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3 Cleveland Guardians to blame for crushing ALCS loss to Yankees

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1 year ago

October 20, 2024

3 Cleveland Guardians to blame for crushing ALCS loss to Yankees

The Cleveland Guardians had an outstanding season, all things considered. Sadly, it ended on Saturday night in Cleveland.

The New York Yankees once again overpowered their ALCS opponent. Two huge jacks proved to be the difference in the 10-inning game. The Guardians fought valiantly to keep their season alive but they couldn’t quite get there.

Even if the overall vibes from this season were positive, there are still fingers that can be pointed for it ending the way it did. Let’s look at the players and coaches most to blame for the loss.

The Guardians couldn’t have asked Tanner Bibee for much more through five innings. The 25-year-old starter had a shaky start, loading the bases in the first inning. He got out of that one unscathed though and went the rest of the way practically perfect.

Unfortunately, his stellar outing was undone by one meatball of a pitch, which Giancarlo Stanton predictably launched into the stratosphere to tie the game at 2-2 in the sixth inning. It was an unfortunate moment, but one that was potentially avoidable.

To put it simply, Stephen Vogt hung his young pitcher out to dry instead of protecting him from one of the hottest batters in the postseason. It was clear Bibee was starting to wane when he came back out for the sixth. He gave up two singles to start the inning. It was risky enough to let him face Aaron Judge. Letting him go up against Stanton was clearly a mistake.

Stanton had hit a home run in three of the four previous ALCS games. After inducing a double-play from Judge, Bibee needed one out. Intentionally walking Soto was an option there. Turning to the bullpen before the lead was erased was also on the table. Vogt didn’t make the decision that needed to be made and the Guardians paid for it.

Hunter Gaddis had a 1.57 ERA in the regular season. He had an ERA of 11.57 in his first three ALCS appearances. And in Game 5, he threw the pitch that effectively ended Cleveland’s season.

Neither Gaddis nor Emmanuel Clase were at their best in the ALCS. But after back-to-back rough outings, Clase did his job, getting out of the ninth inning with no runs allowed. If Gaddis had done the same in the 10th, the Guardians would have had a chance.

To be fair to the reliever, Gaddis did enough to get three outs. An error (don’t worry, that’s coming up) extended the inning. So he got dealt a bad hand.

Having said that, he still tempted fate by throwing a fastball over the plate on a 1-2 count. Soto is not the kind of hitter you should test like that. The batter won the battle by fouling off pitch after pitch, inviting the pitcher to take a risk. Gaddis reaped what he sowed there.

In three of Cleveland’s four NLCS losses, Brayan Rocchio committed an error. Saturday’s might have been his worst.

The shortstop couldn’t wrangle a toss to second base, presumably getting ahead of himself trying to turn a double play.

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By dropping the ball, he let both runners make it to their bases safety and denied the Guardians a second out in the top of the 10th inning. What happened next? Disaster.

Gaddis got Gleyber Torres out swinging, but the error gave Juan Soto a chance to come to the plate. He, of course, blasted the game-winning home run.

Rocchio is supposed to give Cleveland high-level defense. Yet he was responsible for the majority of the Guardians’ most critical blunders in the ALCS. If he catches that ball and sticks his foot on the bag, Soto never has the chance to knock in those three runs. And the Guardians have a chance to keep their season alive.

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Third wave of No Kings Day protests take over northeast Ohio

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8 hours ago

March 28, 2026

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Third wave of No Kings Day protests take over northeast Ohio

CLEVELAND — Thousands of people braved the cold in downtown Cleveland for the third wave of “No Kings Day” demonstrations against the Trump administration.

This time, protestors said, the stakes are higher than ever.

What You Need To Know

More than 3,000 “No Kings Day” protests are taking place around the state and country

The movement began a few months after the start of the President Donald Trump’s second term, going against what many perceived as authoritarian actions at the White House

The nationwide mobilization is predicted to be one of the largest in United States history

Community members and activists joined at the Free Stamp in Willard Park and marched alongside Lakeside Avenue and around Cleveland Public Square on Saturday. Demonstrators said they’re rallying against the Trump administration’s escalation of federal immigration enforcement tactics and rocky global economy amid the country’s war with Iran.

Protestor Fidel Swain who served 15 years in the US Air Force. (Spectrum News 1/Tanya Velazquez)

U.S. Military Veteran Fidel Swain said he’s marching for the rights of all Americans.

“We’re really concerned with what’s going on in the country today as far as this current administration,” Swain said. “They all seem to not follow the principles and ideas of the working class and just most Americans, which is law, order.”

Northeast Ohio resident Charlotte Hartman also stood among the crowd of demonstrators. She said she attended the two previous No Kings Day protests in Strongsville.

Today, Hartman said, she’s standing in solidarity with all marginalized groups.

(L-R) Protestors Elaine Wheaton, Charlotte Hartman, and Michele Murphy. (Spectrum News 1/Tanya Velazquez)

“The way he treats people and minorities, the way he treats handicapped people … They don’t seem to be any care or concern for anybody,” Hartman said.

Hartman was joined by Elaine Wheaton, who said she hopes the demonstration will help unite Americans, despite ideological differences.

“We’re hoping that some of the people that voted for Trump before might be changing their mind,” Wheaton said. “He’s getting a little too overboard … I have no problem with Republican presidents like Reagan or Bush or whatever, but it’s not that he’s Republican. It’s just that he’s a bad human.”

The White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson sent a statement to Spectrum News dismissing Saturday’s protest. She wrote, “The only people who care about these Trump Derangement Therapy Sessions are the reporters who are paid to cover them.”

The first No Kings Day protest in June included around 5 million participants, while the second event in the fall drew in around 7 million people.

While speaking about the No Kings Day protests in October, Trump told Fox business that he’s “not a king.”

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‘No Kings’ protests planned Saturday across Northeast Ohio

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21 hours ago

March 28, 2026

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‘No Kings’ protests planned Saturday across Northeast Ohio

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Protests against President Donald Trump’s administration are scheduled across the country Saturday, including in Northeast Ohio.

Events are happening around the region, with the largest turnout expected in downtown Cleveland.

Cindy Demsey, a co-organizer of the event, emphasized the rally’s purpose: “No Kings rallies in Cleveland and around the country demonstrate that We The People support an immediate end to foreign wars, ICE’s terror tactics, the administration’s unconstitutional power grab, covering up evidence of crimes against children and government for billionaires.”

The rally is set to begin at 1:00 PM at the Free Stamp next to City Hall on Lakeside Avenue and East 9th Street.

Back in October, thousands gathered downtown, and the events featured musical performances and various speakers before a march.

When a demonstration took place this past summer, Cleveland police estimated about 5,000 people were in attendance.

That event was mostly peaceful, with one person arrested for disorderly conduct.

Here is a list of the events taking place this Saturday, March 28.

Cleveland

When: 1 to 3 p.m.

Where: Free Stamp, Willard Park

Akron

When: 1 to 3 p.m.

Where: John F. Seiberling Federal Building and United States Courthouse

Lakewood

When: 10:30 to noon

Where: Lakewood City Hall

Parma

When: 10 to 1 p.m.

Where: Ridgewood Lake Park

North Ridgeville

When: 10 to noon

Where: LCCC University Partnership Ridge Campus

Mansfield

When: 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Where: Richland County Administration & Courthouse

Parma

When: 10 to 1 p.m.

Where: 7620 W Ridgewood Dr

Chardon

When: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Where: 100 Short Ct St

Cuyahoga Falls

When: 11 to 1 p.m.

Where: Cuyahoga Falls Downtown Amphitheater

New Philadelphia

When: 11:30 to 1 p.m.

Where: Tuscarawas County Courthouse

Ashtabula

When: Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Where: Smith Field Dog Park

Port Clinton

When: Noon to 2 p.m.

Where: Erie Dearie Park, a corner of Waterworks Park

Vermilion

When: Noon to 2 p.m.

Where: Exchange Park

Wooster

When: Noon to 2 p.m.

Where: Public Square

Strongsville

When: Noon to 2 p.m.

Where: Pearl Road & Ohio 82

Hudson

When: 1 to 3 p.m.

Where: Gazebo Green

Sandusky

When: 1 to 4 p.m.

Where: Sandusky Mall Entrance

Kent

When: 2 to 4 p.m.

Where: Gazebo, intersection of Franklin Ave and West Main Street

Warren

When: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Where: Trumbull County Courthouse Square

Canton

When: 3 to 5 p.m.

Where: Central Plaza North

Medina

When: 4 to 6 p.m.

Where: Medina Public Square Historic District

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Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers Live Stream: How to Watch NBA

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1 day ago

March 27, 2026

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Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers Live Stream: How to Watch NBA

The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Miami Heat on Friday night, in the second game of a back-to-back between these Eastern Conference rivals.

The Miami Heat go for their 40th win of the season and the series victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers on the road on Friday. This is the second game of a back-to-back for these teams, fighting for positioning in the Eastern Conference standings. Both of these games will be played in Cleveland, with the Heat pulling off the upset in Game 1 on Wednesday, winning 120-103. The win ended Miami’s five-game losing streak, and the loss ended the Cavaliers’ four-game winning streak. The win gave the Heat a 2-1 series lead, with Friday’s game serving as the finale. Miami is back in the eighth seed, but is only a half-game above the Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic. Cleveland is sitting comfortably in fourth place, but is three games back of the New York Knicks for third. The biggest name sitting out of this rematch is Jarrett Allen, who is dealing with a knee injury but is expected to return on Friday. The Cavaliers should be the favorite at home to tie this season series at two games apiece in this rematch.

How to Watch Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers Today:

Game Date: Friday, March 27, 2026

Game Time: 7:30 p.m. ET

TV Channel: NBATV, FanDuel Sports Network Ohio 1 (Cleveland feed)

Location: Rocket Arena – Cleveland, OH

Live stream the Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers on Fubo: Start watching now!

Miami started off hot in the first half on Wednesday, but Cleveland came back in the third quarter, outscoring the Heat by 17. But Miami quickly returned the favor in the fourth, outscoring the Cavaliers by the same total in the final quarter. Donovan Mitchell led all scorers with 28, but the Heat were more balanced with Norman Powell leading the charge with 19 points, and Tyler Herro added 18. James Harden and Sam Merrill both scored 18 points apiece for the Cavs. Miami shot 52 percent from the field as a team and an impressive 40 percent from three. The Heat led by as much as 17 in the third but nearly squandered the sure win before the strong fourth quarter. Miami had eight players score in double figures in what turned out to be a comfortable victory. Expect a closer game tonight in the finale rematch.

What time is the Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game On?

The Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers game will take place on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great NBA action.

What Channel Is the Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game On?

Looking to watch this game? Fans can tune in to the NBATV, FanDuel Sports Network Ohio 1 (Cleveland feed) to see the action. Make sure you subscribe to Fubo now to watch this matchup, as well as numerous other sports leagues.

Live stream Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers on Fubo: Start watching now!

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