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Jeff Mount

Joined: Nov 2, 2012

I have been following Cleveland sports since the late 60's, which means I have sat through approximately six thousand losses, all of which were completely unexpected. When I am not punishing myself with sports I enjoy reading, cycling, and music.

Jul 19, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Guardians catcher Cam Gallagher (35) gestures to the dugout against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the third inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Is a catcher’s defense so important that offense is irrelevant for MLB teams?

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Sep 28, 2022; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout (27) celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Oakland Athletics during the fourth inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Teams entering Mike Trout sweepstakes should proceed with caution

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Aug 19, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) stands off the mound after giving up a two-run home run to Boston Red Sox catcher Connor Wong in the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Do they have to keep showing New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox on TV?

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Apr 26, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Colorado Rockies starting pitcher German Marquez (48) is looked at by a trainer on the mound before leaving the game during the fourth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Pitching with more finesse would keep MLB pitchers healthier

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Aug 22, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias (13) hits an RBI single during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians have options for lineup improvements in 2024

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May 6, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a Baltimore Orioles hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Baltimore Orioles: John Angelos should learn that silence is golden

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Jul 18, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes speaks a press conference before the Pirates play the Cleveland Guardians at PNC Park. Skenes was the Pirates first round pick and the overall number one pick in the 2023 MLB first year player draft. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Rewriting the MLB rules: Making a case for trading draft picks

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Jul 26, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Gavin Williams (63) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

A guide for Cleveland Guardians fans with eyes on 2024

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Aug 5, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (34) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Is there a role for Noah Syndergaard with Cleveland Guardians in 2024?

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LAS VEGAS, NV - FEBRUARY 10: A Welcome To Fabulous Las Vegas retail store at the entrance of the Venetian Hotel & Casino is viewed on February 10, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas will play host to the NFL's Super Bowl LVIII, taking place next year at the recently constructed Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)

5 reasons for MLB owners to vote no on Oakland A’s move to Las Vegas

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Jul 14, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Aaron Civale (43) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

After Aaron Civale trade, Cleveland Guardians are punting on 2023 season

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Jul 2, 2023; Oakland, California, USA; Chicago White Sox right fielder Clint Frazier (15) celebrates with center fielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) and left fielder Andrew Benintendi (23) after defeating the Oakland Athletics at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

MLB trade deadline: What comes next for Chicago White Sox?

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Jul 25, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Amed Rosario (1) throws to first base in the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Why there’s no reason for Cleveland Guardians to keep Amed Rosario

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Jun 20, 2023; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) runs out a fly ball against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Why trading Shohei Ohtani is the quickest path to contention for Los Angeles Angels

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May 27, 2023; Oakland, California, USA; Fans display signs in the outfield bleachers during the fourth inning of the game between the Houston Astros and the Oakland Athletics at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

Even with Las Vegas move, there is a bright side for Oakland A’s fans

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Apr 29, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Zach Plesac (34) is taken out of the game by manager Terry Francona (77) as they take on the Boston Red Sox in the fourth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Guardians following usual pattern of early-season stumbles

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