How the Cleveland Guardians Compete Without Tanking; Tough Task Ahead to First Place vs. Twins

The Cleveland Guardians have a chance to get back into first place this weekend in Minnesota vs. the Twins as the White Sox just got swept by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Their success has continued despite never taking. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis talk about why the Guardians have never tanked and why that approach is preferable compared to the teams who have attempted this and failed. The show also previews the Twins series ahead and discusses why this won't be a cakewalk against their pitching and lineup. And we also address the concerns about Jose Ramirez and if his playing through pain and injury is hurting the Guardians currently more than helping, and if there really is another alternative at this point.

00:00 Guardians have a chance at first place if they put Orioles struggles behind them

04:17 Teams that have tanked haven't benefited

08:51 Baltimore Orioles' draft strategy critique

14:41 How the Guardians have competed without bottoming out

17:00 Challenges of building a winning team without high picks

25:38 Twins pitching is tough thanks to beating the Rays in trades

28:55 How badly is Jose still hurting and is it costing the team?

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