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Mark Reynolds, Carlos Santana Power Tribe in 13-0 Rout

Justin Masterson threw a gem and Cleveland’s offense “went ham” (as the kids are saying these days) against David Price Sunday afternoon as the Indians thwomped the Rays, 13-0, to avoid…Read More

Series Preview: Cleveland Indians at Tampa Bay Rays

This is one of those seasons the Tampa Bay Rays hope for every year. I’d say their fans do too, but, well, you know. The American League East is typically dominated by two of the richest franchises…Read More

April Cleveland Indians Power Rankings

The 2013 season has finally started and so far, so good for the Indians. Of course, with the calendar officially flipped to April that means it is time, once again, for another installment of the Cleveland…Read More

Three Keys to a Tribe Playoff Berth in 2013

Here at Wahoo’s on First we’ve written countless words about the Cleveland Indians’ outstanding offseason. The Tribe signed Nick Swisher, Mark Reynolds and Michael Bourn. They brought…Read More

Indians Beat R.A. Dickey, Open 2013 Season with 4-1 Win

So far, so good. After the club’s most exciting offseason in recent memory, Tribe fans’ optimism was rewarded on Opening Day as the Cleveland Indians beat the Toronto Blue Jays, 4-1, in the…Read More

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Series Preview: Cleveland Indians at Toronto Blue Jays

Welcome back, everyone. It’s been a long, dark, misery-laden and actually not-too-harsh winter in the…Read More

Five Last-Minute Moves the Indians Should Make

The Cleveland Indians are this close to having a perfect offseason, so why not finish the job? Since…Read More

2013 Preseason Survey: Predicting the Indians’ Best Players

Last week, 16 Cleveland Indians writers representing six different publications participated in a multi-part…Read More

2013 Indians Player Preview: Justin Masterson

As we count down the days until the start of the season, we’re profiling every player who will be…Read More

Indians Need One More Starter To Contend in 2013

I spoke to a man who went to the inaugural last week. He drove all the way to Maryland, paid for a train…Read More

Can Justin Masterson Be An Ace?

Heading into his age-28 season in 2013, Justin Masterson is an anomaly. He isn’t a top-tier pitcher…Read More

Even with Brett Myers, Indians Still Need Rotation Help

The Indians’ off-season is far from over, but they’ve already accomplished most of their goals. They’ve…Read More

Justin Masterson, Ubaldo Jimenez are Keys to 2013 Season

I find it difficult to get too excited about Brett Myers. Given the way he has bounced between the bullpen…Read More

Nick Swisher Signing Gives Tribe Opportunity to Fill Other Holes

The signing of Nick Swisher is certainly cause for celebration. Aside from filling a gaping hole in the…Read More

Should Indians Sign Justin Masterson to a Long-Term Deal?

The Cleveland Indians currently control Justin Masterson through the 2014 season. MLB Trade Rumors estimates…Read More

How to Build the Cleveland Indians’ 2013 Rotation

It’s no secret the Cleveland Indians had an atrocious starting rotation in 2012. By any measure they…Read More

Judging Mark Shapiro’s GM Tenure: High-Profile Trades

Let’s get a this out of the way:  I am a fan of the work Mark Shapiro did as general manager of the…Read More

Which 2012 Indians Will Be Gone in 2013?

Last week, 20 Cleveland Indians writers from six different websites and media outlets took part in a…Read More

Player Awards for the 2012 Cleveland Indians

Last week, 20 Cleveland Indians writers from six different websites and media outlets took part in a…Read More

12th Inning Heroics Lift Indians Over White Sox in Walkoff 4-3 Win

A superb start from Justin Masterson and some clutch late-inning performances helped Cleveland overcome…Read More