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José Ramírez chooses loyalty and legacy in Cleveland over big-market fame
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (791+ words) Jos" Ram'rez is staying in Cleveland, signing another long-term deal with the Guardians. The extension keeps the star third baseman with the team through the 2032 season, when he'll be 40. Ideastream Public Media's commentator Terry Pluto said that although he hadn't…...
Guardians banking on new wave of prospects this spring, led by DeLauter
2+ week, 2+ day ago (666+ words) The Guardians are hoping young hitters will improve an outfield that struggled last year. Ideastream Public Media's sports commentator Terry Pluto said more than a dozen outfield prospects are competing for a roster spot in Goodyear, Arizona. "In the offseason,…...
Cleveland's new men’s pro soccer team has a name. Say hello to Forest City Cleveland
1+ week, 3+ day ago (325+ words) Cleveland Soccer Group has unveiled the name for its new MLS NEXT Pro franchise which will be known as Forest City Cleveland when it takes the field in 2027. The organization decided on the name and branding after actively engaging with…...
DeWine calls for gambling law changes as MLB investigates two Cleveland pitchers
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (332+ words) Gov. Mike DeWine wants changes to Ohio's sports gambling laws following news of the investigation of two Cleveland Guardians pitchers for sports betting. DeWine wants the Ohio Casino Control Commission to remove what are known as prop bets from the…...
Pluto on Clase, Ortiz indictments and a 'sad day' for baseball: 'Those bets have to go"
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (670+ words) Guardians fans have waited months for a decision on two pitchers who were placed on leave in July. Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have now been indicted for allegedly taking bribes to throw certain pitches. Our sports commentator Terry Pluto…...
Cleveland pitchers charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (387+ words) Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been charged with taking bribes from sports bettors to intentionally throw certain types of pitches, including tossing balls instead of strikes to ensure successful bets. According to an indictment unsealed Sunday…...
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed a law legalizing sports betting. He now says he's opposed to it
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (1028+ words) If Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine could turn back time, he would not have signed the law that legalized sports betting in his state. With two Cleveland Guardians pitchers and an Ohio-born guard for the Miami Heat snared in separate betting-related…...
Tom Hamilton and Joe Tait; Cleveland legends follow similar paths to Hall of Fame honors
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (752+ words) Hamilton will be honored by the Baseball Hall of Fame this weekend with the Ford C. Frick award. It's hard to believe that Hamilton's 35-year career in Cleveland almost didn't happen. "He spent five year in two Wisconsin towns, Shell Lake…...
'Amazon' pitching factory somehow keeps Guardians in playoff chase
6+ mon, 3+ day ago (339+ words) The Cleveland Guardians have found a way to keep their postseason hopes alive in the final two weeks of the season, despite several losing streaks that had fans counting them out. Ideastream Public Media's sports commentator Terry Pluto said he…...
What's new at Progressive Field? Cleveland Guardians prioritize 'social experience' with renovations
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (418+ words) Cleveland Guardians games at Progressive Field aren't just for diehard fans. While some attendees stay in their seats to closely watch the action, others say they enjoy the socializing experience the ballpark provides. On Friday, the Guardians unveiled stadium renovations…...