Highlights: Terry has an appearance coming up on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the Dover Public Library in Dover, Ohio, at 6:30 p.m. You can sign up here. What Matthew Boyd and Alex Cobb have meant to the Guardians' pitching staff; What Alex Cobb's approach to his perfect game says about the Guardians; Kyle Manzardo's arrival; a potential nickname for him; and who's winning the Aaron Civale deal; Who should play center field? Lane Thomas or ...... Terry's report on No. 1 overall pick Travis Bazzana; The greatness of Jim Donovan; Browns 2024 season predictions; Some listener emails on foul balls from dad; a sports cliche; and a book suggestion for Terry to write. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Terry will be appearing on Thursday (Aug. 29) at the Niles McKinley Library, 6 p.m. It's free. The address is 40 N. Main Street, Niles, Ohio. What can Chris Antonetti and the front office do, if anything, to help the Guardians win the division? Inside the numbers, which are rough; Why Terry thinks the Guardians shouldn't try José Ramírez at the leadoff spot and give Steven Kwan a different look; One small statistical reason for Guardians fans to be encouraged; Was not playing Deshaun Watson in Seattle still the right move? Terry weighs in; The biggest areas of concern for the Browns heading into the season are ....; Terry senses a "strange vibe" within the Browns; A listener idea: the two-point football field goal, and the three-point safety; A listener question about why the zone defense wasn't allowed in the old NBA: Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, about "Peace Hijackers"; Some listener emails about visiting ballparks and Jim Rice; and one on the late Willie Mays. A listener writes in to say he tracked down Terry's first book, "The Greatest Summer." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Why José Ramírez seems to be so inspired this season; A Hall of Famer comparison for Ramírez; Tyler Freeman's rise at the top of the Guardians order; A fast-rising Guardians prospect to watch; Stephen Vogt's "special formula"; What the Guardians should do with Josh Naylor this offseason; How Cavs fans should feel about Donovan Mitchell; The mystery of Jarrett Allen's rib injury was solved; Deshaun Watson: the 23rd-best QB in the NFL? Remembering D-Day as its 80th anniversary approaches, and appreciating Ernie Pyle and what he brought to journalism and history; And two more foul ball stories from listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why the Guardians can recover from this rough stretch and challenge in the AL Central; Terry on Myles Straw’s struggles, and why Will Brennan is an option for the Guardians in the outfield; What the Browns and the the Tennessee Titans have in common, and what Terry thinks it says about the Browns’ approach with Baker Mayfield and Deshaun Watson; Why the Cavs’ signing of Darius Garland was the right move; And why Terry thinks the Cavs have been smart with their signings of Ricky Rubio, Raul Neto and Robin Lopez; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this weekend, about caregivers, the struggles they face, and the meaningful moments that can come from it all; This week’s Hey, Terry questions from fans, about restaurants in Kansas City; why the Guardians can’t find a better-hitting catcher; and whether Collin Sexton will be on the Cavs’ roster in 2022-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s edition of the Terry’s Talkin’ podcast with cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell: The Guardians are tied for first heading into Wednesday night’s game at Minnesota. How are they doing this? Why Emmanuel Clase has the best stuff of any reliever Terry has seen since … Jose Mesa? And speaking of comparisons, Shane Bieber’s curveball has Terry thinking about another Cleveland pitcher of lore; What the Browns can do for a backup to Jacoby Brissett; Mike Brown’s hire with the Sacramento Kings and what it means about culture, and why the Cavaliers are in a good place with their culture, and their young roster; Is Ohio State’s Malaki Branham, out of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, a good fit with the Cavs in Thursday night’s NBA Draft 2022? Terry’s Faith & You column this week, about the remarkable life of a man named Rob Sharkey; And some Hey, Terry! questions about what Franmil Reyes can do to get hot again in his return to the Guardians; would Colin Kaepernick make sense for the Browns if Deshaun Watson is suspended; and whether Kevin Love will be back with the Cavaliers for the 2022-23 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from this week's podcast with Terry Pluto and host David Campbell: Why it was a good idea for Deshaun Watson to meet with reporters at minicamp, though it probably won’t change anything; Whether Terry thinks Baker Mayfield will be starting for the Carolina Panthers against the Browns on opening weekend of the NFL season; Why Terry says Myles Garrett should have visited the Hall of Fame with his teammates Wednesday; What’s up with the short practices Kevin Stefanski is running at minicamp this week? Should Jose Ramirez be the AL MVP frontrunner? Oddsmakers have him fourth right now; Why the “Jose Hustle” should become a thing; What kind of deal Collin Sexton should be expecting heading into the 2022 season; Terry shares some of the stories from this weekend’s Faith & You column, where readers send in some of their fondest Father’s Day memories; And Terry answers some Hey, Terry questions about whether the Browns would retire Phil Dawson’s number; and how Oscar Gonzalez almost got away from the Guardians over the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights of this week's Terry's Talkin' with host David Campbell and Terry Pluto, columnist for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer: Why the Browns are anything but “comfortable” with the newest Deshaun Watson revelations; What Terry thinks about the Browns excusing Baker Mayfield from next week’s mandatory minicamp; Can Emmanuel Clase be the next All-Star-caliber closer for the Cleveland baseball franchise? Why Terry thinks the Guardians’ Andres Gimenez will be an All-Star in his own right; Do the Cavs need a “pest” on their roster – a player who can get under opponents’ skin the way Draymond Green does for the Golden State Warriors? And if so, who might that be? What the Cavs might do with Collin Sexton this offseason, and the idea of offering him a two-year deal instead of a one-year; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for this week, which is about a child who loses a parent to a drug overdose and how they can cope with the loss; And Terry answers some Hey, Terry questions from fans about Odell Beckham Jr. and a possible return to Cleveland; how the Browns might use David Njoku in the 2022 offense; and what Browns position group is the most concerning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from this week’s podcast with host David Campbell and Terry Pluto, columnist for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer: ·      Why Terry is OK with David Njoku’s new four-year, $56.750 million deal that makes him the NFL’s fifth-highest-paid tight end; ·      Will Kevin Stefanski move the Browns offense away from so many three-tight-end formations? ·      Why Oscar Gonzalez is a breath of fresh air in the Guardians outfield; ·      How excited should fans be about Gonzalez, anyway? ·     Terry’s take on Luke Walton returning to Cleveland to work on J.B. Bickerstaff’s coaching staff; ·     Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, including a story of a stuffed Snoopy, and Rocky Colavito’s advice making a difference; ·     Terry answers some Hey Terry! questions, including one on whether the Browns might want to bring back Joe Haden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Terry’s Talkin’ podcast with cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell: Terry on what we can learn about the Browns’ approach to Baker Mayfield from the way they handled the Jadeveon Clowney signing; Deshaun Watson settles in at OTAs; How Jerome Ford can make an impact in 2022, and beyond; As the Browns put a basketball hoop on their practice field, Terry talks about other pro athletes who were surprisingly good at more than one sport, including Jim Thome and Rick Manning; Why the upcoming stretch of games against sub-.500 teams is important for the Guardians; The Warriors are back in the NBA Finals, without Kevin Durant; Terry has thoughts on what the Cavs can take from their success; Terry shares his thoughts on this week’s Faith & You column, where he writes during graduation season about what he would tell his younger; and we discuss the lost art of letter writing; We share some excellent fan responses to what pieces of Cleveland sports memorabilia they would like to have if money were no object, in the wake of Diego Maradona’s World Cup jersey going for $9.3 million at auction; And Terry answers this week’s “Hey, Terry!” questions, including one about whether the podcast host interrupts him too much.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from this week’s podcast with host David Campbell and Terry Pluto, columnist for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer: Why the Guardians’ culture is helping them stay in contention despite all the upheaval of the early season; What Terry Francona’s comments on robot umps say about his strengths as a manager; What Terry’s thinking about a possible extension for Browns tight end David Njoku; What we think the Browns’ schedule says about how the NFL feels about them this season; Terry’s take on why Evan Mobley made the All-Rookie First Team, but lost out on Rookie of the Year to Toronto’s Scottie Barnes; Terry discusses this weekend’s “Faith & You” column, which is about “seeing” people in need and how sometimes just being there is enough; And we share some of the excellent fan responses about what piece of Cleveland sports memorabilia they would love to have if money was no object. This is a follow-up from our callout last week as we talked about the multimillion-dollar auction of the “Hand of God” soccer jersey worn in the 1986 World Cup by Diego Maradona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discuss the Guardians having Wednesday’s game canceled because of positive COVID tests for Terry Francona and DeMarlo Hale; What Josh Naylor brings to the Guardians, besides a big bat and clutch hits; and which former Cleveland players brought the same kind of juice; Which player Terry thinks is No. 2 on his Guardians MVP ballot right now, behind Jose Ramirez; Fact or fiction: Part of the reason the Browns can’t move Baker Mayfield is because the rest of the NFL is holding Deshaun Watson’s guaranteed contract against them; We clarify a change in the NFL’s CBA about who’ll be making the decision on Watson’s discipline from the league; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for the weekend, which is about why it’s impossible to fix someone else’s life they don’t want it fixed; Terry’s take on a fan question about whether avoiding an “awkward situation” with Baker Mayfield is worth not playing him and potentially missing the playoffs; And we finish with some discussion about which pieces of Cleveland sports memorabilia we’d most like to own if money was not an object. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terry breaks down the 2022 Browns draft class and gives a quick scouting report on each player; He discusses why Akron football coach Joe Moorhead said, “Oh, no!” when the Browns drafted Martin Emerson; We delve into the question, “Will Baker Mayfield ever be traded?” What to know about the NFL’s announcement that Hue Jackson’s claims of the Browns tanking games were unfounded; What Terry’s feeling about the homestanding Guardians; What can be done with Franmil Reyes, who was batting .139 coming off the West Coast trip, with 38 strikeouts; How the Cavs can “unlock” Isaac Okoro offensively; What Terry thinks the Cavs should give up to land a veteran point guard; Terry shares his Faith & You column for this week, which features readers and their memories of Mom heading into Mother’s Day weekend; We answer some Hey Terry questions about Browns kicker Cade York, and Guardians prospect Oscar Gonzalez. And Terry gets the right answer on a Terry’s Trivia question about the just-completed draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

·      Are the Browns better? And if so, how much? ·      What Terry would do if he was on the clock Friday night for the Browns; ·      What the Guardians are doing to elevate their farm system, which is ranked 12th in MLB by Baseball America and MLB.com; ·      Players Guardians fans should keep an eye on as the team moves into May and the (hopefully) warmer weather; ·      What the Cavaliers missed out on by failing to win a play-in game, and what J.B. Bickerstaff could have done differently against Atlanta; ·      Why the Cavs need to find a veteran point guard this offseason, and two names who could be on their list; ·      What the Cavs should do with Collin Sexton, and how that approach could work out for everyone involved; ·      Terry previews this weekend’s Faith & You column, where he calls Indians legend Rocky Colavito for advice on what to do when you have a friend who is dying; ·      A Hey, Terry! question about a draft deal the Browns might be able to swing to find a player, and send Baker Mayfield out of town; ·      And Terry has a Terry’s Trivia question about three coaches who worked for the San Diego ABA franchise, two of whom would come to Cleveland. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The conversation covers various topics related to the Guardians, including their performance in the current season, the surprising success of David Fry, the impressive bullpen, and the managerial skills of Stephen Vogt. We also discuss the struggles of Francisco Lindor since joining the New York Mets. We also talk about Jose Ramirez's contract extension with the Guardians and his decision to stay with the team despite receiving offers from other teams. We get into the future of Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell in the NBA and the potential changes in the Cavs' roster. Additionally, they touch on the scheduling in the NFL and the possibility of the league expanding the season. The podcast concludes with some fan stories about memorable baseball experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We break down the Cavaliers’ 115-108 loss to Brooklyn on Tuesday night in an Eastern Conference play-in game Terry talks bout how he’d like to see the Cavs use Kevin Love in Friday’s do-or-die home play-in game against either Atlanta or Charlotte; Why Terry thinks the Cavs can win Friday even if Jarrett Allen isn’t able to come back from his finger injury and play; We discuss the amazing Steven Kwan, and how the Guardians outfielder has made history while making an impact at the No. 2 spot in the lineup; Terry shares his thoughts on the terrible timing of Baker Mayfield, who went on a podcast and had some things to say about how he’s been treated by the Browns; Terry discusses a recent Arizona hike and why it made him think of Easter, and forgiveness; We answer some Hey, Terry! questions about the Guardians’ payroll; and why you shouldn’t say the Browns have given up three first-rounders for Deshaun Watson; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia, about Steven Kwan’s high school and some other notable alumni who went there. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terry talks about why the $150 contract extension agreed to by the Guardians and third baseman Jose Ramirez was important, both short and long term; Terry shares the story of how Cleveland scouted and found Ramirez when he was a teenager; and how a donkey is involved; Why this season will be such a different experience for Guardians manager Terry Francona; Terry makes his prediction on how many games the Guardians will win; they open their season Thursday at Kansas City; We discuss why the Browns’ trade for receiver Amari Cooper looks better with every passing day; Terry talks about the Browns re-signing of kicker Chase McLaughlin and what he’d like to see going forward; Terry on why this Cavs season has been a plus in every way possible, even as they limp toward the end of the regular season; What the Cavs can do to get out of their injury-caused funk; Terry’s thoughts on new Cleveland State basketball coach Daniyal Robinson; Should the Browns play Baker Mayfield as their starter for any games where Deshaun Watson is suspended by the NFL? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terry talks about what he’s seen at Guardians spring training in Goodyear, Arizona; Josh Naylor’s impressive recovery from a gruesome injury; Why 5,000 tickets for the Guardians home opener were still available as of last week, and what it might say about how fans think about the franchise; Terry shares his takeaways from last Friday’s Deshaun Watson introductory press conference with the Browns; What might the NFL do with Deshaun Watson and his suspension in 2022? Terry’s thoughts on how the Baker Mayfield situation might resolve itself, and when the Browns might be able to swing a trade; Terry discusses his “Faith & You” column for this weekend, about people who bring “You Owe Me” baggage to a relationship, and how it relates to his childhood dog, Pepper.  Terry answers some “Hey, Terry” questions from fans about whether a Browns trade to Carolina for Christian McCaffrey would make sense; and whether the Guardians should trade Jose Ramirez sooner than later to maximize the return. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Browns’ trade for Deshaun Watson, and how the team may address the anger and disappointment of fans who disapprove of the move because of sexual assault allegations against him; Why the Browns basically let Watson and the Texans write their own terms of the deal; What’s next for Baker Mayfield after he went from being the Browns’ starter to apparently a quarterback without a home; Should the Browns try to bring back Jarvis Landry, Jadeveon Clowney and …. Odell Beckham Jr.? What the Cavs need to learn from Monday night’s loss to LeBron James and the Lakers; Terry on what the Guardians need to do to solve their corner-outfield problems; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia question about the NBA/ABA list of the top 10 career scoring leaders. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Terry doesn’t think the Browns should make the trade for Deshaun Watson: What fans are saying about the pros and cons of the proposed trade, both off the field and on it; Terry’s thoughts on Baker Mayfield’s letter to Cleveland on Tuesday night; Have the Browns painted themselves into a corner with their quarterback situation? Why they have, and haven’t; Can the Cavaliers hold onto the sixth spot in the East? Terry on why Lauri Markkanen is underrated and worth so much more to the Cavs than his long-range shooting; How J.B. Bickerstaff is holding the ship together for the injury-plagued Cavaliers; Terry shares his insights on the surprising Akron Zips basketball team, which will take on UCLA in March Madness, and the unlikely story of MAC Tournament MVP Enrique Freeman; Terry answers a couple of Hey, Terry! questions on the Guardians’ name change, and their TV contract with Bally’s; And a Terry’s Trivia question about Amari Cooper and one of his high school teammates. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  Terry shares his thoughts on the trade of Russell Wilson to Denver, the Packers keeping Aaron Rodgers, and what Matt Ryan’s age and contract mean for the Browns this offseason; After Darius Garland went for a career-high 41 points to go with 13 assists in Tuesday’s win over the Pacers, Terry talks about Cavs he’s seen take over games, and which Cavs guards he’s reminded of when he watches Garland; Terry discusses what Rajon Rondo’s return from injury might mean to the rotation; After David Njoku was franchised by the Browns, Terry talks about what he thinks the future holds for him; After Calvin Ridley’s suspension by the NFL, we consider whether players be allowed to bet on their own sport; Terry talks about the Case Western Reserve men’s basketball team, which has made the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Division III Tournament; Sports are an important pastime for people who are caretakers or are shut in, something Terry highlights in his Faith & You column this week; We answer a Hey, Terry! question about whether Kevin Stefanski is the right coach for the Browns right now; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia, about the Browns and the franchise tag. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights for this week's podcast: What Terry thought about comments by Browns GM Andrew Berry at the NFL Combine on Baker Mayfield and other offseason decisions; Why Terry thinks the Browns should seek a pass rusher with the 13th pick in the first round; $8 million could be an important number for the Browns; Terry explains why; Is tight end David Njoku worth the $10 million-plus he’s expected to draw on a new contract? Terry on why a slow tempo is the Cavaliers’ best friend; Why it’s fine that Darius Garland participated in All-Star Weekend, even though he’s sidelined with a back injury now; What it is Terry likes about the Cavs’ Junkyard Dog Award; Terry discusses the red-hot Kent State men’s basketball team, which will be one of the favorites at next week’s Mid-American Conference Tournament in Cleveland; Some Hey, Terry! questions on who would make the decision if Kevin Stefanski ends up not calling plays in 2022; and whether Baker Mayfield is the right in Cleveland going forward; And this week’s “Terry’s Trivia,” about the Cavs’ franchise top-10 list for most blocks in a season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights from this week's podcast:   Terry’s thoughts on the big weekend that was NBA All-Star Game 2022, where Cleveland showed its best side to the world; How the Cavs All-Stars can keep their feet on the ground after a star-struck weekend; Would LeBron James fit on this version of the Cavaliers? How Darius Garland and Caris LeVert prepare for the homestretch of the NBA regular season; Terry on Jarvis Landry’s string of Tweets; will he be a Brown in 2022? Why Terry likes Teddy Bridgewater as a backup QB from the Browns; The story behind Cleveland State basketball’s Horizon League regular-season title and the snowstorm they had to drive through to capture it; A “Hey, Terry” question on whether fans have more fondness for this version of the Cavs and the 1990s team than for the 2016 NBA champions; And this week’s “Terry’s Trivia,” about which college football program has the most players on the Browns roster. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why it’s a treat to be in Cleveland when the Cavs are good and the NBA is coming to town for All-Star Weekend; J.B. Bickerstaff’s message for the Cavs heading into the break was: “We’ll be fine.” What’s Terry think of that? Terry answers some key questions the Cavs will face coming out of All-Star Weekend; What do Mark Price and Darius Garland have in common? Terry shares his conversation with Price this week; Why point guard is the hardest position for a young player to learn in the NBA; Terry on how the national narrative on the Browns and Odell Beckham Jr. has gotten woefully off course; What the Bengals – and the Browns – could have learned from watching the Super Bowl halftime show; Do the Browns have the makings of a defense good enough to get them to the Super Bowl next season? Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, where he shares the tale of a long-ago trip to Pennsylvania with his father to woo a baseball prospect; Terry answers fan questions on Aaron Donald removing his helmet late in the Super Bowl; and whether the Browns should draft a center in the first round; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia, about years the Cavs had two All-Stars play in an All-Star Game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Why Caris LeVert fits on the Cavs, and just not because of his stats; Why Terry disagrees with Cavs fans who think they have too many guards on the roster; What J.B. Bickerstaff means when he says the Cavs “don’t want to disappoint each other;” What Browns fans are feeling as they watch the Bengals in the Super Bowl; As discussed in this week’s cleveland.com series “Earning Their Stripes,” we talk about why the Browns aren’t that far away, they just need to upgrade at “point-scoring” positions; What Cleveland fans can learn from the Rams when it comes to needing first-round draft picks to win big; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which deals with how we tend to lash out and turn negative when bad things happen in our lives – and how we can deal with that; We answer some Hey, Terry! questions on Bill Fitch; a fan’s proposal that the Browns trade Baker Mayfield for a quality kicker; and what Caris LeVert’s arrival means for Collin Sexton’s future; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia, about the two Cavs coaches who have been named NBA Coach of the Year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: What Terry thought of Cavs vs. Celtics Game 4; What these playoffs have done for Darius Garland J.B. Bickerstaff: Is his job safe? And if not, who could replace him? The refs and whether the Cavs got what they deserved; What this all means for Donovan Mitchell and his Cleveland future; What message LeBron James was trying to send by attending Game 4; Why the Guardians love creating chaos; Why Emmanuel Clase looks different this year; The Browns games Terry is most excited to see. The schedule comes out Wednesday. Terry talks graduation speeches; and our listener letters about catching foul balls, and other adventures at the ballpark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why winning ugly might be OK for the Cavaliers with such a young roster; Terry on Evan Mobley and Isaac Okoro making the Rising Stars Game for NBA All-Star Weekend; What it says about NBA head coaches if they don’t vote for the Cavs’ Jarrett Allen as one of the All-Star reserves; Why the Cavs are far better off without Kevin Porter Jr., even if he is averaging 13.1 points per game for the Rockets; Terry on the Brian Flores lawsuit against the NFL, and Hue Jackson’s claim that the Browns paid him for each game he lost; Terry explains why Matt Ryan and Kirk Cousins can fit in the Browns’ salary cap if they trade for them, even with salaries over $45 million a year; Why Terry says MLB and the players union should agree to let players see medical and training staffs during lockouts; Terry shares background on his column on Nancy Score, who passed away recently, and her late husband Herb, the longtime Indians pitcher and announcer; Terry answers some Hey, Terry! questions on doctored field-goal uprights, and Rashard Higgins; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia question on Cavaliers who have won the Three-Point Contest at the NBA All-Star Game.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terry’s thoughts on how the Cavs can weather the storm with another key injury, this time a high ankle sprain for Lauri Markkanen; Why Kevin Love is kind of like Andrew Miller on the 2016 Cleveland Indians; How Isaac Okoro and Lamar Stevens have been giving the Cavs exactly what they need; Terry on why fans should watch Wednesday night’s Cavs game against the Bucks for a preview of what playoff defenses could look like for Darius Garland; Why the NFL playoff games over the weekend are just another reminder that the Browns need to get their place-kicking straight; The Pluto Overtime Proposal: How Terry would fix the NFL’s overtime rules; Why it’s a good idea for Baker Mayfield to go on a social-media blackout; Major League Baseball and the players need to settle this labor disagreement fast, for the good of the game; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for the week, about trying to make up for “lost time” in a relationship (hint: it requires being humble and not trying to make the rules); Fans have Hey, Terry! questions on Mitch Trubisky maybe coming home to Cleveland; and if these Cavs are reminiscent of the Mike Fratello-era Cavs; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia on the Browns’ all-time leading scorers – a list where kickers shine. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darius Garland says the Cavs consider themselves one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. Are they? Speaking of Garland, he’s putting up some impressive numbers; how will he adjust when the league begins to adjust to him? Terry’s thoughts on The Mayfield Matrix, and which of the five options for the Browns and Baker Mayfield he would pursue; Baker Mayfield’s surgery and what to expect next; Terry presents some Pro Football Focus numbers on just how good the Browns’ young defensive backs were in 2021; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which is about worrying and how we can plan more, so that we worry less; Terry addresses questions on why the Tennessee Titans are so good; and whether Kevin Stefanski is fiery enough to lead the Browns; And some Terry’s Trivia on the Cavs’ all-time leading rebounders. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The deal with Baker Mayfield, and how the Browns have many options at quarterback; 3 things the Browns and Mayfield could do now to end the drama; Why players and teams saying they “plan” to do something doesn’t mean a whole lot; Terry weighs in on whether it mattered that Mayfield didn’t meet with reporters for a season wrapup; Team unity, and how much it was a factor for the Browns in 2021; Terry’s thoughts on the Browns’ biggest offseason needs, talent and otherwise; Why Koby Altman's contract extension with the Cavs was the right thing to do, and the right time to do it; What the Cavs are set to do that they haven’t done since 1997-98; Terry previews Cleveland State basketball’s big Horizon League game Thursday at home vs. Oakland, a No. 1 vs. No. 2 conference matchup; Terry discusses his Faith & You column for the upcoming weekend, about why we beat ourselves up and what we can do to work through it when we do; Hey, Terry! questions about why Cleveland is a football town; Rajon Rondo; and whether the Browns have made the playoffs if Case Keenum had played more. And this week’s Terry’s Trivia about the Browns’ all-time GMs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights:   Will Baker Mayfield be back next season? Why he might, and might not; The Browns’ disappointing lack of discipline, especially when it comes to presnap penalties; Why the Browns couldn’t figure out how to block the Steelers’ T.J. Watt; Is Kevin Stefanski too rigid when it comes to approach and in-game adjustments? Doug Dieken has announced he’s retiring, and Terry talks about what he’s meant to the Browns franchise; Terry’s thoughts on how Rajon Rondo will fit in with the Cavaliers; Why J.B. Bickerstaff’s culture is making a difference every day for the Cavs; Which Cavaliers belong in next month’s NBA All-Star Game, which will be held in Cleveland; Terry answers some fan questions on the Browns’ offseason; Doug Dieken; and Stump Mitchell; Terry discusses his “Faith & You” column for this week, about the best advice people have received, and what they have done – or not done – with that advice; And a Terry’s Trivia question on jersey No. 73 and the Browns.     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights:   What has to happen for the Browns to make the playoffs (it’s not that complicated); What the loss in Green Bay means for Baker Mayfield’s future with the Browns; Why there was a bit of a difference in tone about Mayfield after the loss to the Packers; Why Mayfield’s footwork is not what it should be this late in this season; Who’s back from the COVID list heading into Monday night’s game in Pittsburgh; Why Terry thinks a 9-8 record is important for the Browns even if it doesn’t get them into the playoffs; What Ricky Rubio’s injury against New Orleans on Tuesday night means for the Cavs; Is Ben Simmons worth consideration if Rubio is out for an extended period? Why it’s key that the Cavs keep Kevin Love’s minutes at a reasonable level;  The latest Terry is hearing on David Blitzer buying ownership in the Guardians; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, about facing our fears with perspective; Terry answers your questions about Evan Mobley-Tim Duncan comparisons, and why a Cavs deal for Ben Simmons is a bad idea; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia question about the longest-tenured Cavs coaches.       See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights:   The Browns lost to the Raiders amid a COVID outbreak; did the coaches maximize the talent they had available? Why the Raiders looked like the more desperate team; How some “conservative creativity” could have helped the Browns; How tough it’s been for the Browns to score points in the fourth quarter, and what that shortcoming is doing to their season; Why all is not lost for the Browns given their tiebreakers vs. AFC North opponents; What we know about the Cavs coming off their own COVID outbreak; Why J.B. Bickerstaff of the Cavs should be in the conversation for NBA Coach of the Year; What a potential sale of some of the Guardians ownership to David Blitzer means, both on and off the field; Terry talks about his Faith & You column for this weekend, about a special moment he and his father had in a Waffle House restaurant on Christmas night. And Terry answers fan questions on Cedi Osman, Phil Dawson and why the Browns played a “prevent defense” at game’s end vs. the Raiders. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's pod: With the Browns going through a rash of positive COVID tests, how will they negotiate preparations for the Raiders game Saturday? How the Browns will handle the coaching and play calling with Mike Priefer and Alex Van Pelt; and how the players on the field will have to adjust; Thoughts on why the Browns can win Sunday; The phenomenon that is the Cavaliers, who are 17-12 and the No. 4 team in the Eastern Conference behind the Nets, Bulls and Bucks. How the franchise has turned around from the depths of the post-LeBron era; How Kevin Love has turned it around and is having fun with this team, and why it’s hard to believe it’s only been eight months since his April apology for pouting and throwing the ball away against the Raptors; Terry’s thoughts on whether the Cavs are just a playoff team, or if they can be more; Akron’s hiring of Joe Moorhead as its new football coach, and why that came together for Moorhead and the Zips; Terry answers Hey, Terry! fan questions on whether Mitch Trubisky would fit with the Browns next season; Dylan Windler; and why Jim Donovan is just the latest in a long line of outstanding Browns play-by-play announcers; And a Terry’s Trivia question on the last coach to win more than 40 football games with the Akron football program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s show:   Terry has two books named on Esquire’s list of the Top 100 Baseball Books of All-Time; Why if the Browns had a shot to defeat the Ravens this season, Sunday is the day; It’s December, meaning it’s time we find out how good Browns kicker Chase McLaughlin really is; What Terry thinks about the Browns using Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt on the field at the same time, and how he expects they’ll use them; What the Cavs can do offensively now that Darius Garland is starting to draw some serious defensive attention from opponents; What kind of player the Cavs might look for in a midseason trade; With the holidays coming, there will be political discussion, emotions and alcohol at many family gatherings; Terry shares some survival techniques he’s learned to get through the season – which is the topic of his Faith & You column this week; Terry answers some Hey, Terry! questions on Kevin Love and what a new labor agreement might mean for the Guardians; And we banter about this week’s Terry’s Trivia question, about the 1958 AL Most Valuable Player voting, which included Rocky Colavito. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode:   Reaction from Browns GM Andrew Berry’s media interview on Wednesday as the Browns enter their bye week; Will Baker Mayfield get right before it’s too late? Can the Browns fix their issue with presnap penalties – a category where they’ve been among the league leaders; How Jarvis Landry fits and what it says about the Browns offense going forward; Why wasn’t Nick Chubb in for the final drive in the loss to the Ravens? The most important stat when it comes to Cavs rookie Evan Mobley; How the Cavs’ lineup with three 7-footers is like the Navy football team and causing headaches for opponents; Why Lauri Markkanen is an unsung hero so far this season; How the Cavs are making the Kevin Love situation work; Kent State’s surprising appearance in Saturday’s MAC Football Championship; Akron may be close to hiring a new coach in former assistant Joe Moorhead; Terry discusses this week’s Faith & You column, which is about how to keep the holidays about what they’re about instead of dwelling on the past; Your Hey Terry! questions; And a Terry’s Trivia question on Charlie Frye and the Browns’ 2005 draft. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: The Cavaliers' playoff loss to the Celtics was not unexpected, given the Celtics' strong home record and defensive prowess. Darius Garland's performance in the playoffs has been underwhelming, both offensively and defensively. The debate about whether Bo Naylor should be sent down to the minors to work on his offense and defense. The Cavaliers need more production from players on the margins, such as Isaac Okoro. Why the Guardians have time with Bo Naylor and Kyle Manzardo and can be patient with their development. What Jerry Jeudy will bring and why the Browns like him. Readers share their stories of catching foul balls at baseball games, highlighting the excitement and memories associated with these moments. Terry has started a new newsletter where he shares his thoughts and interacts with readers. He invites readers to share their stories and ideas for future columns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s show featuring cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell:   What’s important about what’s going on with Baker Mayfield; Should Mayfield have pushed back at the booing fans at Sunday’s win? Why the Ravens are a tough statistical matchup for the Browns; the convergence of events that has put the Kent State football team in contention for the Mid-American Conference championship; the Cavs are hanging in there through a rash of injuries; was Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff right to call out NBA referees and demand more respect for his team? Or was he giving them an excuse? Why Jarrett Allen may be an underappreciated player who’s just right for what the Cavs want to do; Which player Terry is nervous about the Guardians losing after they set their 40-man roster; Terry talks about his Faith & You column, and how people are thankful even after having to battle through countless obstacles; Terry answers some “Hey Terry!” questions about Albert Belle; the state of the Browns locker room; and the “Turkey Trot” that the Browns used to do in the 1980s; And a “Terry’s Trivia” question about Brandon Weeden’s baseball career. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s show: Why this week has been Kevin Stefanski’s biggest challenge so far as Browns head coach; Baker Mayfield is as tough as they come, but as banged-up as he is, should he be playing? What Joe Woods and the coaches might do to get the defense back on track; How the Browns can get the wide receivers more involved in the offense; What formula the Cavaliers have used to win games during their surprising start, and how they might try to weather injuries to Collin Sexton and Evan Mobley; What kind of player Terry would like to see the Guardians bring in this offseason; Terry talks about his upcoming Faith & You column, which contemplates how people manage grief during a holiday season without a friend or family member who has died; and the issues that arise when that person has been lost to suicide; Terry answers some “Hey, Terry!” questions about whether the Browns players have lost faith in the coaching staff, and where the Cavs might find scoring for the next few weeks; And a Terry’s Trivia question about former Browns head coach Eric Mangini. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s show, featuring cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell:   The Browns’ “Paying of the Guards,” as they locked up Wyatt Teller and Joel Bitonio to new deals this week; and why Ray Farmer should get a tip of the hat; Terry weighs in on what the signings mean, if anything, for extensions for QB Baker Mayfield and DB Denzel Ward; How will the Browns attack the Patriots defense on Sunday if they are without Nick Chubb, Demetric Felton and Kareem Hunt; Why this another “biggest game of the year” for the Browns against the Patriots; How impressive the Cavs have been with their 7-4 record, which is better than Milwaukee, the Lakers and Portland, to name a few; The Cavs’ upcoming homestand and how they’ll weather being without Collin Sexton, Kevin Love and Lauri Markkanen; Terry on whether Evan Mobley is special and a transformative player; Terry gives his early impressions of the Cleveland State men’s basketball team, which played at BYU on Tuesday night and has its home opener Saturday against Ohio; We discuss Terry’s Faith & You column this week, which is about counting your blessings and appreciating that even when you have it bad, there are people who have it worse than you do; And Terry answers some “Hey, Terry!” questions from fans and a “Terry’s Trivia” question about Wyatt Teller. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode featuring cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell:   Why Browns vs. Steelers is Terry’s most-looked-forward-to Browns game since the opener against the Chiefs; What was behind D’Ernest Johnson’s breakout game against Denver, 22 carries for 146 yards; Why the Cavs are starting to build an identity, even though the season is only a handful of games old; What kind of basketball the Cavs are playing, and what kind of ball they want to play; The surprising case of Eddie Rosario’s postseason after the Indians traded him to Atlanta; Terry discusses his upcoming “Faith & You” column about families dealing with dementia; Terry answers fan questions about whether Kenny Lofton or Omar Vizquel will be in the Hall of Fame someday; and if he’s concerned about the banged-up Browns offensive line; And this week’s Terry’s Trivia: What’s unique about Cody Allen’s birthday?         See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s new episode of Terry’s Talkin’, cleveland.com’s podcast featuring cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell:   Terry weighs in on why it was the right call to sit Baker Mayfield and start Case Keenum for Thursday night’s game against the Broncos; Why the Steelers game on Oct. 31 is the one the Browns should aim to have players return for; What it could mean for Joe Woods and the defense if they continue to give up big passing plays; With the Cavs starting their season this week, Terry makes his prediction for what the team’s record will be; And we lay out the upcoming early-season five-game road trip that could leave the young roster with some questions about how good they can be. Terry discusses his “Faith & You” column for this week, about when people realize their parents are aging and roles are reversed; And he answers your Hey, Terry! questions about whether Kevin Stefanski should continue to call the offensive plays, and other topics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto and host David Campbell talk Cleveland sports. On this week's show:   Terry on why it’s OK if Baker Mayfield is a good quarterback but not an elite one; What can be done to help Mayfield and Odell Beckham Jr. connect more, especially when the game hangs in the balance; Why Evan Mobley reminds him of former Cavs Larry Nance Sr. and Hot Rod Williams; Terry answers Hey, Terry! questions from fans on the Guardians’ Logan Allen (not Logan T. Allen) and Eli Morgan next spring; and whether there will be an MLB work stoppage heading into the 2022 season. Terry discusses his upcoming Faith & You column about hiking, finding remnants of abandoned old houses and what it represented to him. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode with Terry Pluto and host David Campbell:   What’s up with Baker Mayfield and what can he do to get right? What Terry thinks the Browns should do at left tackle with Jedrick Wills Jr. battling his ankle injury and backup Chris Hubbard still hurting; Terry gives his take on Urban Meyer and what his future might hold with the Jacksonville Jaguars; Terry’s impressions of the Cavs’ blowout loss Tuesday night in their preseason opener in Chicago; Why Terry is high on the Guardians in 2022 and what he thinks about their chances of winning 90 games; Fan questions on Demetric Felton’s punt-return approach and why fans can’t just be happy when the Browns win; And Terry shares thoughts on his “Faith & You” column and advice from readers about how to better communicate with important people in your life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a new episode of Terry’s Talkin’, cleveland.com’s new podcast featuring cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto, and host David Campbell. On this week’s episode: What it was like to be at the Indians’ final home game on Monday; and what the name change to Guardians means for the future; Was the Browns defense awesome Sunday, was the Bears offense terrible, or was it a combination of both? Why the Vikings are going to be tough matchup for the Browns on Sunday afternoon; Why a buyout for Kevin Love is still on the table, regardless of what you might be hearing; Hey, Terry! questions from readers, including one about the Guardians’ approach to free agency as the name changes this offseason; And a Terry’s Trivia question about two Browns connections drafted before Justin Gilbert in 2014. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this week's edition of Terry's Talkin', featuring Plain Dealer/cleveland.com columnist Terry Pluto and host David Campbell. On this week's episode: The improbable journey of former Indian and fan favorite Jerry Dybzinski; and Terry recalls his days playing against him; How the Browns beat the Texans, even though they haven’t found a defensive identity yet; Why Terry thinks Rashard Higgins can make a difference for the next few weeks while Jarvis Landry is sidelined; Which prospects are catching Terry’s eye and could be wearing a Cleveland Guardians uniform the next couple of years; With Cavaliers media day approaching Monday, what does the future hold for Kevin Love? Why Ben Simmons, who may have played his last game for the 76ers, probably isn’t coming to the Cavs; The importance of realizing that sometimes it’s OK to not say something; And a Jerry Dybzinski-related trivia question to wrap up the show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Terry's Talkin', cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto tackles the following issues with host David Campbell: What's a fair standard for fans to expect from Baker Mayfield after Sunday's loss to the Chiefs? What's next for the Browns defense? Whether the Browns used the right run/pass formula in Kansas City What the bottom line is on the Browns after their season-opening loss; Terry breaks down the Indians' recent trades, and what they've gotten in return (hint: They're winning the trades). Terry answers some "Hey, Terry!" questions from fans, including one on Ben Simmons. and discusses his Faith & You column about how the COVID pandemic has changed us. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: More phrases we would like to see disappear from the sports landscape; In praise of Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland after Cavs win Game 5 vs. Orlando; How concerned should Cavs fans be about Jarrett Allen's rib injury? Who's in favor and who's riding the bench for the rest of the series; The best Cavs player defensively vs. Paulo Banchero is ...; Terry on whether LeBron James will return to the Cavs after he turns down his Lakers option for next season; A reader asks: Why does it make sense to pitch Emmanuel Clase in a tie game on the road?  What it suggests that the Browns didn't make any trades during NFL Draft 2024; Taking stock of the Browns running backs; Terry is seeking your stories about moms and mom figures for Mother's Day. You can email them to TerryPlutoInsiders@cleveland.com; And we read two more listener stories about how they got a foul ball at a baseball game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Episode 2 of Terry's Talkin' with Terry Pluto, cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist; and host David Campbell. This week: On a scale of 1-5, how important is the Browns’ season opener at Kansas City anyway? What it’s like to see a game at Arrowhead Stadium. How will Joe Woods and the revamped Browns defense approach stopping Patrick Mahomes and the high-powered Chiefs offense? Terry talks about which Browns players he’s most excited to see in a real game Sunday. The Indians’ young pitchers are growing up in front of our eyes; Terry has thoughts on what it means for the future. Forget payroll: Terry wants to discuss how the Indians have come out on top in so many recent trades. An appreciation of a man who’s in some elite company this season: Jose Ramirez. It’s slow time in the NBA, which gives us time to ponder whether the Cavs should try to put three 7-footers on the floor at the same time this season. And, we learn a little something about the 1972 novelty song “Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road,” which Terry admits he saw performed live in Cleveland; and who is the singer’s Grammy-nominated son. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this debut episode of the "Terry's Talkin'" podcast, cleveland.com and Plain Dealer columnist Terry Pluto talks Cleveland sports with host David Campbell. In today's episode: Terry gives his impression of the Browns' offense, defense and special teams now that the preseason is over, and what position group he thinks has an embarrassment of riches; We get into the story behind the Cavs' trade of Larry Nance Jr., and how it was something Nance and agent Mark Bartlestein were hoping could happen so he could play on a winner; We discuss how the Indians might not be competing for a playoff spot, but they are "winning" the 2021 season as they renovate everything from top to bottom in anticipation of a big year in 2022; Terry talks about experiences he's had with retail and food-service employees, and how we can make a difference by putting ourselves in their shoes when we're waiting for service. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HIghlights: More pet peeves in sports broadcasting. The Guardians have been performing well, with the bullpen, Stephen Kwan and Tyler Freeman leading the way. Francisco Lindor has struggled with the New York Mets, raising questions about the impact of playing in a high-pressure market. Evan Mobley's growth and development. The upcoming NFL draft and the "Deshaun Watson Tariff." Darius Garland's inconsistency and what it means for the Cavs. Terry's Faith & You column and near-death experiences. More listener foul ball stories. Terry recommends his book 'Vintage Cavs' for some good playoff reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices