Approaching the Finish Line
by scott longert on 09/04/16The Indians start play today with a five and 1/2 game lead over Detroit. Barring a disaster I think the Tribe will win the division somewhat comfortably. They added Coco Crisp, a former Indian and a veteran of post-season play. Catcher Yan Gomes is on a rehab assignment and will soon join the Big League club.
The Indians finish the season with Detroit and Kansas City which means they probably won't be able to coast to the title. Recent outings by Trevor Bauer and Carlos Carrasco were a welcome sight. With Corey Kluber having a fabulous second half and the already mentioned two, that should be enough to get them deep in the post-season.
While I am slightly worried about Detroit my bigger concern is either Boston or Toronto in the playoffs. Boston has a lineup of hitters that can mash as good as anyone club in either league. Their pitching keeps getting better, especially with David Price coming around and Steven Wright off the DL. They might just be the team to beat in the American League.
I am happy to report my new book, No Money, No Beer, No Pennants will be released early on September 15. Thanks to my publisher, Ohio University Press for speeding up the release date. The book is available in hardcover and paperback. A great read on Cleveland Baseball history in the years of the Great Depression. It will be on my author page by Thursday and ready to order.
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