Terry’s Talkin’ (Terry Pluto, Cleveland.com)

Highlights: How the 7-0 Cavs are doing it;  The biggest surprise for Terry about the Cavs, and his biggest concern going forward; What Donovan Mitchell's postgame praise of Isaac Okoro means for team chemistry long term; A listener asks: Why do fast breaks look so different in the modern NBA? What do the Browns do with the rest of the 2024 season? It's too late in the season for the Browns secondary to be blowing coverages and making excuses; Terry on why the Deshaun Watson era should be over; Why the "lots of TDs and lots of INTs" narrative on Jameis Winston isn't really accurate anymore; Which Browns position group got manhandled by the Chargers on Sunday; Which Browns should be, and are, on the no-trade list; Did the Dodgers learn how to beat the Yankees in the World Series by watching the Guardians and Royals? Listener Gary Hunt breaks down winning percentages and market sizes for MLB teams since 1992. Here's what it says about the Guardians. And a listener story about his late mother and what the Ohio State Buckeyes meant to her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's pod: With the Browns going through a rash of positive COVID tests, how will they negotiate preparations for the Raiders game Saturday? How the Browns will handle the coaching and play calling with Mike Priefer and Alex Van Pelt; and how the players on the field will have to adjust; Thoughts on why the Browns can win Sunday; The phenomenon that is the Cavaliers, who are 17-12 and the No. 4 team in the Eastern Conference behind the Nets, Bulls and Bucks. How the franchise has turned around from the depths of the post-LeBron era; How Kevin Love has turned it around and is having fun with this team, and why it’s hard to believe it’s only been eight months since his April apology for pouting and throwing the ball away against the Raptors; Terry’s thoughts on whether the Cavs are just a playoff team, or if they can be more; Akron’s hiring of Joe Moorhead as its new football coach, and why that came together for Moorhead and the Zips; Terry answers Hey, Terry! fan questions on whether Mitch Trubisky would fit with the Browns next season; Dylan Windler; and why Jim Donovan is just the latest in a long line of outstanding Browns play-by-play announcers; And a Terry’s Trivia question on the last coach to win more than 40 football games with the Akron football program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry has a library appearance coming up in a couple of weeks, Tuesday, July 11 at 6 p.m. at the Lake Community Library, 565 Market Street in Uniontown; The Cavs' Caris LeVert dilemma and how it fits into NBA free agency, which starts Friday evening; Why all the gnashing of teeth about the Cavs? Terry's thoughts on Emoni Bates, and why he reminds us of an Andrew Berry-type pick; Terry's happy about the signings of Craig Porter Jr and Pete Nance; It's "SpongeBob time," Terry says, when it comes to Oscar Gonzalez and Gabriel Arias; Why it's important to keep an eye on Shane Bieber's later-inning stamina; Our early impressions of Bo Naylor; It's time to bring back an age-old baseball tradition; What Terry is hearing about Deshaun Watson, the Browns coaches and the positive vibes coming out of Berea; Terry discusses his Faith & You column this week, which is about Gettysburg; And a Terry's Talkin' question about the Guardians' prospects and whether they've given up too soon on some prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry on the Browns’ firing of Joe Woods on Sunday night, a move he advocated for weeks ago; Are changes coming? And will Kevin Stefanski give up play calling? Why Mike Priefer might not be keeping his job as Browns special teams coach; What the Browns locker room seems like it’s missing; Do the Browns need more vocal leaders? Why there was a big difference between the way the Lions played and the way the Browns played on Sunday; Who could be the next Jarvis Landry-type player; Terry on why next season is not all about Deshaun Watson’s development; Terry’s thoughts on the Cavs’ road trip so far; What Rubio will do when he returns; Should the Cavs make a move for a wing player, given their lack of draft assets? Assessing whether Bojan Bodganovich is a fit; Readers weigh in on the purple car from Terry’s youth, and what it has to do with the Browns; This week’s Hey, Terry questions about Lovie Smith as a Browns defensive coordinator candidate, and restructuring Deshaun Watson’s contract; And Terry’s book recommendation for the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: We analyze the Browns' 53-man roster on cutdown day; Cade York: Why it was the right decision to let him go; and what's next for him; What you need to know about new kicker Dustin Hopkins; What we're expecting from Deshaun Watson as the Sept. 10 opener vs. the Bengals approaches; The Browns' most important offensive player for 2023 who's not named Deshaun Watson or Nick Chubb; Tanner Bibee: Why he should be a strong candidate for AL Rookie of the Year; What the Guardians are getting, and not getting, from Oscar Gonzalez and Gabriel Arias; Fan questions about innings limits for pitchers; Steven Kwan's strikeouts; Pat Corrales' passing; and Emmanuel Clase's approach to hitters in 2023 vs. 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Why the Cavs could hit 70 wins, and why they shouldn't care about it; Evan Mobley is emerging as the prohibitive favorite for Defensive Player of the Year; What the comeback against the Celtics revealed about the Cavs; Comparing this year's Cavs with the LeBron James era; Picking a free-agent QB for the Browns: Who fits? A listener email: Will Myles Garrett's trade request impact free agents' decision on Cleveland? An oft-injured Guardians prospect suffers another setback; Terry goes around the diamond to project the favorites to start on opening day; The 2021 MLB Draft is already a difference maker for the Guardians; Terry's Faith & You column for the upcoming weekend: Putting the clamps on sarcasm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will appear at the Wooster Library and sign books on Wednesday, Nov. 2; Terry’s take on why the Browns should trade Kareem Hunt;  Is this OBJ all over again? Why the Browns are showing they can’t use the offensive weapons they do have in an effective way; Terry’s impressions of the 2-1 Cavaliers so far, including Donovan Mitchell and the surprising Cedi Osman; What you should expect to see from the Guardians this offseason and heading into 2023, including a new-look catching contingent; And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions about Evan Mobley’s early-season flow, or lack thereof; and whether Gabriel Arias would fit at first base for the Guardians next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will be speaking at the Niles McKinley Library on Tuesday, March 7 at 6:30 PM. It’s free. He’ll take questions and sign books. We look at Kevin Love's legacy with the Cavs, the good, the bad and the buyout; Should Love's number be retired? What grade Terry gives the Cavs at the All-Star break; Terry talks about his conversation with Cleveland slugging great Rocky Colavito, 89, and Rocky's stories of going from the Bronx to Cleveland; The Guardians are nursing some injuries among their prospects; Terry has feelings on drafting high school pitchers; More emails from fans about notable athletes they played against in their younger days; The Browns have fired special teams coach Mike Priefer: Why that was the right move at the right time; Kevin Stefanski has lots of hires to make this offseason; And this week's Hey, Terry question about when Terry heads to spring training and which players he's looking forward to seeing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Who should play in the Browns’ final preseason game Saturday against the Bears? And how much should they play? Why it was good that Browns guard Joel Bitonio clarified his “Cleveland against the world” comments from after the preseason game in Jacksonville; Should the Browns have a player-run practice like the Lions did earlier this week? Terry on why young pitchers on the Guardians staff should learn from history and take a multiyear extension when it’s offered; We discuss the Guardians’ most indispensable underrated player: Steven Kwan or Emmanuel Clase; Where Kwan stands in the race for AL Rookie of the Year; Terry answers a question about whether the Browns are bringing in players who are more reserved and businesslike, or if it’s just happening that way; And Terry shares thoughts on this week’s Faith & You column about why bad memories are so vivid to us, and good memories have to be assembled – and how we can work to make good memories more a part of our daily lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The demise of the Choco Taco; What Terry’s expecting to see as the Browns start 2022 training camp; Can the Browns rely on Anthony Schwartz? Why it’s about time we’re seeing more Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt in the backfield together; Terry sits behind Roger Goodell’s desk and we think about how the commissioner might handle the Watson ruling when it comes down; Why Oakland A’s catcher Sean Murphy is a perfect fit for the Guardians; What Terry thinks about Pittsburgh outfielder Bryan Reynolds being on the Guardians’ radar; Will Franmil Reyes be a Guardian on Aug. 3? How about Shane Bieber? Amed Rosario? Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which is about the “Dark Night of the Soul”; and Terry answers questions about why the 2022 Browns are $48 million under the salary cap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: What does it mean that Deshaun Watson didn't practice outside with the Browns on Monday? If Watson can't go, Terry has ideas on who the starting QB should be; What it might mean that the Cavs' Evan Mobley is watching film of the Heat's Bam Adabayo; The chances that Donovan Mitchell eventually signs an extension with Cavs are .... Terry's story about playing pickup basketball with Steve Kerr, and Kerr eventually buying Terry lunch; Why Terry believes the Guardians front office had an off year in 2023; Questions we would ask Guardians manager candidates; and questions we think the manager should ask the Guardians. And we read more of your responses to our 100th podcast episode, where Terry asked fans to let us know where they live, and why they love Cleveland sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Don't forget: Email us your favorite 2024 Cleveland sports moments, and your Cleveland sports predictions for 2025. Send them to sports@cleveland.com; The Cavs are 21-4 and on pace to potentially surpass their best season record (66-16 in 2008-09) with 68-69 wins; Will casual Cleveland shift their focus to the Cavs? They should; Evan Mobley is taking off. Here's what Terry is seeing; Donovan Mitchell's numbers are down, and that's good; How is Kevin Stefanski dealing with this 3-10 season; Jameis Winston: A listener asks if he brings back memories of former Browns QB Vinny Testaverde; Shane Bieber's new Guardians contract -- the right move for both sides? A follow-up on postseason shares for the Guardians and other teams Some listener emails on our discussion last week about the OSU vs. Michigan game, and whether the college pass-interference penalty should become a spot foul, like the NFL, instead of just 15 yards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from this week's podcast with Terry Pluto and host David Campbell: 00:00 Introduction and Super Bowl Plans 02:41 Browns News: Ken Dorsey's Introductory Press Conference 03:10 Firing of Offensive Coordinators 05:21 The Role of Coordinators in Football 06:07 Value of Scripted Plays 07:31 Influence of Offensive Coordinators 08:18 Deshaun Watson's Preference for Scripted Plays 09:38 Pre-Snap Shifts and Motion in Offense 11:32 Effect of Eye Candy on Defense 12:12 Concerns about Deshaun Watson's Performance 13:41 Impact of Firing Coordinators on Head Coaches 15:14 Joe Flacco's Market Value 16:33 Backup Quarterback Options for the Browns 19:10 The Role of Offensive Coordinators in Turnovers 20:10 Players' Responsibility for Turnovers 22:23 Loss of Bill Callahan and Compensation 25:52 Interview Process for Coaches 29:11 Dine Drink CLE Podcast: Check it out 29:58 Cavs' Turnaround and Sustainable Success 34:24 Cavs' Chemistry and Playing for Each Other 38:01 JB Bickerstaff's Coaching Style and Messaging 40:02 Donovan Mitchell's MVP Candidacy 41:06 Cavs' Lack of National Recognition 42:09 Cavs' Potential for National Attention 43:16 Cavs' Future and Trade Deadline 44:12 Bobby Witt Jr.'s Contract with the Royals 45:31 Implications for the Guardians 47:32 Long-Term Contracts in Baseball 49:42 Fan Letters and Cleveland Sports Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from this week's podcast with Terry Pluto and host David Campbell: Why it was a good idea for Deshaun Watson to meet with reporters at minicamp, though it probably won’t change anything; Whether Terry thinks Baker Mayfield will be starting for the Carolina Panthers against the Browns on opening weekend of the NFL season; Why Terry says Myles Garrett should have visited the Hall of Fame with his teammates Wednesday; What’s up with the short practices Kevin Stefanski is running at minicamp this week? Should Jose Ramirez be the AL MVP frontrunner? Oddsmakers have him fourth right now; Why the “Jose Hustle” should become a thing; What kind of deal Collin Sexton should be expecting heading into the 2022 season; Terry shares some of the stories from this weekend’s Faith & You column, where readers send in some of their fondest Father’s Day memories; And Terry answers some Hey, Terry questions about whether the Browns would retire Phil Dawson’s number; and how Oscar Gonzalez almost got away from the Guardians over the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s show, featuring cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell:   The Browns’ “Paying of the Guards,” as they locked up Wyatt Teller and Joel Bitonio to new deals this week; and why Ray Farmer should get a tip of the hat; Terry weighs in on what the signings mean, if anything, for extensions for QB Baker Mayfield and DB Denzel Ward; How will the Browns attack the Patriots defense on Sunday if they are without Nick Chubb, Demetric Felton and Kareem Hunt; Why this another “biggest game of the year” for the Browns against the Patriots; How impressive the Cavs have been with their 7-4 record, which is better than Milwaukee, the Lakers and Portland, to name a few; The Cavs’ upcoming homestand and how they’ll weather being without Collin Sexton, Kevin Love and Lauri Markkanen; Terry on whether Evan Mobley is special and a transformative player; Terry gives his early impressions of the Cleveland State men’s basketball team, which played at BYU on Tuesday night and has its home opener Saturday against Ohio; We discuss Terry’s Faith & You column this week, which is about counting your blessings and appreciating that even when you have it bad, there are people who have it worse than you do; And Terry answers some “Hey, Terry!” questions from fans and a “Terry’s Trivia” question about Wyatt Teller. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terry’s thoughts on how the Cavs can weather the storm with another key injury, this time a high ankle sprain for Lauri Markkanen; Why Kevin Love is kind of like Andrew Miller on the 2016 Cleveland Indians; How Isaac Okoro and Lamar Stevens have been giving the Cavs exactly what they need; Terry on why fans should watch Wednesday night’s Cavs game against the Bucks for a preview of what playoff defenses could look like for Darius Garland; Why the NFL playoff games over the weekend are just another reminder that the Browns need to get their place-kicking straight; The Pluto Overtime Proposal: How Terry would fix the NFL’s overtime rules; Why it’s a good idea for Baker Mayfield to go on a social-media blackout; Major League Baseball and the players need to settle this labor disagreement fast, for the good of the game; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for the week, about trying to make up for “lost time” in a relationship (hint: it requires being humble and not trying to make the rules); Fans have Hey, Terry! questions on Mitch Trubisky maybe coming home to Cleveland; and if these Cavs are reminiscent of the Mike Fratello-era Cavs; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia on the Browns’ all-time leading scorers – a list where kickers shine. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will talk at the Willoughby Hills Library on Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. He'll take questions, sign books and meet fans. The Cavs are entering some rarified air when it comes to winning streaks to start an NBA season; Frogs and "Cavalanches"; What does tonight's showdown vs. the Celtics mean in the big picture? A reader email about Ty Jerome and his history at the University of Virginia; Why the Cavs are answering some questions Terry had about the construction of the Cavs' lineup; Georges Niang and "connectors"; The Cavs' stars rank low in the NBA when it comes to minutes played. How low might surprise you; While the Browns went all-in on Deshaun Watson, the Steelers have elevated their QB play on the cheap, and it's working; Time to worry about Dustin Hopkins as the future kicker of the Browns? A listener asks: Is Carson Wentz worth a look as a backup? Another listener says it's time to end the "Dolans are cheap" narrative and appreciate the Guardians; Terry on Regina Brett's new book; and his upcoming Faith & You column about "The Empty Chair." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this debut episode of the "Terry's Talkin'" podcast, cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto talks Cleveland sports with host David Campbell. In today's episode: Terry gives his impression of the Browns' offense, defense and special teams now that the preseason is over, and what position group he thinks has an embarrassment of riches; We get into the story behind the Cavs' trade of Larry Nance Jr., and how it was something Nance and agent Mark Bartlestein were hoping could happen so he could play on a winner; We discuss how the Indians might not be competing for a playoff spot, but they are "winning" the 2021 season as they renovate everything from top to bottom in anticipation of a big year in 2022; Terry talks about experiences he's had with retail and food-service employees, and how we can make a difference by putting ourselves in their shoes when we're waiting for service. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will be at the Willoughby Hills Library on Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. He'll take questions, sign books and meet fans. It’s free; The Cavs are 12-0 and entering some elite company when it comes to winning streaks to start an NBA season. We have the list; The story of Ty Jerome and why he's come out of nowhere for this Cavs team; Donovan Mitchell's usage numbers and minutes numbers and what they mean for the future; Remembering the late Gerry Faust, who went from Cincinnati Moeller High School football coach, to head coach at Notre Dame, to head coach for the Akron Zips. Reading between the lines of Andrew Berry's bye-week press conference; Retracing the steps of the Browns' trade for Deshaun Watson, and what it means for the future of this regime; A listener email about whether the Browns are the worst pro sports team since 1999; It's baseball awards season: Should a reliever like Emmanuel Clase be considered for the Cy Young Award? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from this week’s podcast with host David Campbell and Terry Pluto, columnist for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer: ·      Why Terry is OK with David Njoku’s new four-year, $56.750 million deal that makes him the NFL’s fifth-highest-paid tight end; ·      Will Kevin Stefanski move the Browns offense away from so many three-tight-end formations? ·      Why Oscar Gonzalez is a breath of fresh air in the Guardians outfield; ·      How excited should fans be about Gonzalez, anyway? ·     Terry’s take on Luke Walton returning to Cleveland to work on J.B. Bickerstaff’s coaching staff; ·     Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, including a story of a stuffed Snoopy, and Rocky Colavito’s advice making a difference; ·     Terry answers some Hey Terry! questions, including one on whether the Browns might want to bring back Joe Haden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this week's edition of Terry's Talkin', featuring Plain Dealer/cleveland.com columnist Terry Pluto and host David Campbell. On this week's episode: The improbable journey of former Indian and fan favorite Jerry Dybzinski; and Terry recalls his days playing against him; How the Browns beat the Texans, even though they haven’t found a defensive identity yet; Why Terry thinks Rashard Higgins can make a difference for the next few weeks while Jarvis Landry is sidelined; Which prospects are catching Terry’s eye and could be wearing a Cleveland Guardians uniform the next couple of years; With Cavaliers media day approaching Monday, what does the future hold for Kevin Love? Why Ben Simmons, who may have played his last game for the 76ers, probably isn’t coming to the Cavs; The importance of realizing that sometimes it’s OK to not say something; And a Jerry Dybzinski-related trivia question to wrap up the show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will be speaking at the Rodman Library in Alliance on June 27 at 6:30 p.m. It’s free The Guardians will be debuting another top-100 pitching prospect on Wednesday night; Is this a lost season for Triston McKenzie after another injury? Inside the surge of Josh Naylor, who's tearing it up at the plate (and on the bases); A listener argues that Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland are doomed to the fate of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum in Portland, and that the Cavs should move Mitchell as soon as possible; What Deshaun Watson's honest assessment of 2022 tells us about 2023; Which Browns player can have a breakout season this fall; Why the Browns haven't made a play for Kareem Hunt or Ezekiel Elliott this offseason; Some reader feedback on League Park, the old old home of Cleveland major league baseball; and on Terry's recent tribute column to Jimmy Cannon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Guardians are doing anything but crumbling, as Elvis Andrus and the White Sox are finding out; How the Guardians are doing this, and the pressure they put on opponents; Terry on how Myles Straw found “it” again; What the Guardians should do with Amed Rosario, who has one year left on his contract; Forget breaking down the playoffs, just enjoy the ride with the Guardians; Which two coordinators might feel their seats get red-hot during Thursday night’s Browns vs. Steelers game; Why the Browns are like DirecTV; Can players please stop telling the fans how to feel? Terry weighs in on why the Cavs could be the NBA’s version of the Guardians; Terry shares his Faith & You column for this week, about why sometimes the most aggravating person in our lives can be the one staring back at us in the mirror; And we answer some Hey, Terry! questions about whether the Cavs would deal Kevin Love and/or Caris LeVert; how aggressive (or not) Cleveland sports media is; what it’s like to cover a game that ends as wildly as the last two Browns games have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: What Andrés Giménez's new contract extension means for the Guardians - and Amed Rosario? How the Guardians will weather the injury that might shelve Triston McKenzie for eight weeks; Terry's prediction for the 2023 Guardians and their season record; Appreciating the playoff-bound Cavs. who avoided the fate of many teams that spin their wheels in a rebuild; Who the Cavs should want in the first round: The Knicks or the Nets; Should Kevin Stefanski and Andrew Berry have an "ultimatum" to make the playoffs this season? Comparing this season's Cavs to the Daugherty-Nance-Price era; Which coach will win a championship first: J.B. Bickerstaff, Terry Francona, Kevin Stefanski? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry shares info on his upcoming library appearance. It's free; The Browns have a waiting list for season tickets. Given their losing past, why is that? Terry wants answers Why the Browns' coaching changes this offseason are a good thing; Who was behind all these coaching moves, anyway? Why new senior offensive assistant Bill Musgrave and special teams coach Bubba Ventrone can make a difference; Are the Cavs using Evan Mobley right? Cavs vs. Celtics preview: Twice vs. Boston, Twice vs. Miami in next five Terry’s take on the new rules Can the pitch clock "save" baseball? Terry's tweak to MLB's new rule about how many players have to be on each side of second base and in the infield; More listener emails about playing games vs. notable athletes; Terry discusses his Faith & You column from over the weekend about how cellphones have taken over our lives, and denies reports that he wants to go live in a cave; This week's Hey, Terry! questions about the Cavs' bench scoring; and whether the Browns' lack of special teams talent was behind Mike Priefer's dismissal;  And Terry's book recommendation for this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights:  What happened with Ohio State against Michigan on Saturday? Terry doesn't write a lot about OSU, but we spend a few minutes talking about the state of the Buckeye program and whether Ryan Day should be on the hot seat after another loss to the Wolverines. The Jameis Winston experience was on full display in Monday night's loss the Broncos. That's a good thing. Terry on why every passing week is a complete indictment of the Deshaun Watson situation with the Browns. Winston made history in more ways than one on Monday night; Time to sign Winston to a new contract? A listener suggests three years. Two little things that mattered during Monday night's game; Darius Garland is serious about answering the challenge to be a better defensive player; What can be done about NBA teams sitting their stars? Not much. Why agent Scott Boras should send the Guardians a thank you card after Matthew Boyd left the Guardians for a two-year deal with the Cubs. And a listener email about hanging out at the airport with the 1976-77 Cavaliers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Terry's Talking Podcast, David Campbell and Terry Pluto discuss the results of a listener survey, the NBA All-Star Game, the Cleveland Cavaliers' performance, the importance of Carlos Carrasco for the Cleveland Guardians, and the front office's approach to young players. The conversation covers the Guardians' offensive line and outfield situation, the team's history of changing starters on opening day, changes in the Browns' coaching staff, the upcoming NFL Combine and draft season, and letters from Cleveland sports fans. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:49 Listener Survey Results 06:03 Book Recommendation: "The Impeachment of Abraham Lincoln" 07:26 NBA All-Star Game Discussion 10:58 Cleveland Cavaliers Update 19:49 Discussion on Coaching and Perception of JB Bickerstaff 25:39 Cleveland Guardians Spring Training and Importance of Carlos Carrasco 34:26 Front Office's Approach to Young Players 38:08 Guardians' Outfield Situation 39:07 Guardians' History of Changing Starters on Opening Day 40:37 Changes in the Browns' Coaching Staff 41:18 Discussion on the NFL Combine and Draft Season 49:02 Letters from Cleveland Sports Fans 55:57 Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: An abandoned bid to play a song on the accordion; The odd circumstances behind Deshaun Watson's absence from Sunday's loss to the Ravens; The Browns could have made things much easier for Dorian Thompson-Robinson on Sunday in his first NFL start; Did the Browns' overconfidence and belief in DTR get the best of them? Are the Ravens going to win the division? How about the "Chubb special"; Terry's weekly, drama-free Browns Kicker Report; Terry discusses what he saw at the Guardians' season-ending press conference on Tuesday; Why it makes sense that Sandy Alomar doesn't want the manager job; We toss out some names that are under consideration to take Terry Francona's seat; Terry talks about Cavs Media Day on Monday, and what he thought about what went down there; Why Evan Mobley is the player the Cavs think can make the difference in 2023-24; We asked listeners to write in and tell us where they live, and why they're a Cleveland sports fan. We have received nearly four dozen, and this week's come from Portland, Oregon; Charleston, S.C., and Cambridge, U.K. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights of this week's Terry's Talkin' with host David Campbell and Terry Pluto, columnist for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer: Why the Browns are anything but “comfortable” with the newest Deshaun Watson revelations; What Terry thinks about the Browns excusing Baker Mayfield from next week’s mandatory minicamp; Can Emmanuel Clase be the next All-Star-caliber closer for the Cleveland baseball franchise? Why Terry thinks the Guardians’ Andres Gimenez will be an All-Star in his own right; Do the Cavs need a “pest” on their roster – a player who can get under opponents’ skin the way Draymond Green does for the Golden State Warriors? And if so, who might that be? What the Cavs might do with Collin Sexton this offseason, and the idea of offering him a two-year deal instead of a one-year; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, which is about a child who loses a parent to a drug overdose and how they can cope with the loss; And Terry answers some Hey, Terry questions from fans about Odell Beckham Jr. and a possible return to Cleveland; how the Browns might use David Njoku in the 2022 offense; and what Browns position group is the most concerning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Thoughts on the Guardians' 4-1 start; When it it time to start worrying about Josh Bell, who has started 1 for 17 at the plate; Two interesting numbers from the Guardians' first five games; What we've seen from Mike Zunino, and what to expect; Why Terry loves the pitch clock and shorter MLB games; Why the Cavs need to "get slow" against the Knicks and can't get rushed when they play them in the playoffs, as happened in their loss a few days ago; What the Cavs can learn from the Michael Jordan-era Bulls; Which of the Browns' free-agent signings is the best; This week's Hey, Terry questions, one of which is about the Cavs 18-21 road record and whether it's a cause for concern in the playoffs; and a new idea for defensive penalties when the ball is close to the goal line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Email us your opening day memories from years of Cleveland baseball gone by. We'd love to hear your stories at sports@cleveland.com. Just put "Terry's Talkin' " in the subject line; Why Terry is concerned about the 2025 Guardians; We break down the 25-man (soon to be 26-man) roster for opening day; Was Monday night's lineup a dress rehearsal for what we'll see from the Guardians in Thursday's opener at Kansas City? And will the Jose Ramirez experiment at No. 2 in the batting order happen? We each pick a pitcher and a position player we thing could break out in 2025; The list of free-agent QBs available for the Browns is dwindling. We reset the field; A listener email about whether Shedeur Sanders would fit the Browns; The Cavs have not been good in March. Does it matter? Terry discusses the passing of his "mom," Melva Hardison, earlier this month at age 99, and about what grief can do to us; And a listener email about Terry's library appearances and whether they are recorded. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The top Christmas songs of all time, and what’s at the top of Terry’s list; Why Terry would make the Cavs’ trade for Donovan Mitchell in a second if he had to do it today; Why the Cavs got Mitchell at exactly the right time; Why the deal has worked so well; The Cavs’ physical defense vs. the Jazz on Monday night, and what it means going forward; What Terry wants to see from the Cavs on Wednesday at home vs. the Bucks and on Friday at home vs. the Raptors; What impressed Terry about Deshaun Watson in Saturday’s Browns win over the Ravens; The defense held Baltimore to three points – did that change Terry’s view on Browns defensive coordinator Joe Woods? Why Mike Zunino has a good chance to return to form after his surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome; Terry makes his 2023 Guardians opening day lineup; Thoughts on Andres Gimenez playing shortstop in the World Baseball Classic; This week’s Hey, Terry questions on the Cavs’ bench; Caris LeVert; and a family issue at Christmas; And this week’s book recommendation from Terry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry's impressions from Browns training camp at The Greenbrier in West Virginia; Why the Haslams are being patient and not "drawing a line in the sand" with expectations; Nick Chubb: The NFL's great underrated player; Bubba Ventrone and Terry talked kickers: Here's what he said; A sleeper Browns player to watch in preseason; A listener question about whether Andrew Berry's front office is in need of a revamp; Is Terry feeling better, worse or the same than a week ago about the Guardians' division chances? The market or Amed Rosario and what might happen if the Guardians do trade him; Who's the next shortstop candidate; "SpongeBob held hostage" ... the saga continues; Why James Karinchak should get called up; What MLB's next rule change should be ... and Terry creates two new stats that could help fix the problem; and Terry has an author recommendation for this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Breaking down Donovan Mitchell’s franchise-record 71-point night vs. the Bulls; How Mitchell did it (and how Terry suggested it last week); Terry’s stories about Wilt Chamberlain, president of the 70-point club; Why Wilt hated to talk about his 100-point game; What Michael Jordan game vs. the Cavs Terry was reminded of after seeing Mitchell’s performance (it’s not The Shot); How Brad Daugherty figured into Monday night’s game; How many minutes should Mitchell play on Wednesday night vs. the Suns? How Terry is feeling about the up-and-down Browns; Why Terry says the Browns still should move on from Joe Woods; Martin Emerson Jr.: The Browns’ best cornerback Terry on this week’s Faith & You column about a big purple car and what we should watch out for when we think we’re getting a “good deal.” This week’s Hey, Terry questions on whether the NFL change the way it records interceptions; and the return of the second-base runner in extra innings in MLB in 2023; And we talk some book recommendations again this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: What Terry thought of Cavs vs. Celtics Game 4; What these playoffs have done for Darius Garland J.B. Bickerstaff: Is his job safe? And if not, who could replace him? The refs and whether the Cavs got what they deserved; What this all means for Donovan Mitchell and his Cleveland future; What message LeBron James was trying to send by attending Game 4; Why the Guardians love creating chaos; Why Emmanuel Clase looks different this year; The Browns games Terry is most excited to see. The schedule comes out Wednesday. Terry talks graduation speeches; and our listener letters about catching foul balls, and other adventures at the ballpark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: What's with the Guardians' struggling offense; Is Oscar Gonzalez destined to be a one-year wonder? Why Andrés Giménez is struggling too; How the Guardians should handle the catching chores and Mike Zunino; What the Cavs can learn from the Miami Heat; What Donovan Mitchell gave the Cavs, and didn't give them; The "sneaky" Browns draft pick Terry is eager to see; Can Luke Wypler contribute despite being a later-round pick? This week's Hey, Terry! questions on Emmanuel Clase's velocity and the Cavs' regular-season intensity; and the Guardians TV situation with Bally Sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Why Kevin Stefanski deserves credit for the surprising 8-5 Browns; The fun vibe between the fans, the team, Joe Flacco and the Browns defense; Is Myles Garrett being held all the time, as he said after the win over Jacksonville? Who's the Browns' best cornerback right now? Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins; Why the Cavs' loss to Orlando on Monday night was odd on a couple of levels; Terry on why Guardians fans shouldn't expect the team's No. 1 overall pick in MLB Draft 2024 to make a huge immediate impact; Terry's recollections of former Indians standout Vic Davalillo, who passed away in Venezuela last week; Why the Guardians' move to bring in Austin Hedges was smart; The new NCAA president has made a proposal on how schools could pay athletes: Here's what Terry thinks it should mean for mid-major schools; Two emails this week as we continue to share stories from fans around the world on why they're a Cleveland sports fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Remembering John Adams, Cleveland’s baseball drummer and “the heartbeat of the ballpark”; Terry shares some of the moments he spent with Adams, and thoughts on what the Guardians might want to do to consider Adams’ legacy; The demise of Bally’s Sports network and what it means for the Guardians and Cavs; Why the Bally’s financial woes could be the opportunity MLB needs to improve its visibility and compete for fans with the NBA and NFL; What we learned about the Cavs in Tuesday’s loss to Miami and what Terry thinks they need to do differently; Are the Cavs good, or are fans expecting too much too soon? The Bengals showed Browns fans that finding weird ways to lose happen to other teams, too; We spend too much time talking about the Pro Bowl and why it doesn’t mean much anymore; Send us your emails about notable people you played sports against, to sports@cleveland.com; This week’s Hey, Terry! question on what legendary Cleveland sports talker Pete Franklin would have been like in today’s media landscape; and would Browns fans trade Kevin Stefanski for any other coach in the AFC North. And Terry promotes an upcoming library appearance next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Browns' 29-24 win over the Ravens will long be remembered as a celebration of the life of Jim Donovan, the late voice of the Browns; Listener emails about what Jim Donovan meant to Browns fans everywhere; On the football front, what we learned Sunday about Jameis Winston, the Browns offense, and Deshaun Watson; Terry goes into the numbers for Watson, and those who've taken his place as Browns starters; The offensive line play Sunday; What will the Browns' approach be with Deshaun Watson next season? Has their patience run out? Emails about the Browns' future stadium and how muddled the entire situation is right now; A "cloud rant" about teams allowing Hail Mary passes, after the Bears' epic fail on Sunday vs. the Commanders; Why Terry is encouraged by what he's seeing from the 4-0 Cavs; Some numbers that show Kenny Atkinson is delivering what he planned; Donovan Mitchell, "hype man," calls out Darius Garland detractors; Some numbers that show what the Cavs want to do this season; Memorable home runs in Cleveland baseball playoff history; Our final "foul ball memory" email from a listener; And Terry asks for some listener stories about people who have died and how the person's fandom and personality were reflected in the memorial services. (Listen and you'll get it.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Joe Flacco, “The Faith Multiplier”; The Browns' most important game of the year so far was ....; Flacco's numbers are amazing, even to Johnny Manziel; Why Joe Flacco is like former Cavs Nate Thurmond; Two things that speak to what this Kevin Stefanski-coached Browns team is all about; The Terry Weekly Kicker Update: On a scale of 1-10, how worried is Terry this week about Dustin Hopkins' hamstring injury? Remembering the incredible life of late Browns QB Frank Ryan, who passed away at age 87 on New Year's Day; Terry on why the Cavs have "no interest" in trading Donovan Mitchell anytime soon; What Jarrett Allen means to the Cavs, by the numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why the Guardians can recover from this rough stretch and challenge in the AL Central; Terry on Myles Straw’s struggles, and why Will Brennan is an option for the Guardians in the outfield; What the Browns and the the Tennessee Titans have in common, and what Terry thinks it says about the Browns’ approach with Baker Mayfield and Deshaun Watson; Why the Cavs’ signing of Darius Garland was the right move; And why Terry thinks the Cavs have been smart with their signings of Ricky Rubio, Raul Neto and Robin Lopez; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this weekend, about caregivers, the struggles they face, and the meaningful moments that can come from it all; This week’s Hey, Terry questions from fans, about restaurants in Kansas City; why the Guardians can’t find a better-hitting catcher; and whether Collin Sexton will be on the Cavs’ roster in 2022-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Larry Dolan's undeniable legacy in Cleveland. Why the Cavs aren't liked in Las Vegas to win the NBA title. Ty Jerome has done more than impress this season -- he's made himself a lot of money. A listener joins the bandwagon, says fans should enjoy the current success without overthinking it. The complicated world of trading Myles Garrett (which the Browns say they won't do anyway). Terry has been nominated for the prestigious Red Smith Award. Something Andrew Berry said Tuesday that doesn't bode well for the 2025 Browns. A listener honors late Brown Ernie Kellermann and his textbook tackling technique. The Yankees have lifted their long-standing ban on beards. Terry's take on instant replay for balls and strikes in baseball. The Guardians have some starting-pitching for the upcoming season, something they struggled with in 2024. And some listener stories about a funeral tribute; and some encounters with notable Cleveland sports figures, including Terry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will be signing books, including his new "The Guy With the Sign," at The Learned Owl in Hudson, Thursday night, 6-7 p.m. Did Kevin Stefanski pass the ball too much in the loss to the Broncos? We debate about whether the Pierre Strong Jr. fumbled reverse was a bad play; The players who are letting the Browns down the most right now; Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins; Why the Browns should be in this playoff race till the end; What Terry would talk to Donovan Mitchell about after two off games in a row; Are the Cavs going to be OK? Is the Guardians’ pitching staff better or worse than it was two weeks ago? Shane Bieber's prospects of being on the Guardians at the start of the 2024 season; This week's listener letters about players selling insurance; and Florida ties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Browns are 4-2: Are we any closer to knowing when Deshaun Watson will be back at 100%? The amazing Myles Garrett; and the almost as amazing Dustin Hopkins, as Terry gives his Weekly Kicker Update; A quick look at the Browns offensive tackles; A listener question on whether the Browns defense is good enough to carry it deep into the playoffs; We get into the shallow pool of free-agent outfielders available to the Guardians; What's the Guardians' best hope to bring in an ourfielder with some pop this offseason? A listener question about why Jose Ramirez needs protection in the lineup, but Josh Naylor doesn't; and a question about whether we'd choose Steven Kwan or Josh Naylor if the Guardians could only keep both long term; Terry previews his upcoming column on why NBA teams chase free agents; And we make our 2023-24 Cavs season predictions; This week's fan letters about Cleveland sports fandom come to us from Arizona, and Belgium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for this week’s edition of the Terry’s Talkin’ podcast with cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell. Highlights: A skunk, a roadrunner and “the Dibber”; What the Browns’ win over the Bucs means; Can David Njoku become the Browns’ version of Travis Kelce? What Terry wants to see from Deshaun Watson in Sunday’s game vs. the Texans; Jacoby Brissett’s Browns legacy; The Cavs at the quarter-pole are on pace to win 50-plus games -- how they’ve done it; Why it’s OK that Isaac Okoro hasn’t been making shots; Do the Cavs have enough shooting on the roster? Terry’s take on the Guardians’ best catching duo for 2023 after Luke Maile leaves in free agency; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which includes tips about how to survive the holidays; Have the Browns won the Baker Mayfield trade with the Panthers? A question about whether Phil Dawson would ever coach with the Browns; A fan’s “most sentimental” list of Browns quarterbacks and Brissett’s place on it. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Bet must win. Ends 11/20/23 @ 11:59pm ET. Stepped Up SGP: 1 Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Min $1 bet. Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet +100 odds or longer. 10+ leg req. for 100% boost. Ends 1/8/23 @ 8pm ET. See eligibility & terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Browns' ownership acknowledges a significant misstep with Deshaun Watson. Fans often feel powerless in holding ownership accountable for decisions. The current Browns regime is taking a more measured approach to team building. A listener writes in, and says the Browns' decisions should be made with caution, considering the team's history of misses. Kenny Pickett, a rookie and Joe Flacco: A good Browns QB room? A listener puts together Kirk Cousins' Cleveland visit and a potential trade. The good and bad of the Guardians' season so far. Tristan McKenzie is adapting to a bullpen role after a rocky start. Let's go inside the 26 pitches he threw Monday night. Luis Ortiz's struggles raise concerns about how long the Guardians can keep him in the rotation. Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson was smart to challenge his team over the weekend. Cleveland State men's basketball has lost coach Daniyal Robinson. Here's what it means for the Vikings, and 3 names who might be next. Terry shares an idea about helping people in a nursing home deal with the loss of a long-time community member and providing some closure. Listener stories about their most memorable Cleveland MLB opening days, including one fan who wrote in from Japan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry is in Goodyear, Arizona, and has his early impressions of the Guardians; It may be Amed Rosario’s final season in Cleveland – why he shouldn’t be underappreciated; Terry’s pick for the young player to start the season as the utility player is ….. What’s the future hold for Zach Plesac? After Terry’s wife, Roberta, called it on Steven Kwan, she has honed in on her 2023 prospect to watch; Is it time to worry about the Cavs’ bench for the playoffs? The Browns are building inside-out in free agency so far. How they’re doing; What position the Browns should target next in free agency; This week’s Hey, Terry questions, including who’d you rather have: Baker Mayfield or Jacoby Brissett? Terry’s book recommendation for the week -- a perfect one for March Madness; And why you should watch Season 3 of Ted Lasso tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Why Terry thinks the Browns agree with him on Travis Hunter as a their top draft pick. Andrew Berry was more candid than usual in the predraft press conference. The history of quarterbacks drafted at number two shows a mixed success rate. The Browns need to avoid forced picks in the draft. Why Joe Flacco's signing signifies a shift away from the Watson era. How Hunter could provide immediate help in multiple areas. A reader asks what it might take for the Browns to trade picks with the Saints at No. 9 overall. How to help Triston McKenzie get out of his funk. Myles Straw goes back to basics in Toronto, and it's working. Early comparison of Andres Gimenez vs. Luis Ortiz. Who be a better first-round opponent for the Cavs: Miami or Atlanta? And some listener emails about a long-ago Cleveland home opener; and sneaking a radio in to hear a game, and getting caught. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s new episode of Terry’s Talkin’, cleveland.com’s podcast featuring cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell:   Terry weighs in on why it was the right call to sit Baker Mayfield and start Case Keenum for Thursday night’s game against the Broncos; Why the Steelers game on Oct. 31 is the one the Browns should aim to have players return for; What it could mean for Joe Woods and the defense if they continue to give up big passing plays; With the Cavs starting their season this week, Terry makes his prediction for what the team’s record will be; And we lay out the upcoming early-season five-game road trip that could leave the young roster with some questions about how good they can be. Terry discusses his “Faith & You” column for this week, about when people realize their parents are aging and roles are reversed; And he answers your Hey, Terry! questions about whether Kevin Stefanski should continue to call the offensive plays, and other topics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Getting into “goblin mode”; What looked off with Deshaun Watson’s debut on Sunday; And what a successful outing would look like against the Bengals this Sunday; The Browns’ defense and special teams had their best day of the season in Houston – what it means; What’s next for Baker Mayfield; What’s behind the NBA’s crackdown on traveling, and what’s wrong with it; How to feel about LeBron James as he returned to Cleveland to face the Cavs once again; Weighing the Guardians’ options for trades and free agency in the wake of the Winter Meetings – Sean Murphy? Bryan Reynolds? Christian Vazquez? After Emmanuel Clase and Andres Gimenez make the All-MLB Team, first and second team, respectively, which Guardians player might we see on that list next year? Terry on this week’s Faith & You column about longtime Fox 8 personality Wayne Dawson; And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions on the Cavs’ success with undrafted free agents; and did David Njoku make a catch with his “off” hand to beat the Bucs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Terry’s Talkin’ podcast with cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell. On this week’s podcast, Terry talks Guardians, Browns and Cavs, as well as his Faith & You column for the weekend. Highlights: Terry weighs in on MLB’s rules about catchers blocking the plate, and why Tuesday night’s controversial play doesn’t capture the intent of the rule at all; Why Terry Francona was right to leave the dugout and confront the umpires late in Tuesday’s loss, and why that move could pay off down the final stretch; What to know about Tony LaRussa and the White Sox as the Guardians prepare for a three-game set with them at Progressive Field this weekend. First place could be on the line; Terry’s thoughts on the delay and the settlement talks going on in the Deshaun Watson disciplinary process. Is it hindering the Browns’ preparations for the season opener? Why Terry thinks Watson should start and play a lot in the Browns’ final two preseason games; Will Anthony Schwartz pan out as one of Andrew Berry’s draft picks? LeBron James has signed a two-year extension with the Lakers with a player option for the third year. Terry weighs in on whether it’s good he’s not returning to the Cavs; And Terry shares thoughts on this week’s Faith & You column about the “daily stupid,” those annoying, draining moments and how we can deal with them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: More phrases we would like to see disappear from the sports landscape; In praise of Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland after Cavs win Game 5 vs. Orlando; How concerned should Cavs fans be about Jarrett Allen's rib injury? Who's in favor and who's riding the bench for the rest of the series; The best Cavs player defensively vs. Paulo Banchero is ...; Terry on whether LeBron James will return to the Cavs after he turns down his Lakers option for next season; A reader asks: Why does it make sense to pitch Emmanuel Clase in a tie game on the road?  What it suggests that the Browns didn't make any trades during NFL Draft 2024; Taking stock of the Browns running backs; Terry is seeking your stories about moms and mom figures for Mother's Day. You can email them to TerryPlutoInsiders@cleveland.com; And we read two more listener stories about how they got a foul ball at a baseball game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a three-year, $150.3 million Cavs extension that includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. We break it down; Koby Altman's gamble pays off; With Mitchell in the fold, here's the trade Terry thinks the Cavs need to make this offseason; The national media, again, gets it wrong about the Cavs; Where Mitchell's deal in 2025-26 will rank compared to other NBA stars; Would this extension have happened if J.B. Bickerstaff were still the coach? Highlights from Kenny Atkinson's introductory Cavs press conference on Monday; Local athletes get drafted: Akron's Enrique Freeman, CSU's Tristan Enaruna, and Westlake's AJ Spellacy; Why Terry is worried about the Guardians' starting pitching; Two lists led by Deshaun Watson -- one being a list he doesn't want to top; The biggest contracts in Cleveland sports history, ranked; More stories of fan foul balls, and one "fowl" ball story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will appear Thursday, Aug. 29 at the Niles McKinley Library at 6 p.m. to meet fans and sign books. The library is at 40 N. Main Street, Niles, Ohio. What is going on with the Guardians? The offensive numbers for the Guardians after the All-Star break are not pretty; Where the Guardians hitters rank in MLB in pitches drawn per plate appearance -- lower than you'd think; What it means that Chase DeLauter has moved up to AAA Columbus; A listener asks for a state of the union on Guardians catching prospects; Who should pitch for Cleveland vs. the Yankees on Wednesday; Deshaun Watson needs to play plenty of snaps in the preseason finale Saturday at Seattle. Here's why; 3 new rules that every NFL team should follow, immediately; Terry's Faith & You column this week about the pros and cons of giving money to relatives or friends; And this week's emails from fans with a couple of foul ball stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  Terry shares his thoughts on the trade of Russell Wilson to Denver, the Packers keeping Aaron Rodgers, and what Matt Ryan’s age and contract mean for the Browns this offseason; After Darius Garland went for a career-high 41 points to go with 13 assists in Tuesday’s win over the Pacers, Terry talks about Cavs he’s seen take over games, and which Cavs guards he’s reminded of when he watches Garland; Terry discusses what Rajon Rondo’s return from injury might mean to the rotation; After David Njoku was franchised by the Browns, Terry talks about what he thinks the future holds for him; After Calvin Ridley’s suspension by the NFL, we consider whether players be allowed to bet on their own sport; Terry talks about the Case Western Reserve men’s basketball team, which has made the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Division III Tournament; Sports are an important pastime for people who are caretakers or are shut in, something Terry highlights in his Faith & You column this week; We answer a Hey, Terry! question about whether Kevin Stefanski is the right coach for the Browns right now; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia, about the Browns and the franchise tag. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Terry doesn’t think the Browns should make the trade for Deshaun Watson: What fans are saying about the pros and cons of the proposed trade, both off the field and on it; Terry’s thoughts on Baker Mayfield’s letter to Cleveland on Tuesday night; Have the Browns painted themselves into a corner with their quarterback situation? Why they have, and haven’t; Can the Cavaliers hold onto the sixth spot in the East? Terry on why Lauri Markkanen is underrated and worth so much more to the Cavs than his long-range shooting; How J.B. Bickerstaff is holding the ship together for the injury-plagued Cavaliers; Terry shares his insights on the surprising Akron Zips basketball team, which will take on UCLA in March Madness, and the unlikely story of MAC Tournament MVP Enrique Freeman; Terry answers a couple of Hey, Terry! questions on the Guardians’ name change, and their TV contract with Bally’s; And a Terry’s Trivia question about Amari Cooper and one of his high school teammates. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Browns’ trade for Deshaun Watson, and how the team may address the anger and disappointment of fans who disapprove of the move because of sexual assault allegations against him; Why the Browns basically let Watson and the Texans write their own terms of the deal; What’s next for Baker Mayfield after he went from being the Browns’ starter to apparently a quarterback without a home; Should the Browns try to bring back Jarvis Landry, Jadeveon Clowney and …. Odell Beckham Jr.? What the Cavs need to learn from Monday night’s loss to LeBron James and the Lakers; Terry on what the Guardians need to do to solve their corner-outfield problems; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia question about the NBA/ABA list of the top 10 career scoring leaders. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terry talks about what he’s seen at Guardians spring training in Goodyear, Arizona; Josh Naylor’s impressive recovery from a gruesome injury; Why 5,000 tickets for the Guardians home opener were still available as of last week, and what it might say about how fans think about the franchise; Terry shares his takeaways from last Friday’s Deshaun Watson introductory press conference with the Browns; What might the NFL do with Deshaun Watson and his suspension in 2022? Terry’s thoughts on how the Baker Mayfield situation might resolve itself, and when the Browns might be able to swing a trade; Terry discusses his “Faith & You” column for this weekend, about people who bring “You Owe Me” baggage to a relationship, and how it relates to his childhood dog, Pepper.  Terry answers some “Hey, Terry” questions from fans about whether a Browns trade to Carolina for Christian McCaffrey would make sense; and whether the Guardians should trade Jose Ramirez sooner than later to maximize the return. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terry talks about why the $150 contract extension agreed to by the Guardians and third baseman Jose Ramirez was important, both short and long term; Terry shares the story of how Cleveland scouted and found Ramirez when he was a teenager; and how a donkey is involved; Why this season will be such a different experience for Guardians manager Terry Francona; Terry makes his prediction on how many games the Guardians will win; they open their season Thursday at Kansas City; We discuss why the Browns’ trade for receiver Amari Cooper looks better with every passing day; Terry talks about the Browns re-signing of kicker Chase McLaughlin and what he’d like to see going forward; Terry on why this Cavs season has been a plus in every way possible, even as they limp toward the end of the regular season; What the Cavs can do to get out of their injury-caused funk; Terry’s thoughts on new Cleveland State basketball coach Daniyal Robinson; Should the Browns play Baker Mayfield as their starter for any games where Deshaun Watson is suspended by the NFL? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We break down the Cavaliers’ 115-108 loss to Brooklyn on Tuesday night in an Eastern Conference play-in game Terry talks bout how he’d like to see the Cavs use Kevin Love in Friday’s do-or-die home play-in game against either Atlanta or Charlotte; Why Terry thinks the Cavs can win Friday even if Jarrett Allen isn’t able to come back from his finger injury and play; We discuss the amazing Steven Kwan, and how the Guardians outfielder has made history while making an impact at the No. 2 spot in the lineup; Terry shares his thoughts on the terrible timing of Baker Mayfield, who went on a podcast and had some things to say about how he’s been treated by the Browns; Terry discusses a recent Arizona hike and why it made him think of Easter, and forgiveness; We answer some Hey, Terry! questions about the Guardians’ payroll; and why you shouldn’t say the Browns have given up three first-rounders for Deshaun Watson; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia, about Steven Kwan’s high school and some other notable alumni who went there. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

·      Are the Browns better? And if so, how much? ·      What Terry would do if he was on the clock Friday night for the Browns; ·      What the Guardians are doing to elevate their farm system, which is ranked 12th in MLB by Baseball America and MLB.com; ·      Players Guardians fans should keep an eye on as the team moves into May and the (hopefully) warmer weather; ·      What the Cavaliers missed out on by failing to win a play-in game, and what J.B. Bickerstaff could have done differently against Atlanta; ·      Why the Cavs need to find a veteran point guard this offseason, and two names who could be on their list; ·      What the Cavs should do with Collin Sexton, and how that approach could work out for everyone involved; ·      Terry previews this weekend’s Faith & You column, where he calls Indians legend Rocky Colavito for advice on what to do when you have a friend who is dying; ·      A Hey, Terry! question about a draft deal the Browns might be able to swing to find a player, and send Baker Mayfield out of town; ·      And Terry has a Terry’s Trivia question about three coaches who worked for the San Diego ABA franchise, two of whom would come to Cleveland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights for this week's podcast: What Terry thought about comments by Browns GM Andrew Berry at the NFL Combine on Baker Mayfield and other offseason decisions; Why Terry thinks the Browns should seek a pass rusher with the 13th pick in the first round; $8 million could be an important number for the Browns; Terry explains why; Is tight end David Njoku worth the $10 million-plus he’s expected to draw on a new contract? Terry on why a slow tempo is the Cavaliers’ best friend; Why it’s fine that Darius Garland participated in All-Star Weekend, even though he’s sidelined with a back injury now; What it is Terry likes about the Cavs’ Junkyard Dog Award; Terry discusses the red-hot Kent State men’s basketball team, which will be one of the favorites at next week’s Mid-American Conference Tournament in Cleveland; Some Hey, Terry! questions on who would make the decision if Kevin Stefanski ends up not calling plays in 2022; and whether Baker Mayfield is the right in Cleveland going forward; And this week’s “Terry’s Trivia,” about the Cavs’ franchise top-10 list for most blocks in a season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Guardians have had a hot start to the season, with their bullpen playing a key role in their success. Jose Ramirez sure is something. Stephen Vogt has shown strong managerial skills and has a knack for interviews. There is a debate about the increase in Tommy John surgeries, with the Players Association blaming the pitch clock and MLB pointing to velocity and spin rates as the main factors. Evidence suggests that the pitch clock has not had a significant impact on injuries, and other factors like velocity and spin rates may be more influential. The emphasis on throwing harder and increasing spin rates may be contributing to the increase in injuries among pitchers in baseball. The Cavaliers' recent struggles and player injuries are a cause for concern, and it remains to be seen if they can regain their form in time for the playoffs. Playing a game in Brazil may not be ideal for the Cleveland Browns due to the additional travel and potential distractions during the season. Navigating family drama requires setting boundaries and recognizing when involvement may not be helpful or productive. And this week's foul ball stories from listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry’s thoughts on the Browns’ hiring of Jim Schwartz to be their new defensive coordinator; A quick discussion of the “Wide 9” scheme and why it could be huge for Myles Garrett; What will change, and which kinds of players will Schwartz need to run his defense? What we learned about the Browns’ potential approach to roster building because of their Schwartz hiring; What we learned about the Cavs from Monday’s MLK Day win over the Pelicans; Is Darius Garland starting to ‘play chess’ on the basketball court? How he can find the balance between “hunting” and “distributing”; Where Donovan Mitchell ranks on Terry’s all-time list of Cavaliers; Why the upcoming renovations to Progressive Field will be a good thing for the Guardians; And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions on the Browns’ performance in close games; and Jose Ramirez’s career goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing challenges due to injuries, particularly Donovan Mitchell's knee injury, which is impacting the team's performance. Darius Garland is struggling with breaking double teams and going to the basket, which is affecting his scoring and the team's offense. Evan Mobley and Max Strus: underrated players on the Cavaliers' roster. The women's Final Four in Cleveland is generating excitement, with standout players like Caitlin Clark and Paige Buecker drawing attention. The women's game is gaining popularity, and the players' longer college careers are contributing to the growth of storylines and rivalries. The Cleveland Guardians had a strong start, with solid performances from players like Andres Gimenez and the bullpen. Pitchers Hunter Gaddis and Cade Smith are showing promise in the bullpen. The bullpen remains a concern. The Browns' best move of the offseason so far. What area the Browns should look to build up in the NFL Draft. Fans share stories of catching foul balls at games, highlighting memorable experiences and missed opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darius Garland says the Cavs consider themselves one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. Are they? Speaking of Garland, he’s putting up some impressive numbers; how will he adjust when the league begins to adjust to him? Terry’s thoughts on The Mayfield Matrix, and which of the five options for the Browns and Baker Mayfield he would pursue; Baker Mayfield’s surgery and what to expect next; Terry presents some Pro Football Focus numbers on just how good the Browns’ young defensive backs were in 2021; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which is about worrying and how we can plan more, so that we worry less; Terry addresses questions on why the Tennessee Titans are so good; and whether Kevin Stefanski is fiery enough to lead the Browns; And some Terry’s Trivia on the Cavs’ all-time leading rebounders. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HIghlights: More pet peeves in sports broadcasting. The Guardians have been performing well, with the bullpen, Stephen Kwan and Tyler Freeman leading the way. Francisco Lindor has struggled with the New York Mets, raising questions about the impact of playing in a high-pressure market. Evan Mobley's growth and development. The upcoming NFL draft and the "Deshaun Watson Tariff." Darius Garland's inconsistency and what it means for the Cavs. Terry's Faith & You column and near-death experiences. More listener foul ball stories. Terry recommends his book 'Vintage Cavs' for some good playoff reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights:   The Browns lost to the Raiders amid a COVID outbreak; did the coaches maximize the talent they had available? Why the Raiders looked like the more desperate team; How some “conservative creativity” could have helped the Browns; How tough it’s been for the Browns to score points in the fourth quarter, and what that shortcoming is doing to their season; Why all is not lost for the Browns given their tiebreakers vs. AFC North opponents; What we know about the Cavs coming off their own COVID outbreak; Why J.B. Bickerstaff of the Cavs should be in the conversation for NBA Coach of the Year; What a potential sale of some of the Guardians ownership to David Blitzer means, both on and off the field; Terry talks about his Faith & You column for this weekend, about a special moment he and his father had in a Waffle House restaurant on Christmas night. And Terry answers fan questions on Cedi Osman, Phil Dawson and why the Browns played a “prevent defense” at game’s end vs. the Raiders. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: How are the Guardians doing this? The Guardians bullpen is in some elite historical company; What to know about Angel Martinez; Steven Kwan, his pursuit of .400 and what's different this year; Bring back Mike Clevinger: yes or no? Why Kenny Atkinson could be the right fit for the Cavs; Why his second time as a head coach should be better than the first; The draft prospects, and a draft comparison, for Akron forward Enrique Freeman; Was J.B. Bickerstaff taking a shot at Jarrett Allen in an interview with Sirius XM? Do the Browns have the third-best roster in the NFL? Terry's Book of the Week pick; More listener foul ball stories, and Mudcat Grant comes through. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Should the Cavs make a deal? And if so, who? J.B. Bickerstaff says the Cavs’ rotation isn’t going to get longer. Who Terry sees as being in and out; Should Myles Garrett have been a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year? And why new Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz can help him make it next season; Comparing and contrasting the rookie seasons of Phil Dawson and Cade York; Terry retells the story of Dawson’s kicking tryout with the Steelers; Why Guardians manager Terry Francona is one of a kind, both on and off the field; What Terry learned at last weekend’s Guards Fest; Why “imposter syndrome” was a thing with some members of the Guardians; Terry shares the response he got to his recent Faith & You column on former Cleveland pitcher Jim “Mudcat” Grant. And this week’s Hey, Terry! questions, about whether the Browns can make the Super Bowl with Schwartz making a difference on defense; and what Neal Huntington’s role is with the Guardians these days.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Terry’s Talkin’ podcast with cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell.  Highlights: A dome in Cleveland? Terry says some fans are big on the idea. We break it down; Why the cold-weather Browns got beat by the dome-home New Orleans Saints on Christmas Eve; Were the Browns out-toughed by New Orleans on their home field? Why the Browns’ offensive approach looked disconnected from the weather realities of the game; What Kevin Stefanski and Deshaun Watson should learn from the loss; What’s the deal with Myles Garrett? J.B. Bickerstaff’s message after the Cavs lost to the Nets and what it means; How Donovan Mitchell can get back on track after a couple of tough shooting performances; Should Kyrie’s number be retired? Kevin Love says yes; Why Guardians fans should be encouraged about Myles Straw’s offensive outlook for 2023; A Hey, Terry! question about Dick Schafrath and his Hall of Fame chances; And Terry’s book recommendation for this week.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Check out Terry's new book, "The Guy with the Sign, And Other Thoughts on Faith in Everyday Life" at www.terryplutobook.com; How are the Browns 7-3? What we saw from DTR on Sunday, and what we'd like to see next; Is Kevin Stefanski the NFL's most underappreciated coach right now? Stefanski: The "Nice Belichick"; How Myles Garrett is different this season; Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins; Why Cavs rookie Craig Porter Jr. is so important right now;  What the Cavs can do to get Darius Garland to shake his turnover habit; Why we think the NBA's In-Season Tournament is silly; Inside the Guardians' dealing of Cal Quantrill, and what Bally Sports has to do with it; Better late than never, some thoughts from the Stephen Vogt Guardians press conference; Thanksgiving thankfulness; and this week's two listener letters, one from Minneapolis, and one from Slovenia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry talks about what he saw in Goodyear at Guardians spring training; What Shane Bieber pitched through last season - it may surprise you; Why Triston McKenzie and Myles Straw are different this year; A Guardians pitcher to watch in the minors this season; Are the Cavs underrated? Evan Mobley: Why he's getting better and better; The final letters from podcast listeners about their times playing against notable athletes; Was it smart for the Browns to bring back Joshua Dobbs? Bringing back OBJ is a bad idea, Terry says; We grade the Browns in free agency so far; This week's Hey, Terry! question on the padded "Guardian caps" and concussions, and Terry's idea for an experiment in the NFL; And Terry's book recommendation for this week, which has a Wyoming twist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Kevin Stefanski, Marty Schottenheimer and winning in Cleveland; Why it's been so love-hate with Cleveland fans and Stefanski during his years in Cleveland; A listener email on why the Browns are just more plain fun now; Kevin Stefanski made a big push Monday for Myles Garrett as Defensive Player of the Year: Good move? The current odds on Garrett to win the award; We predicted 10 Browns wins before the season; are they going to win 10, or more? Which playoff opponent would be the best matchup for the Browns; Terry's Weekly Kicker Update; How Cavs fans should feel about the injuries to Darius Garland and Evan Mobley; Can some kind of positive arise from having both out of the lineup? What Donovan Mitchell and Michael Jordan have in common; And two more listener letters from fans telling us why they're Cleveland sports fans, and where they live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Go figure: Weights are falling out of walleye; We got some response from our question from two weeks ago about which Cleveland pro team is closest to winning a championship; Terry’s Guardians vs. Rays preview; The Guardians and Rays are living in the land of the big-payroll teams by making the playoffs again; How Terry Francona’s performance this season ranks among top recent coaching/managing jobs for Cleveland teams; We dissect the Browns’ loss to the Falcons, and why going for it on fourth and goal from the 3 was not the right move, vs. Atlanta, anyway; Are the Browns holding Cade York back? Terry weighs in on who’ll be the Cavs’ starting small forward on opening night; Terry shares his experience writing about John Adams, and the story about how Adams began banging the drum in the bleachers at Indians games decades ago; Terry on the 1961 season and Roger Maris, whose AL home run record has been broken by the Yankees’ Aaron Judge; And we answer some Hey, Terry! questions on Clay Matthews Jr.; why there are hardly any knuckleball pitchers anymore; and Jose Ramirez’s Hall of Fame track going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto and host David Campbell talk Cleveland sports. On this week's show:   Terry on why it’s OK if Baker Mayfield is a good quarterback but not an elite one; What can be done to help Mayfield and Odell Beckham Jr. connect more, especially when the game hangs in the balance; Why Evan Mobley reminds him of former Cavs Larry Nance Sr. and Hot Rod Williams; Terry answers Hey, Terry! questions from fans on the Guardians’ Logan Allen (not Logan T. Allen) and Eli Morgan next spring; and whether there will be an MLB work stoppage heading into the 2022 season. Terry discusses his upcoming Faith & You column about hiking, finding remnants of abandoned old houses and what it represented to him. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Buckeyes' national championship, and what it says about Ryan Day, the team and Buckeye fans; What we can learn from Ohio State in the best and worst of times; Jim Tressel and how he set the stage for what came next in Columbus; Will Howard has earned newfound respect nationally, and in the eyes of some NFL teams; What the Browns and Buckeyes didn't have in common this season: clean execution; The Browns just went through their "Michigan loss." So what happens next? What new coordinator Tommy Rees will bring to the Browns offense in 2025; Joe Flacco or Kirk Cousins? A listener proposes a Browns-Jaguars trade involving Trevor Lawrence; One stat Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson is paying attention to right now; Do the Cavs need to make a deal by the Feb. 6 trade deadline? Is the Guardians roster better or worse than it was in 2024? The six-man pitching rotation is becoming a trend; why it could become the standard in MLB; Two listeners share their stories about funerals and tributes to sports fans who passed away; And Terry's book recommendation for this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Guardians fell 6 games behind the Twins on Monday night with a 20-6 loss. Terry has thoughts with what was the deal with Lucas Giolito; Terry's take on what he's seeing from up-and-comers Gabriel Arias and Bo Naylor; Are Chris Antonetti and Mike Chernoff regretting any of the deals they made at the deadline and wishing they'd given this team more of a chance to win the division? Some Terry's Talkin' fan questions on Myles Straw's future in center field; whether Josh Bell is producing again because he's a "National League" hitter; and what the Guardians are getting from Kole Calhoun; Was it right for Deshaun Watson to predict "fireworks" when the Browns open the season against the Bengals on Sunday; Why the Browns should be like "sparklers" on Sunday; Terry talks about new Browns special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone and what things will look like under his direction; We pick our X-factors for the season -- players who aren't headliners but could make the difference in the Browns being good or bad; Our 2023 Browns season predictions; and Terry shares his thoughts on Jimmy Buffett, who passed away over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: A Tom Brady joke; The “relentlessly resilient” Guardians and what they have to do against the Yankees; What the wild-card walkoff win over the Rays meant; Who’s the most to blame for the Browns’ terrible run defense? After a “five-alarm fire” response in Berea the last few days, we discuss new additions Deion Jones and Tyeler Davison and whether they can make a difference; The Browns unleashed Cade York, and he missed two big field goals. Is he going to be OK? And what can we learn about it from Phil Dawson? What Terry thinks of the new-look Donovan Mitchell Cavaliers; Caris LeVert and the never-ending small forward saga; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column about why we want to be “People Pleasers,” and how we can find ways to take care of others and ourselves; And we discuss this week’s Hey, Terry! questions about fans booing, and why Terry Francona’s teams always seem to win more as the season goes along.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry's take on Tarik Skubal of the Tigers, and Emmanuel Clase as the Guardians and Detroit continue their AL Division Series; The Guardians' midseason acquisitions might be the best in baseball, as we've seen so fare in the ALDS; The unexpected defensive skills of Jhonkensy Noel;  What Terry thinks of Terry Francona taking over as manager of the Cincinnati Reds; Making a lineup: David Fry or Kyle Manzardo? Austin Hedges or Bo Naylor? Can the Guardians find a way to break Skubal's rhythm if there is a Game 5 Saturday? What the Browns will do with Deshaun Watson; and what they should do; Jayden Daniels was what the Browns thought they were getting when they made the Watson trade; Who was to blame for Deshaun Watson's 7 sacks on Sunday vs. the Commanders; Terry's breakdown of the Browns' presnap penalties; A series of plays that showed everything going wrong with the Browns offense right now; Remembering the one-of-a-kind Dan Coughlin; What we're most curious about the Cavs and new coach Kenny Atkinson as preseason games begin; And a listener letter from Kenya. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry reflects on the nostalgia and significance of opening day in baseball. The Guardians' ballpark experience is designed to appeal to both traditional and modern fans. Why Terry is sold on Travis Hunter as the No. 2 overall pick to the Browns. A reader asks why Will Howard isn't generating more draft buzz. Terry gets into Kenny Pickett's stats and compares them to two other QBs who made the most of another chance with another team. Panic check: A listener asks how much panic Terry has for various parts of the Guardians after their slow start. Inside Emmanuel Clase's struggles and what's different in 2025. Terry is recognized for his sports commentary. A listener asks if the Evan Mobley-Kevin Durant comparisons are fitting. Inside Cleveland State's hiring of new men's basketball coach Rob Summers. Listener story about sneaking a radio into school to listen to the 1975 Indians home opener with Frank Robinson's debut as manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An appreciation of Emmanuel Clase’s performance in Tuesday night’s MLB All-Star Game, where he struck out three straight National League batters and almost had an “immaculate inning” – three strikeouts on nine pitches; Terry discusses the deal that brought Andrews Gimenez to the Guardians, and why it’s working; What Terry is looking for in the second half of the Guardians season, and how he sees the outfield coming together; Terry shares some insights on his three-part series on Browns play-by-play announcer Jim Donovan, who is entering his 24th season with the team. What’s it like to be Kevin Stefanski these days? And how is Stefanski going to have to continue to evolve as a head coach? Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, which is about Lake Erie sunsets; And we address this week’s “Hey, Terry!” questions, about whether the Browns can get any of their draft picks back if Deshaun Watson is suspended for a long time; and why we’re seeing Amed Rosario’s name on trade speculation lists as the MLB trade deadline approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry on the identity of these 2023 Browns; The Browns' dominant defense by the numbers; A coverage chart that tells just how improved the defense is; Why the motto 'Best in the World' matters to the Browns defense; Some shoutouts to Browns who deserve it after Sunday; Terry's weekly Browns Kicker Report; Why the Guardians' managerial opening might be the best in MLB right now; Why are the Cavs saying so many nice things about rookie Emoni Bates? A few words about the passing of former Cavs coach Brendan Malone; And two more emails from listeners about where they live and why they're a Cleveland sports fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Browns have shaken up their offensive coaching staff: Terry's take Why stability does not equal continuity; Do these changes mean Kevin Stefanski won't call plays in 2024; Is Myles Garrett a leader? And if not, is that OK? Who can be the new on-field leader of the Browns' defense; Why the Browns didn't "show up" against the Texans, and how they can fix it; Why talking about "trading Deshaun Watson" is a waste of time; Are the Browns too even-keeled? Can Deshaun Watson be a "faith multiplier" next season? The final Terry Weekly Kicker Update of the season; What critics of J.B. Bickerstaff should know about the Cavs coach; Whether not having Darius Garland and Evan Mobley will make the Cavs better in the long run; Why it all starts with defense for the Cavs; The Guardians, Cavs and Bally Sports: There's a lot we don't know; Terry on the Guardians' top outfield prospect; The Guardians' biggest offseason move so far; Terry on this week's Faith & You column on helping someone with Alzheimer's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discuss the Guardians having Wednesday’s game canceled because of positive COVID tests for Terry Francona and DeMarlo Hale; What Josh Naylor brings to the Guardians, besides a big bat and clutch hits; and which former Cleveland players brought the same kind of juice; Which player Terry thinks is No. 2 on his Guardians MVP ballot right now, behind Jose Ramirez; Fact or fiction: Part of the reason the Browns can’t move Baker Mayfield is because the rest of the NFL is holding Deshaun Watson’s guaranteed contract against them; We clarify a change in the NFL’s CBA about who’ll be making the decision on Watson’s discipline from the league; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for the weekend, which is about why it’s impossible to fix someone else’s life they don’t want it fixed; Terry’s take on a fan question about whether avoiding an “awkward situation” with Baker Mayfield is worth not playing him and potentially missing the playoffs; And we finish with some discussion about which pieces of Cleveland sports memorabilia we’d most like to own if money was not an object. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Listeners really don't like the sports cliche "running downhill"; Congratulations to cleveland.com and Plain Dealer reporter Paul Hoynes on being a finalist for the Baseball Writers Association of America Lifetime Achievement Award; The shortstop position: What should the Guardians do with it? Matthew Boyd needs to be called up now; The trade deadline is approaching: money capital vs. talent capital; Terry's take on Evan Mobley's contract extension; One Cavs player who impressed, one who didn't at NBA Summer League; This podcast was taped before Amari Cooper reported to camp, but we discussed why his presence at training camp is crucial for the Browns to develop chemistry and timing with Deshaun Watson; Who'll end up calling plays for the offense? Why Olympic bronze medalists are happier than silver medalists: what a study suggested; Listeners share stories of autographs and foul balls, including a brush with Nolan Ryan; Terry recommends the book 'Back Channel' by Stephen L. Carter, a novel based on the Cuban Missile Crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry runs through the Guardians' five all-stars and tells the story behind each; Some stats on Josh Naylor and his maturation as a hitter; A listener has a comparison for David Fry and his breakout season; Who Terry thinks the Guardians will take No. 1 overall in the MLB Draft on Sunday; Will Darius Garland's game need to start looking like Steph Curry's for the Cavs offense to work? How the Cavs took a page out of the Browns playbook with their hires for Kenny Atkinson's staff; Terry talks about his Faith & You column this upcoming weekend: Why sports matters, and why it doesn't; And some more foul ball stories from listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Why José Ramírez seems to be so inspired this season; A Hall of Famer comparison for Ramírez; Tyler Freeman's rise at the top of the Guardians order; A fast-rising Guardians prospect to watch; Stephen Vogt's "special formula"; What the Guardians should do with Josh Naylor this offseason; How Cavs fans should feel about Donovan Mitchell; The mystery of Jarrett Allen's rib injury was solved; Deshaun Watson: the 23rd-best QB in the NFL? Remembering D-Day as its 80th anniversary approaches, and appreciating Ernie Pyle and what he brought to journalism and history; And two more foul ball stories from listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Have we ever seen anything like Joe Flacco and the 10-5 Browns? Why Terry is "Wacko for Flacco" Amari Cooper: The Browns' best receiver since they returned in 1999; The "Terry Weekly Kicker Update" becomes the "Weekly Worried Kicker Update" after Dustin Hopkins pulls a hamstring; Should kickers try to stop returners from running for touchdowns, or is it too risky? What the Cavs are doing more of since they lost Evan Mobley to injury; A listener asks: Is Jarrett Allen going to reach his potential? Terry's Take on the Guardians trading Cody Morris for outfielder Estevan Florial; What Guardians prospect is most excited to see in 2024; and this week's listener emails about where they live and why they are Cleveland sports fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Myles Garrett's contract situation reflects the complexities of NFL negotiations. The Joe Flacco Option is still available for the Browns. Why Kenny Pickett is a better fit for the Browns than Dorian Thompson Robinson. Chris Fedor's story on Darius Garland is emerging as a clutch player in critical moments. Darius Garland's season is remarkable, especially given his past injuries. Donovan Mitchell's leadership is setting the Cavs up for playoff success. What makes a great 'closer' in the NBA. A listener asks: How would a 2025 title compare to the 2016 Cavs championship? The Guardians still facing questions at second base and in right field. And spring training memories of Hi Corbett Field in Arizona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Why Caris LeVert fits on the Cavs, and just not because of his stats; Why Terry disagrees with Cavs fans who think they have too many guards on the roster; What J.B. Bickerstaff means when he says the Cavs “don’t want to disappoint each other;” What Browns fans are feeling as they watch the Bengals in the Super Bowl; As discussed in this week’s cleveland.com series “Earning Their Stripes,” we talk about why the Browns aren’t that far away, they just need to upgrade at “point-scoring” positions; What Cleveland fans can learn from the Rams when it comes to needing first-round draft picks to win big; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which deals with how we tend to lash out and turn negative when bad things happen in our lives – and how we can deal with that; We answer some Hey, Terry! questions on Bill Fitch; a fan’s proposal that the Browns trade Baker Mayfield for a quality kicker; and what Caris LeVert’s arrival means for Collin Sexton’s future; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia, about the two Cavs coaches who have been named NBA Coach of the Year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry's new book, "The Guy With the Sign," is out. Here's where you can get it. Did the Guardians get the right manager in Stephen Vogt? What he brings to the franchise despite only being 39 and never having been a manager; Why Craig Counsell didn't end up in Cleveland; Catchers seem to make good managers: Why is that? Terry on why the Ravens are going to be tough nut for the Browns to crack; Is David Njoku the Browns' No. 2 receiver? We look at whether Kevin Stefanski is underappreciated with this 5-3 record after all the injuries; Terry's Weekly Kicker Update on Dustin Hopkins; What Terry is looking for from the Cavs as they embark on a trip out west; The late Bob Knight, and what we can learn from him about grudges and how long we hold them; And two more listener letters about why they are Cleveland sports fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Note: This podcast was taped Monday right before reports surfaced that Jimmy Garoppolo and the 49ers had agreed to terms on a new contract. Highlights: Terry talks about memories of Cleveland-Yankees games of past years, in the wake of a nearly flawless Mickey Mantle rookie baseball card being sold recently for a record $12.6 million at auction. Who would have thought a Guardians-Orioles midweek series in August would have important playoff ramifications? What adjustments can the Guardians make entering this homestand, if any? What to do about Myles Straw’s struggles at the plate; Are the Guardians and MLB hurting themselves by restricting how many of their games are available for fans to watch on TV? How concerned Terry is about the Browns given what he’s seen in the preseason; Why Josh Dobbs shouldn’t start, but what he could do to make some key contributions; How excited Terry thinks Browns fans should be about rookie kicker Cade York (answer: very); Fan Thomas Shaw sends in his interesting proposal for a Jimmy Garoppolo trade for the Browns; And a fan points out how much the Guardians lineup has turned over since Mike Clevinger was pitching for Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry discusses his hiking trip to western Maryland and the Appalachian Trail; Are the Cavs playing arrogant basketball? J.B. Bickerstaff said they are after Wednesday night’s loss at Sacramento; What Bickerstaff can do to help the team find its defensive identity; The Dolphins are loaded on offense – what the Browns have to do on Sunday to come out of Miami with a win; Terry’s take on Nick Chubb, and whether he is the best running back on the planet, as Derrick Henry said this week; Why Terry sees a lot of Jim Brown in Nick Chubb; The World Series TV ratings were underwhelming again – what can baseball to make more people watch? Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, about meeting “Marty the Robot” at a grocery store; And we discuss two Hey, Terry! questions about Guardians attendance; and how much money the team made from its four home playoff games. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Bet must win. Ends 11/20/23 @ 11:59pm ET. Stepped Up SGP: 1 Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Min $1 bet. Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet +100 odds or longer. 10+ leg req. for 100% boost. Ends 1/8/23 @ 8pm ET. See eligibility & terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry Pluto and David Campbell discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff season, the Guardians' recent success, and the impressive performance of second baseman Andrés Giménez. They also touch on the importance of team culture and the impact of key players on the field. Terry also gets into the Guardians' search for outfielders in the draft, and Nick Chubb's contract with the Browns. And they also share some listener letters and foul ball stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights Dorian Thompson Robinson is starting for the Browns against the Bengals. The Browns' options in 'distressed quarterbacks' for next season. Dorian Thompson Robinson needs to prove he can stay healthy and effective. The Browns need some explosive offensive players, even if Nick Chubb returns. Penalties, especially pre-snap, have been a major issue for the Browns. Here's why they should have known about what happened vs. the Chiefs. Myles Garrett, leader. The numbers behind Evan Mobley's breakout season so far. Fan reaction, and Terry's to the Guardians' Andrés Giménez deal. Who plays second base for the Guardians now? A listener email about Josh and Bo Naylor and their Cleveland futures. Stephen Kwan: Cornerstone? What should Ohio State do with Ryan Day if the Buckeyes lose to Tennessee on Saturday night? Appreciating Ford Frick Award winner Tom Hamilton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: On Tuesday, July 25 at 6 p.m., Terry will be speaking at the Ritter Library in Vermilion.  The Guardians at the break; The remarkable Naylor family -- on their way to becoming one of the most accomplished families in sports? Shane Bieber's funk and what it means for the Guardians, and his trade value; SpongeBob held hostage ... the saga continues; How Ralphy Valazquez is different from most of the other Guardians position players taken in the 2023 draft; Sam Merrill's summer league showings and his place on the Cavs roster; Victor Wembanyama first impressions; One reason Browns fans should feel good about 2023, and one reason they should be worried; Two books on Theodore Roosevelt and why they're worth reading; Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry has an appearance coming up on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the Dover Public Library in Dover, Ohio, at 6:30 p.m. You can sign up here. What Matthew Boyd and Alex Cobb have meant to the Guardians' pitching staff; What Alex Cobb's approach to his perfect game says about the Guardians; Kyle Manzardo's arrival; a potential nickname for him; and who's winning the Aaron Civale deal; Who should play center field? Lane Thomas or ...... Terry's report on No. 1 overall pick Travis Bazzana; The greatness of Jim Donovan; Browns 2024 season predictions; Some listener emails on foul balls from dad; a sports cliche; and a book suggestion for Terry to write. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry's series of columns on the state of the Cavs; Was the buyout of Kevin Love the wrong move? Why the bench needs an overhaul, and who might go; Evan Mobley:What his game should look like as he continues to develop; Breaking down the Browns draft; Browns go big but say it's not a change of approach, which makes Terry smile; Ferrari or dump truck? Which Browns players should be worried after the draft; Guardians pitching: Their approach and why it's working; Zach Plesac does what well? This week's Hey, Terry! question on Ted Stepien; And Terry's tribute to Gordon Lightfoot, who has passed away at age 84. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: News: Dean Wade is out at least a couple of weeks and probably more; A listener asks if the Cavs lost their way during their recent losing streak; What's in common between Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson and 1970s Baltimore Orioles manager Earl Weaver;  How many All-Stars should the Cavs have: 3 or 4? Terry has a name to toss into the ring as the Browns seek a veteran quarterback; Bill Musgrave has been elevated to Browns quarterbacks coach, and we have thoughts; Why Bills quarterback Josh Allen makes Terry think about Bernie Kosar; A listener says "no way" on Kirk Cousins for the Browns; Why Paul Sewald made sense for the Guardians to sign; Terry's thoughts on Stephen Vogt's sitdown with beat writers on Monday afternoon; Cleveland State's men's basketball team is on a roll, and it all comes back to culture; Terry's book recommendation for the week is one that's been out awhile, and it's by a famous author; A listener asks: Would European soccer-style relegation work in college sports? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices