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Terry’s Talkin’
by Terry Pluto, Cleveland.com
Cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto talks Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Northeast Ohio college basketball with host David Campbell.
Episodes
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One word to describe the 'Todd Monken Browns culture'; Remembering 'Sudden Sam' McDowell; Guardians on the brink
Highlights: Todd Monken’s heart and transparent approach have injected renewed optimism into the Browns. By publicly taking the blame for specific play-calling errors, Monken shields his players and builds immense trust and accountability within the locker room. Terry says the coaching staff...
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The Guardians' unsung heroes; Is Deshaun Watson playing well? $600,000 college kickers
Highlights: The Guardians successfully captured the Central Division by overhauling their lineup, demoting struggling prospects in favor of veteran hitters. The catcher pairing of Patrick Bailey and Austin Hedges transformed the Guardians, providing solid offensive production and defensive...
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Debating the Guardians' 2026 MVP; Why Sunday's win marked an important day for the Browns
Highlights: Guardians maintain a narrow AL Central lead while prioritizing the number two seed for a crucial playoff bye. Who's the Guardians' MVP this season? We debate. The player who's most important to the Guardians' final week of the season. A listener asks: Did Angel Genao's promotion spark...
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How are the Guardians doing it again? Deshaun Watson, Browns fans and mixed messages
Highlights: Terry credits the Guardians' success and late-game comebacks to a "just keep playing" philosophy. Brayan Rocchio is having a phenomenal September, carrying the team with four clutch walk-off hits this season. Steven Kwan returned to form and entered some elite company by abandoning a...
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Inside Travis Bazzana's big finish; Will the Browns win 7 games? Your favorite jersey
Highlights: Travis Bazzana has become a September catalyst, hitting .389 with a 1.283 OPS. Bazzana's success against off-speed pitches has forced opponents to adjust. Revisiting the 2024 MLB draft class. An oddity: the Guardians' home record. Penciling in the playoff pitchers if the Guardians…
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Why the message might not have mattered for Deshaun Watson; How much better are the Cavs?
Highlights: Reaction in the wake of the Browns naming Deshaun Watson the starting QB last week; and 3 reasons why Browns fans might find some good news in the decision. As Terry has pointed out, Watson likely won't play all 17 games this season, as hardly any NFL quarterbacks do anymore because…
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Did Deshaun Watson play well vs. the Bears? The reason behind the reason the Cavs traded Dennis Schröder
Highlights: Deshaun Watson's preseason debut drew favorable reviews, but there were some moments that should cause Browns fans concern; Pre-snap penalties noticeably improved from training camp, though unforced errors committed by relied-upon veterans remain a significant coaching concern; Terry...
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Should the Guardians sit José Ramírez so he can heal up? Deshaun Watson's next challenge
Highlights: The Guardians are currently struggling with fundamental flaws in defense, base running and pitching, which jeopardizes their slim margin for error. Jose Ramirez's severe hand injury has drastically reduced his offensive production. Should the Guardians sit him until he's healthier?…
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Jadeveon Clowney: Good idea? Why the Guardians will be making a deal; the end of a 75-year curse
Highlights: Bringing Jadeveon Clowney back on a one-year, incentive-laden deal: Good idea for the Browns? Why Terry is eager to watch Todd Monken, who replaces Kevin Stefanski's guarded approach with loud, demanding accountability. The Browns prioritized the offensive line this offseason. Who'll...
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Will the Guardians bring back this outfielder at the trade deadline? Terry's advice for a new Browns fan
Highlights: It's (pretty much) a "LeBron-free zone" on this week's podcast. Guardians teammates Steven Kwan and Travis Bazzana share a history of overcoming intense skepticism and set the stage at Oregon State for their MLB careers. How Steven Kwan got back to being Steven Kwan. Lane Thomas: Why...
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Guardians' midseason MVP? What we've learned about the Cavs' Meleek Thomas; MLB Quote of the Year
Highlights: Sixty years ago, Jim Brown retired at 29 during his absolute prime to pursue a Hollywood career after refusing an ultimatum from Browns owner Art Modell. The Guardians' starting rotation and its impressive consistency. We choose our Guardians team MVP so far, as well as Most Improved...
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Why Donovan Mitchell's signing is more important for the Cavs than LeBron's; how U.S. soccer can take the next leap
Highlights: Terry on how LeBron James adheres to own timeline when deciding where he'll play. James leveraged "one-plus-one" contracts to maximize his earnings and force front offices to continuously fulfill their roster-building promises Terry on why the Cavs' signing of Donovan Mitchell is more...
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Why a LeBron homecoming might not work for the Cavs; the story behind Khalil Watson's Guardians arrival
Highlights: The Cavaliers face early offseason roster challenges, losing key defenders like Dean Wade while monitoring the LeBron James situation. Rumors of a third LeBron James stint in Cleveland are gaining traction as a strong narrative and positional fit for both the player and the franchise....
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Why the Cavs didn't go after Giannis; can the Guardians find some offense?
Highlights: The Cavaliers traded their No. 29 draft pick to drop to No. 34 and acquire a future second-round pick, preserving financial flexibility. The NBA's new "apron tariff" has drastically increased the value of second-round picks by allowing teams to utilize non-guaranteed contracts and…
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Was the Myles Garrett trade the right deal at the right time? Travis Bazzana and the 2024 draft class
Highlights: Browns trade Myles Garrett to Rams for Jared Verse and three future picks to secure proven talent alongside draft capital; Jared Verse provides Cleveland with a highly productive, cost-controlled, 26-year-old edge rusher to immediately step in; Cleveland’s front office prioritizes a...
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Why the Cavs were right to stick with Kenny Atkinson; what's changed about the Guardians' minor league prospects
Highlights: Knicks' physical dominance and high-scoring pace overpowered an exhausted Cavaliers team in the playoffs Cavaliers retained head coach Kenny Atkinson for consistency after a successful Eastern Conference Finals run Game 1 loss to the Knicks will linger on Atkinson's resume, but future...
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What Kenny Atkinson should say after the Cavs' Game 1 collapse; a Guardians statistic that will surprise you
Highlights: The aftermath of the Cavs blowing a 22-point lead to lose Game 1 to the New York Knicks 115-104 in overtime after a staggering 44-11 run. Is the national media treating the Cavs like the Indians got treated in the 2016 World Series? What's the best way for the Cavs to defend Jalen...
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What Game 4 meant for Donovan Mitchell's legacy; Should Chase DeLauter lead off for the Guardians instead of Steven Kwan?
Highlights: How did Donovan Mitchell secure a critical Game 4 victory for the Cavaliers? He shifted to an aggressive, highly physical approach, drawing fouls and scoring 39 of his 43 points in the second half to tie an NBA playoff record and even the series. James Harden's home versus road…
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What the Cavs have to change; 'Fat Tackle Bias'; Terry's Guardians prospects you should know
Highlights: Was the Detroit crowd underwhelming at Game 1 of Cavs-Pistons? The Cavaliers' historic issues with careless turnovers, including 19 in Game 1, directly fueled the Pistons' transition offense and sabotaged Cleveland's control of the game's pace. They need to fix it, Terry says. Having...
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Is Charles Barkley right about the Cavs? Why the Guardians handled Travis Bazzana's call-up perfectly
Highlights: Cavaliers secure Game 5 victory through vital second-half adjustments and utilizing multiple ball handlers Are the Cavs capable of the NBA Finals? Or is Charles Barkley right? James Harden provided a crucial, unexpected boost by doing the gritty work and securing nine critical…
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The move that turned the Cavs' playoff identity on its head; why it's time the Browns draft early for this position
Highlights: Cleveland sports fans are experiencing a rare convergence of activity across the Cavaliers' playoff run, the Guardians' divisional lead, and the Browns' draft options. The Cavs successfully neutralized Toronto's high-pressure style by dictating a slower court pace and severely…
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Terry's 3-point plan for the Cavs to beat the Raptors; Should Austin Hedges be playing more?
Highlights: Was the Cavs' regular season a success? Cavs must prioritize transition defense and utilize their interior size to dictate pace against the Raptors Cleveland's success relies on James Harden acting as a methodical playmaker rather than forcing isolated shots Donovan Mitchell's…
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Is this season a failure if the Cavs don't make the conference finals? Why Juan Brito got the call
Highlights: What it means that the Cavs have another 50-win season. Unprecedented NBA blowout margins highlight systemic issues and an alarming trend of strategic in-game tanking across the league. A toxic new form of tanking involves coaches utilizing analytics to intentionally field ineffective...
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What the Browns are really saying about Deshaun Watson; listeners' ideas to end NBA tanking
Highlights: Why baseball's opening day remains a uniquely revered national holiday filled with deep historical roots, nostalgic traditions, and a hopeful clean slate for the summer. "Super Joe" Charbonneau's mythical rookie season endeared him to Cleveland, though a severe back injury prematurely...
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Guardians season predictions; A plan to stop NBA tanking; Jarrett Allen: the Cavs' most pivotal player?
Highlights: Chase DeLauter's addition to the Guardians' opening-day roster is met with high excitement, and it's not too much, for his legitimate hitting talent and advanced plate discipline. Top prospect Travis Bazzana will begin the season in AAA Columbus for further development, needing more...
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Terry's sleeper prospect for the Guardians; Can the Cavs fix their defense in time?
Highlights: Guardians Outlook: Optimism for the Guardians is guarded but positive, primarily due to the perceived health and depth of the team's pitching staff. Chase DeLauter Praise: Manager Stephen Vogt is exceptionally high on outfielder Chase DeLauter, calling him a "complete hitter" who…
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Will a platoon in left work for the Guardians? Why these playoffs will mean more for Donovan Mitchell
Highlights: The Guardians' spring training focus is on key position battles, including a potential outfield platoon with George Valera and Angel Martinez. Despite fan aversion, a well-executed platoon strategy can be effective, as proven by Orioles manager Earl Weaver's successful use of one in...
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Is this Cavs roster finally built for the playoffs? 4-point field goals; why Nolan Jones?
Highlights: The Cavs are implementing a more physical, high-impact defensive style in preparation for the playoffs, aiming to avoid being overwhelmed by aggressive teams as they were in the past. New additions Keon Ellis and Dennis Schröder bring a reliable and intense defensive grit that is...
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Terry's new take on James Harden; one word describing the Guardians' Rhys Hoskins signing
Highlights: The Cavaliers' loss to a shorthanded OKC team is seen as a mid-season warning about the team's focus and potential matchup issues rather than a cause for major alarm. The Allen-Mobley frontcourt combination continues to raise questions about its effectiveness, particularly against...
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Why the James Harden Experiment just might work; what Sam Darnold's Super Bowl says about the Browns' offseason
Highlights: Terry summarizes the flurry of activity with the Cavaliers trading for James Harden, the Browns changing coaches, and the Guardians signing José Ramírez to a long-term deal. The Cavaliers' acquisition of James Harden was part of a larger three-for-three player swap that is viewed as a...
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Reading between the lines of Todd Monken's press conference; the big reason James Harden agreed to join the Cavs
Highlights: • Player feedback demanding "accountability" became a central pillar in the Browns' decision to hire Todd Monken. • Terry cites a history of high pre-snap penalties as a key indicator of the team's lack of discipline under the previous regime. • The hiring of Monken is described as a...
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Advice for Todd Monken; Why we might never again see the likes of José Ramírez's new contract
Highlights: The Browns have hired experienced offensive coach Todd Monken as their 19th full-time head coach. Initial fan reaction to the hire was mixed, but winning will ultimately determine his approval. Inside Monken's difficult 2019 season in Cleveland Monken is known for a blunt, no-nonsense...
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The 2 best head coach fits for the Browns; when will the Cavs develop OKC's winning 'habits'?
Highlights: NFL coaching searches are highly unpredictable, with success often coming from candidates with unassuming résumés rather than just impressive ones. Many elite NFL coaches, like John Harbaugh and Andy Reid, were hired from non-coordinator roles, proving that a candidate's title doesn't...
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Kevin Stefanski: scapegoat? What's up with Lonzo Ball; Why the Guardians didn't draft an outfielder No. 1
Highlights: The Browns have fired head coach Kevin Stefanski after a tumultuous week. A fan asks about the team's "smart, tough, accountable" mantra, which Terry says faded with the controversial arrival of quarterback Deshaun Watson. Some fans defend Stefanski, arguing he was a scapegoat for a...
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A 'sure thing' for the Browns' top draft pick; are the Cavs taking too many threes?
Highlights: The big question: Is Shedeur Sanders the Browns' long-term answer at quarterback? His development is a work in progress amidst a poor offense. A compelling case for the Browns to use a high draft pick on a "sure thing" wide receiver like Carnell Tate instead of a risky QB, providing a...
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There is some good news for the Browns in 2026; can the Cavs still reach their NBA Finals goal?
Highlights: The Browns fan base is divided, with some calling for Kevin Stefanski's firing while others blame owner Jimmy Haslam and the "sabotage" of the Deshaun Watson trade. GM Andrew Berry's draft history is under scrutiny, with notable misses like Jedrick Wills but also successful trades,...
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QB, or not QB in the first round for the Browns? Getting the Cavs back to basics
Highlights: Cleveland.com's Paul Hoynes has won the BBWAA Career Excellence Award, the highest honor for baseball writers, securing his place in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Terry Pluto praised Hoynes' "utterly remarkable" work ethic and elite writing talent, noting his longevity in the demanding...
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What the Browns' 3-9 record means for 2026; Are the Guardians doing enough?
Highlights: The Browns' 3-9 record mirrors last season's, showing a lack of progress and ranking them among the worst teams since the 2024 season opener. The Browns' special teams unit was labeled a "total embarrassment," having surrendered five punt or kickoff return touchdowns in the last two...
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Why Shedeur Sanders is different; If Evan Mobley doesn't become a superstar, is that OK?
Highlights: Thanks to you, our listeners! Without you we wouldn't be here. Shedeur Sanders' starting debut was "intriguing," marked by poise and a crucial avoidance of mistakes. Sanders' performance demonstrated clear evidence of his discipline to avoid negative plays. Myles Garrett: The best...
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What Shedeur Sanders needs; How Evan Mobley gets on track; Steven Kwan's Guardians future
Highlights: Bernie Kosar's Successful Liver Transplant: Following a successful liver transplant, Bernie Kosar tells Terry he is in "great shape" and good spirits, with the initial critical 48 hours passing without signs of infection or rejection. The Haslams' Financial Support for Kosar: The…
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Is Kevin Stefanski coaching on borrowed time? Remembering Lenny Wilkens; Kenny Atkinson's next challenge
Highlights: Browns fan sentiment has shifted from despair to anger, with calls for firings and major changes. Terry Pluto argues the 1980s Browns era was defined by consistent success, not just heartbreaking losses like "The Drive." The franchise's identity since 1999 has been a perpetual and...
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What Joe Flacco's 470-yard day says about the Browns; Terry's idea for the Cavs' second unit
Highlights: After the podcast took a week off, Terry shares hiking tips for Wayne National Forest near Marietta. Terry has some upcoming book signings for his new book, starting this week. Terry on the Browns’ endless quarterback struggles. Browns shift play-calling duties from Stefanski to Tommy...
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Who's the Browns' best rookie so far? Why the deck is stacked against the Guardians
Highlights: The Browns' upcoming game against the Patriots' strong run defense will be a crucial test of whether their run-heavy offense is a sustainable identity or a one-game anomaly. Despite a convincing win, there are questions about whether the win over the Dolphins was "just one game" and...
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Is Kevin Stefanski's job on the line? 1 move the Guardians should make ASAP
Highlights: Terry shares a “moment of wisdom” about venting in emails: tone and humor are lost compared to spoken conversation. Discussion on Browns’ offensive struggles against the Steelers: 82 snaps, Quinshon Judkins only played 33 despite being top offensive weapon. Browns ran only 17 times…
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So long, Joe; how Kevin Stefanski can help this offense; 'wasting' the careers of MLB stars?
Highlights: Discussion on Browns' quarterback situation and Joe Flacco trade to Bengals. Concerns over Browns' offensive struggles and inability to score 20+ points. Debate on Kevin Stefanski's future and offensive play-calling decisions. Analysis of Browns' wide receiver performance and lack of...
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Why the 2025 Guardians are like nothing we've ever seen; time for a Browns QB change?
Highlights: Cleveland sports had a wild week, with dramatic Guardians wins and unexpectedly large home crowds. Jose Ramirez’s playoff consistency contrasts with Francisco Lindor’s limited postseason success since joining the Mets. Jose’s commitment to Cleveland shows in his extension and…
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What's behind the Guardians' surge; changing field goals forever; Cavs set the stage
Highlights: The Guardians were down 15.5 games in July and 12.5 games in late August but are now on the verge of overtaking the Tigers. How have they done this? Terry noted the Tigers’ collapse could be historic, while the Guardians risk losing momentum at the finish line. Terry contends the...
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How the Guardians are hanging tough; What if Baker Mayfield had stayed with the Browns?
Highlights: The Guardians are still in playoff contention despite injuries and setbacks. Terry reflects on decades of poor performance by the team before the 1990s. Since 2013, under Terry Francona, the Guardians have had only two losing seasons. Stephen Vogt has matched Francona’s win total...
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The Browns' debut, good and bad; Mr. Tuesday vs. Mr. Sunday; why Brayan Rocchio's different
Highlights: Defense Shines: The Browns' defense was the standout, with strong halftime adjustments by Schwartz. Flacco’s Performance: Joe Flacco ran the offense effectively, showing poise despite his age. Rookie Impact: Harold Fannin Jr. and Dylan Sampson contributed significantly in…
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Why the Browns will win Sunday; season predictions; the Guardians' tough offseason ahead
Highlights: Our Browns predictions -- for this season, and for Sunday's opener vs. the Bengals. Uncertainty around Quinshon Judkins due to contract and legal issues. Joe Flacco will start; here's what that might look like; The Browns' emphasis on returning to zone blocking and balanced offense....
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