The Daily Guards 6/19/26

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 07/10/26

Cleveland Guardians Hall of Famer Carlos Baerga joins the show to break down the state of this year's Guardians team and whether he believes Cleveland is still on the path to contention—or if they're becoming pretenders. Baerga shares his thoughts on what's gone wrong, what still gives him hope, and the moves he believes the front office must make before the MLB trade deadline to keep the Guardians in the postseason race. Plus, Cleveland Browns legend Josh Cribbs joins the show to preview the Browns' upcoming training camp, share his expectations for the 2026 season, and discuss whether Cleveland has what it takes to surprise people this year. He also weighs in on the Browns' quarterback competition, explains what he'll be watching throughout camp, and reflects on some of his favorite memories from his legendary career in Cleveland. Finally, senior NBA writer Sam Amico joins the show to discuss the latest buzz surrounding LeBron James' free agency and what he's hearing about the possibility of a return to Cleveland. He also weighs in on the rumors of LeBron potentially bringing Draymond Green with him, where the Cavaliers stack up in a wide-open Eastern Conference with and without James, and what the future could hold for the franchise as one of the biggest NBA storylines continues to unfold. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 07/09/26

Bruce Drennan and Matt Fontana continue the conversation surrounding LeBron James' free agency, debating whether Cleveland remains the frontrunner to bring the four-time NBA champion back home after weeks of speculation and rumors. Plus, Bruce reacts to Donovan Mitchell's contract extension with the Cavaliers, discussing what it means for the franchise's future and why it reinforces Mitchell's commitment to both the organization and the city of Cleveland. The duo also breaks down the Guardians' bullpen collapse that handed the Twins a pivotal series victory, leaving Cleveland squarely in the middle of a tightly contested three-team race atop the AL Central. Finally, Bruce and Matt discuss the Guardians' three All-Star selections—Travis Bazzana, Parker Messick, and Cade Smith—debate the biggest snubs from this year's Midsummer Classic, and react to legendary pitcher Justin Verlander's announcement that he will retire following the 2026 season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The Daily Guards 7/8/26

The Daily Guards Presented By @FanDuel Is LIVE! @Baerga99 Talks Cleveland’s Young All-Stars, Brayan Rocchio SNUBBED, Guards Ball BACK & So Much More! Hosted by Pat McGuire, The Daily Guards Presented by FanDuel is LIVE as former MLB All-Star Carlos Baerga joins the show to discuss the exciting future of the Cleveland Guardians. Carlos breaks down Cleveland’s young All-Stars, the impact of the team’s emerging talent, and why the Guardians continue to build a foundation capable of competing at the highest level. Plus, Pat and Carlos dive into the Brayan Rocchio All-Star snub, whether the young infielder deserved more recognition, and the latest stretch of Guardians baseball as the team looks to keep rolling. From the return of “Guards Ball” to the development of the next generation of stars, this episode brings plenty of insight from one of Cleveland’s baseball legends. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 07/08/26

Matt Fontana and Ryan Tyler break down the latest buzz surrounding LeBron James' free agency, including a new report from Shams Charania naming Cleveland, Philadelphia and Miami as the three teams still in the mix. Are the Cavaliers doing enough to convince LeBron to make one more run in Cleveland? Plus, the guys react to Donovan Mitchell's massive $273 million contract extension and discuss how locking up the franchise superstar could play a pivotal role in the Cavs' pursuit of bringing James back home. Also, the guys react to the latest NFL positional rankings, where Browns star cornerback Denzel Ward landed at No. 7 among all cornerbacks. Is that ranking fair, or should Ward be higher? Plus, newly acquired edge rusher Jared Verse was relegated to honorable mention after cracking the top 10 just one year ago. Did the voters get it wrong, or is the drop justified? Plus, the guys react to the Guardians' series-opening loss in Minnesota as Cleveland's offensive struggles continue to plague the lineup. What's behind the lack of run production, and how can the Guardians get things turned around? Finally, they celebrate Cleveland's three All-Star selections, as rookies Travis Bazzana and Parker Messick join closer Cade Smith in earning the honor, and discuss what the recognition says about the organization's bright future. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The BIGPLAY Cleveland Show 07/07/26

Donovan Mitchell is staying in Cleveland — but what does that mean for the future of the Cavaliers? Max Loeb, Chef Zae and Jack O'Rourke discuss Mitchell's reported extension, whether Cavs fans have been too hard on their superstar, and if this move changes Cleveland's chances in the LeBron James sweepstakes. Plus, former Browns first-round pick Phil Taylor joins the show to discuss Shedeur Sanders' potential ceiling as Cleveland's quarterback, what he believes the rookie can become, and the latest report that the Browns received significant salary cap relief through insurance policies related to Deshaun Watson's injuries. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]