Can the Cleveland Guardians' minor league prospects reshape the future of their lineup? The Guardians are evaluating potential trade assets and draft prospects to bolster their roster. This episode dives into the latest developments in the Guardians' farm system, spotlighting players like Travis Bazzana, Kahlil Watson, Alfonsin Rosario, and George Valera. Hosts Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis analyze the impact of these prospects, discuss the competitive trade market, and explore the potential of draft targets such as Andrew Fisher and Tyler Bremaner. They also touch on recent roster moves and the strategic direction of the team.

:00 Intro: Guardians lineup and prospects for 2025

5:37 Keith Law's prospect rankings and Travis Bazzana analysis

10:45 George Valera's status and Johnathan Rodriguez comparison

15:20 Limited trade partners for Guardians this season

20:59 Potential trade assets in Guardians' farm system

25:47 Draft prospects Andrew Fisher and Tyler Bremner for Guardians

30:17 More draft targets and evaluating hitting metrics

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Is winning the World Series the only measure of success for the New York Yankees, the Los Angeles Dodgers or really any team? This episode challenges that notion, exploring the idea that a "perfect season" in MLB might be more about providing fans with an exciting summer.

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The Cleveland Guardians used #GuardsBall to avoid a sweep at the hands of the Los Angeles Dodgers. How did the Guardians escape with a comeback win despite a messy situation? Will the Guardians also need to make an outfield move with an injury to Lane Thomas? Explore the latest updates on the Guardians' roster as they navigate injuries to Lane Thomas and Steven Kwan. The hosts dissect potential roster moves, including the possibility of calling up outfielders like CJ Kayfus, Chase DeLauter, Johnathan Rodriguez or Petey Halpin. The discussion also covers the ongoing challenges at second base, with Travis Bazzana and Juan Brito sidelined, and the strategic options available to the team.

0:00 Intro: Guardians get "guards ball" win vs Dodgers

5:00 Austin Hedges at-bats, bullpen performance analysis

10:51 Lane Thomas injury update, outfield options

15:54 Potential roster moves, outfielder callup candidates

20:40 Second base situation, middle infield depth issues

25:00 Trade possibilities, Juan Brito's potential return

30:54 Upcoming topics: farm system, draft updates, Angels series

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