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Podcast: Locked On Guardians - Daily Podcast On The Cleveland Guardians
Episode: PREVIEW: Cleveland Guardians 2026 PREDICTIONS, Surprises | Playoff Run and Development are Key
Description: Cleveland Guardians gear up for a make-or-break 2026 as rising stars Chase DeLauter and Travis Bazzana aim to bring development and a playoff push. Can the Guardians’ youth movement overcome the Detroit Tigers' pitching juggernaut and claim the AL Central crown? Justin Lada  and Jeff Ellis give their bold predictions on team win totals, breakout candidates like Joey Cantillo and Parker Messick, plus potential disappointments including David Fry. The hosts weigh in on José RamÃrez’s milestone chase, Steven Kwan’s Gold Glove chances, and the long-awaited arrivals of pitching phenoms Daniel Espino. With hot takes on Bo Naylor’s bat, Bazz...