and Stephen Strasburg and attempt to explain what that could mean for the Corey Kluber trade market. The guys also continue the on-going Francisco Lindor trade discussion and talk about why it's important to capitalize on Lindor's presence if they don't trade him this winter. ____ Music from https://filmmusic.io "Exhilarate" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) ____ | |||
29 Mar 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: And here...we...go | 00:46:52 | |
TJ Zuppe and Zack Meisel of The Athletic preview the start of the Indians season in Seattle.
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19 Sep 2022 | A Week To Survive | 00:55:33 | |
T.J. and Zack discuss the Guardians potentially ending the Twins' chances at the division by taking three of the first four games of the series, Ernie Clement proving why he deserved a roster spot, a doubleheader that never ends and the massive week ahead for Cleveland against the White Sox. For additional midweek episodes of the show and the opportunity to chat with us on Discord, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
16 Sep 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: The Hangover | 00:27:26 | |
T.J. Zuppe and Zack Meisel of The Athletic reflect on past Indians hangover lineups and share the sights and sounds in the clubhouse following another AL Central clinch.
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14 Jun 2019 | Gumbel 2 Gumbel Pitch Justice | 01:03:34 | |
T.J. Zuppe and Zack Meisel react to the Indians' recent 5-3 homestand against the Twins, Yankees and Reds. Then, the guys talk about why it's a bad idea to automatically dismiss potential Brad Hand or Trevor Bauer trade offers.
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11 Dec 2024 | Andres Gimenez trade reaction | 00:57:03 | |
Zack and TJ react to the eventual three-way deal by the Guardians that started with Andres Gimenez being traded to the Blue Jays. Additional episodes at commercial-free shows are available for supporters at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
11 Jul 2022 | Jones Up, Guards Down | 00:22:12 | |
In an abbreviated episode, Zack and T.J. discuss the recent poor play by Cleveland, talk about the promotion of Nolan Jones and his tremendous first weekend in the Majors and Zack shares a story about Andrés Giménez learning that he was one of the Guardians' three All-Stars. For additional episodes of the show and access to the Discord, consider supporting us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
14 Mar 2019 | We Bark Together | 00:49:21 | |
TJ Zuppe and Zack Meisel (and a special guest) discuss the likelihood that Francisco Lindor is ready for opening day, where the biggest concerns remain on the roster and which young players are worth getting excited about.
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04 Jul 2022 | Baby, You're A Firework | 00:58:06 | |
Zack and T.J. talk about the return of Oscar Mercado and how the team is handling a few roster spots in the absence of Oscar Gonzalez. Then, the guys discuss the importance of the upcoming stretch of winnable games before the All-Star Break and T.J. asks Zack about a pair of potential trade candidates. For additional episodes of the show, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
09 Dec 2024 | Bieber's Back Baby | 00:40:22 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss the return of Shane Bieber, when Cleveland can expect him back, Josh Naylor and Lane Thomas trade rumors and more. Additional episodes at commercial-free shows are available for supporters at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
12 Mar 2025 | Mild to Wild: Our 2025 Guardians Hot Takes/Predictions | 00:55:56 | |
We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an ADDITIONAL episode per week, all for supporting the show for $5 per month at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe each offer five predictions/hot takes for the upcoming Guardians campaign. | |||
08 Oct 2024 | Navigating the narratives from devastating Game 2 loss | 00:42:51 | |
Zack and T.J. assess many of the narratives surrounding how Cleveland lost Game 2 to the Tigers, talk about Emmanuel Clase's rare blowup and look ahed to Alex Cobb starting Game 3 in Detroit. | |||
07 Dec 2023 | A Position Player In The Rule 5?! | 00:38:33 | |
The conversation revolves around the lack of clarity and confusion surrounding the Cleveland organization's direction after the winter meetings. The possibility of Naylor playing in right field is explored, which could make the roster more functional. The discussion delves into the organization's philosophy and player acquisition strategies. The selection of Deyvison De Los Santos in the Rule 5 Draft raises questions. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire topics, including Juan Soto's move to the Yankees and the enjoyment of the chaos in Shohei Ohtani's free agency. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
31 Oct 2022 | Fill In The Blank | 00:55:08 | |
Who is extension worthy? Who is most likely to be extended? Who do we believe in? Who are we skeptical of? Who should the Cleveland Guardians acquire this winter? T.J. lists 8 fill-in-the-blanks and Zack attempts to answer them. For weekly offseason episodes, find us at http://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Follow us on Twitter: http://Twitter.com/SelbyIsGodcast Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@selbyisgodcast | |||
16 Jan 2021 | 149. Where Does The Money Go? | 00:57:23 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss some of their lasting impressions of Francisco Lindor in Cleveland, share some behind the scenes stories and ponder where the "savings" created by the Lindor-Carlos Carrasco trade will go. | |||
04 Feb 2021 | 153. The Return of the Rubber-Armed Reliever | 00:55:54 | |
Zack and T.J. share their pleasant memories of legendary Cleveland sports talk host and writer Les Levine, discuss the return of Bryan Shaw to the Indians on a minor-league deal and attempt to fill out the Opening Day lineup. | |||
16 Dec 2019 | Instant Reaction: Corey Kluber Trade Edition | 00:28:08 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe give their initial thoughts on the Corey Kluber trade. ____ Music from https://filmmusic.io "Exhilarate" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) ____ | |||
26 Jul 2021 | Deadline Discussion! | 00:58:37 | |
Zack and T.J. preview the upcoming trade deadline by discussing the things the Indians front office will be considering this week prior to Friday afternoon. The guys discuss Cesar Hernandez, Jose Ramirez, Amed Rosario and anyone else that opposing teams might consider trade targets -- and more important, if any of those names make sense to be dealt. Meisel and Zuppe also revisit the wild 2016 trade deadline and T.J.'s cat stops by to say meow. | |||
30 Jul 2020 | The First Ten Percent | 00:45:19 | |
The Indians are now 10 percent into their schedule. The guys discuss Brad Hand's struggles, the incredible first trip through the rotation, the potential promise of the Tribe lineup and more. | |||
08 Jul 2024 | Give Me Five | 00:56:38 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss five Guardians making the All-Star team, Cleveland taking 2-of-3 from the Giants and the carousel of starting pitching. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
25 May 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: The Meaning Of Right And Wrong | 00:37:48 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe of The Athletic talk about Michael Brantley's torrid start to the season and reflect on the Indians' decision to pick up his option this season. They also discuss bullpening and Mike Clevinger's thoughts on the universe and different dimensions.
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19 Apr 2021 | 166. Recovering From A Wild Week | 00:55:11 | |
Zack and T.J. recap a wild week for the Indians -- including getting no-hit and having a triple play turned against them. The guys continue to evaluate an ever-evolving roster, talk about Triston McKenzie, Jordan Luplow and discuss the difficulties fans that cut the cord have faced when trying to watch Cleveland this season. Catch our midweek episodes for $1 per podcast at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast 94zgvzme | |||
20 Jun 2022 | José Is Everywhere To Me | 00:58:07 | |
Cleveland takes 2 of 3 from the Dodgers and didn't have Jose Ramirez for a pair of the games. Zack and T.J. discuss the continued pleasant stretch for the Guardians and assess the current AL MVP race. Then, the guys talk about Shane Bieber's solid performance against Los Angeles, talk about when Nolan Jones will get an opportunity and the promotion of Bo Naylor to Triple-A. For more Guardians talk, join us for midweek episodes at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
09 May 2023 | It ... Depends? | 00:57:24 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe discuss, statistically, baseball's worst offense. Then, the guys play "It Depends" with statements about Gabriel Arias, Tyler Freeman, Gavin Williams, the offense overall, the rotation's outlook and more. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
03 Oct 2022 | 90-Win Guardians? 90-Win Guardians! | 01:01:13 | |
The Guardians are at 90 wins and counting, just as nobody predicted. Zack and T.J. discuss why Cleveland continues to play well despite little to play for, who is Cleveland's MVP this season, the debut of Bo Naylor, Will Brennan cementing himself as a playoff certainty and the DFA of Bryan Shaw. For additional playoff coverage, access to the show Discord and more episodes, consider supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
20 Nov 2019 | Bingo! | 01:01:23 | |
T.J. Zuppe is joined by guest host Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. The guys talk about Jordan's jump to a new beat last year and discuss all of the difficulties that a beat writer experiences when taking over the beat of a new team. Bastian also shares some of his favorite memories of covering the Indians.
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01 Nov 2019 | Don't Jump In The Leaf Piles | 00:43:46 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe offer their thoughts on the Nationals winning the 2019 World Series. Is there anything the Indians can take away from Washington's wild ride? The guys also stumble back into a discussion over Francisco Lindor's future while attempting to dodge the Halloween rain.
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29 Aug 2022 | Five Years of The SIG | 00:53:40 | |
TJ and Zack celebrate their five years of The Selby Is Godcast. Then, the guys examine a frustrating weekend in Seattle, discuss who should be called up in September and touch on Triston McKenzie as an extension candidate.
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23 Jul 2020 | Let The Sprint Begin | 00:52:00 | |
The start of the shortened 2020 MLB season is here. Zack and T.J. preview the roster and give their predictions, outlook and concerns about the upcoming Cleveland Indians 60-game campaign. | |||
18 Oct 2024 | "The Ultimate Present Under The Tree:" Guardians fight their way back into ALCS | 00:41:00 | |
T.J. Zuppe and Zack Meisel recap a thrilling Game 3, which featured Jhonkensy Noel and David Fry saving the Guardians postseason from a likely end by smacking a pair of 2-run homers to cut the Yankees lead in the best-of-seven to 2-1. music by Artur Aravidi - *Adrenaline* from Pixabay Audio calls courtesy of WTAM, the Cleveland Guardians radio network, and TBS. | |||
18 Jan 2019 | Jam Session | 00:31:12 | |
Zack Meisel and TJ Zuppe recap the spectacle that was Tribe Jam. Zack shares anecdotes from his stories this week on The Athletic. Then, the duo debate Omar Vizquel’s hall of fame candidacy and discuss flaws in the voting process.
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11 Nov 2023 | Stephen Vogt Presser INSTANT Reaction | 00:36:15 | |
Zack and T.J. offer their instant reaction after taking part in Stephen Vogt's introductory press conference at Progressive Field. | |||
30 Nov 2023 | Is it crazy to just keep Shane Bieber? | 01:13:44 | |
T.J. and Zack ask why the Guardians can't just keep Shane Bieber, react to Cleveland's new coaching staff and recap the biggest free-agent misses in franchise history. Who did we miss? Let us know in the comments! We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
20 Feb 2023 | All The Important Stuff | 00:59:25 | |
Zack has arrived in Goodyear, Arizona, and T.J. is just eager to discuss actual news (even if Meisel claims it isn't all that important). So, the guys try to make some small news into bigger news, including a discussion about Shane Bieber throwing on his honeymoon, Terry Francona looking and feeling good and Gabriel Arias attempting to increase his versatility. Then, Zuppe asks what play-by-play announcer that isn't known for baseball would Zack most like to hear call the sport and the guys play random-used-to-play-here-guy-of-the-day. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. Create your own podcast with Riverside. It’s the site we use to record and edit the Selby Is Godcast: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=anthony-zuppe | |||
18 Oct 2021 | Looking Ahead | 00:55:14 | |
Zack and T.J. finishing up some thoughts on how Cleveland should approach free-agency, run through the list of the Guardians' arbitration eligible players and then explain why this offseason is so critical to the franchise. | |||
11 Jul 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: Communication Breakdown | 00:30:37 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe of The Athletic Cleveland talk about the communication breakdown in the bullpen that helped sink the Indians on Tuesday night against the Reds.
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04 Jun 2019 | Spoiler Alert | 00:47:09 | |
Can the Indians take anything positive away from this season if the losses continue to accumulate? TJ Zuppe and Zack Meisel discuss. Also, Zack shares how his day was spoiled.
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26 Apr 2021 | 167. Decision Time? | 00:56:55 | |
Are the Indians nearing a chance to make changes offensively? What about the way pitchers attack Jake Bauers neutralizes one of his biggest skills? Will we be seeing Daniel Johnson, Owen Miller or Bobby Bradley at any point soon? Is there any reason for concern about Triston McKenzie's velocity? Is Franmil Reyes the fastest man on the planet? What do we make of Sam Hentges? T.J. and Zack discuss all of that and more.
For midweek episodes, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast.
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29 Sep 2020 | The One Where They Preview Indians-Yankees | 00:54:40 | |
It's Indians and Yankees once again in the first round of the MLB Playoffs. Where does each team have an edge in the best-of-three opening round series? Zack and T.J. examine the trends as the postseason begins. | |||
19 Oct 2024 | A 3-1 ALCS Deficit | 00:29:08 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe discuss Cleveland facing a 3-1 disadvantage against New York following another rollercoaster ride in Game 4, which saw the Guardians fight back to tie the game and Emmanuel Clase let it slip away. | |||
07 Apr 2020 | Loud Noises! | 00:48:27 | |
Topics: MLB’s plan to play a season - is it worth exploring? What TV show does everyone think is great that you just struggle to get into? Reliving a fun baseball moment from your youth.
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14 Jan 2019 | Minimizing Risk | 00:33:49 | |
Zack Meisel and TJ Zuppe recap TribeFest weekend and share how different the clubhouse looked and felt following the departure of a few veteran Indians players this winter.
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28 Aug 2023 | Will these 10 people be with the Guardians in 2024? | 01:12:48 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe talk about the Guardians designating Noah Syndergaard for assignment -- did he actually give them what they wanted? -- and discuss if 10 names will be with Cleveland next year. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcastListeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
16 Nov 2021 | We're All Guardians | 00:49:26 | |
Zack and T.J. talk about the agreement between Cleveland's baseball and roller derby team, the latest on the search for a minority investor, Emmanuel Clase finishing fifth in AL Rookie of the Year voting and the state of the AL Central, which could be a very interesting division in 2022. For more off-season discussion, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
01 Oct 2019 | Deserved Dunking And Encouraging Signs: Winter Is Coming | 00:37:56 | |
How can a season feature disappointment and failure and still be and undeniably encouraging? Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe attempt to answer that question, briefly recapping the 2019 Indians campaign. Then, the guys begin to look ahead to the upcoming offseason. | |||
26 Aug 2024 | Welcome to Jhonkville | 00:52:57 | |
We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. Zack and T.J. chat about Jhonkensy Noel's power, Matthew Boyd continuing to impress, an idea for Triston McKenzie to help Cleveland in the postseason and look ahead to a big series vs. Kansas City. | |||
30 Apr 2020 | “Forever In The Whole World” | 00:45:58 | |
The guys receive a voice mail from a “listener” who believes the Godcast is actually a conspiracy theory podcast. We oblige.
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10 Jul 2020 | When's The Last Time You Did The Macarena? | 00:47:18 | |
The guys record their latest pod during Cleveland's first intrasquad scrimmage of Summer Camp ... or Spring Training 2.0 ... or whatever it's called. Zack and T.J. describe the sights and sounds of Progressive Field and think about what empty ballparks might look and sound like during the upcoming season.
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10 Feb 2021 | 154. The Overlooked Puzzle Piece | 01:04:04 | |
Zack and T.J. revisit the Mike Clevinger trade and ask what would make that deal a future success? Then, the guys talk about an often overlooked member of that deal and determine how important he is to the overall evaluation of that trade. After, Zack and T.J. get a little unhinged talking about the state of the game. | |||
03 Oct 2023 | The Selby Awards | 01:14:41 | |
Zack and T.J. enter the offseason and hand out The Selbys. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
09 Sep 2024 | Destined To Do This Forever (Or Until October) | 00:49:09 | |
Zack and T.J. update their confidence level in Guardians pitching after Gavin Williams couldn't get out of the first against the Dodgers, look ahead to the White Sox and upcoming stretch and think more about how Cleveland will look in the playoffs. | |||
06 Mar 2023 | Can you name Cleveland Opening Day starters since 1990? | 00:53:38 | |
Zack and T.J. talk about Shane Bieber getting the ball on Opening Day for the fourth season in a row and whether it matters to players, attempt to name all of the Opening Day starters for Cleveland dating back to 1990, the “most handsome manager” T-shirts passed around spring camp and which players have been the talk of spring training among coaches and front office. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. Find the links to the audio only show here: https://anchor.fm/selbyisgodcast Create your own podcast with Riverside. It’s the site we use to record and edit the Selby Is Godcast: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=anthony-zuppe #clevelandguardians #mlb #podcast | |||
24 Feb 2025 | Storytime with Former Indians Reliever Nick Goody | 00:52:52 | |
We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an ADDITIONAL episode per week, all for supporting the show for $5 per month at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Former Cleveland Indians, New York Yankees and Texas Rangers reliever Nick Goody joins T.J. and Zack. Nick shares some stories from his career and how he is transitioning to a baseball content/analyst role. | |||
09 Oct 2022 | Guardians Sweep The Rays, Advance To ALDS vs. Yankees | 01:05:30 | |
Zack and T.J. recap a Guardians sweep of the Rays in the Wild Card round of the AL playoffs. Cleveland will now meet the New York Yankees in the ALDS. From the Oscar Gonzalez walk-off to the Jose Ramirez defensive gem and all of the incredible pitching in-between, the guys cover it all. For additional episodes of the show and access to the show Discord, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
27 Dec 2021 | Clip Show! Highlights From December Patreon Shows | 00:38:37 | |
Zack and T.J. are taking a little time off this week to spend with family and friends for the Holidays, but for those that haven't joined us at Patreon for weekly offseason content, here are some highlights from the month of December. If you'd like more Guardians content than just our free shows every other week during the offseason, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! | |||
04 Nov 2019 | The Coaching Shuffle | 00:40:06 | |
T.J. Zuppe and Zack Meisel discuss the changes to the Indians' major league coaching staff and explain why it can be so difficult to evaluate the job of a big league manager.
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21 Feb 2022 | Be The Best Baseball You Can Be | 00:58:57 | |
T.J. and Zack talk about the NBA All-Star Game and if there are any lessons MLB can take away from recent NBA and NFL events. | |||
25 Oct 2019 | BONUS: The Statcast Episode 2019 | 00:29:39 | |
T.J. Zuppe and Zack Meisel reveal some of the odd and fun numbers they pulled while doing Statcast searches at BaseballSavant.com from the 2019 Indians season in this special bonus episode of the Selby Is Godcast. | |||
14 Aug 2023 | A Paradox of Unfathomable and Predictable | 00:58:53 | |
T.J. Zuppe and Zack Meisel recap all of the late-game bullpen blowups which have made 2023 a hilariously cursed season, discuss the difference in chasing pitches between Josh Naylor and Oscar Gonzalez, and chat briefly about being patient with Gabriel Arias. For additional episodes of the show, consider supporting us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Audio only version of the show available here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/selbyisgodcast Use code "SELBY" for $20 off your first ticket purchase at Seat Geek. | |||
16 May 2022 | Al Pawlowski Stops By | 00:54:47 | |
Al Pawlowski of Guardians Live on Bally Sports Great Lakes fills in for Zack this week, as Al and T.J. talk about Cleveland dropping a pair this weekend to the Twins, the growth of young players on the roster, the mostly disappointing starting pitching and Al's start in TV and his passion for broadcasting. For additional episodes and to join our Discord, find us at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast | |||
20 May 2024 | Twin-Size Fun | 01:11:05 | |
Zack and T.J. have fun with Cleveland's weekend sweep of the Twins, give deserved credit to rotation in recent stretch, revisit and rank old Francisco Lindor trade proposals and more. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
15 Mar 2024 | A Bad Day For Guardians Pitching | 01:06:59 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss four injury updates to Guardians pitchers and rank their level of devastation over the news, chat about Chase DeLauter and Kyle Manzardo making an impact this spring and examine the roster standing of Deyvison De Los Santos and Estevan Florial. We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
19 Oct 2023 | Aww, You Thought Of Us | 01:06:56 | |
A superstar player is included as a hypothetical fit for Cleveland by a national writer, and the guys are back discussing a Juan Soto trade. Then, Zack and T.J. talk about what is off-limits in a locker room, Meisel's writing process and which arbitration candidates are on the bubble. | |||
30 Sep 2024 | Who won the 2024 Guardians WAR Draft? | 01:19:20 | |
We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. Zack and T.J. recap the 2024 Guardians season by revisiting their preseason Cleveland WAR Draft. | |||
10 Aug 2020 | Leave A Message After The Beep | 00:52:40 | |
Zack and T.J. talk about the difficulty of television broadcasts in the current environment, debate whether the extra-inning rule is actually ... good? .... revisit the Indians' offensive struggles and look for hope and discuss Zach Plesac getting sent home. | |||
14 Sep 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: Streaking Through The Cafeteria | 00:31:40 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe of The Athletic discuss Zack's recap of the 22-game win streak from 2017 and talk about if momentum matters entering the MLB postseason.
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01 May 2023 | April? ... Yuck | 00:56:32 | |
Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe talk about another slow start for the Guardians in April but ask why should that be excused? Then, the guys talk about rewarding players that earn chances, Zach Plesac, Triston McKenzie's status, buying Logan Allen and Tanner Bibee stock and the top of the lineup. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. Find the links to the audio only show here: https://anchor.fm/selbyisgodcast | |||
18 Jan 2024 | State of the Guardians with Justin Lada | 01:10:12 | |
Crossover show! We are joined by Justin Lada of Locked On Guardians. Check out more of his musings here: https://nextyearincleveland.substack.com/ We hope you’ll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you’ll get an additional episode per week for a buck, all for supporting the show at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Listeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the the promo code: SELBY. | |||
29 Dec 2019 | "Vizquel Missed It" | 01:57:42 | |
You remember Omar Vizquel's missed bunt in the playoffs. You can picture Lenny Webster complaining that Vizquel fouled it. But do you remember the action that led up to it? Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe travel back to the 1997 ALCS between the Indians and Orioles and recap a bizarre Game 3. Watch the game with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ny6_DD3Y720&t=2336s All clips are courtesy of Fox Sports. ____ Music from https://filmmusic.io "Exhilarate" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) ____ | |||
24 Jan 2022 | Who Is Next To Wear A Cleveland Cap? | 01:01:51 | |
Zack and T.J. discuss who the next player will be to wear a Cleveland cap in the Hall of Fame. Does José Ramírez have a shot? And the guys revisit a discussion about the greatness of Kenny Lofton. | |||
07 Dec 2022 | EMERGENCY PODCAST: Josh Bell Reaction | 00:23:03 | |
The Cleveland Guardians have agreed to a deal with switch-hitting first baseman Josh Bell, and T.J. Zuppe chats with Zack Meisel, who is at the MLB Winter Meetings in San Diego, about the impending addition. For additional episodes of the podcast, including a weekly offseason show, consider supporting the show at https://Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcast Create your own podcast with Riverside. It’s the site we use to record and edit the Selby Is Godcast: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=anthony-zuppe #clevelandguardians #mlb | |||
23 Jul 2018 | The Selby Is Godcast: One Trade Down, One More To Go? | 00:40:17 | |
The Athletic's Zack Meisel and T.J. Zuppe react to the Indians' trade for Brad Hand and Adam Cimber, explain how it impacts the bullpen and discuss how they'd go about fixing the outfield before the trade deadline.
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