Hour 4: Vogt’s Risky Elimination Game Pitching Decision
Hour 4: Vogt’s Risky Elimination Game Pitching Decision  
Podcast: The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima
Published On: Wed Oct 07 2026
Description: Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate Cleveland Guardians manager Steven Vogt's decision to start Daniel Espino over Tanner Bibee in a crucial elimination game. They analyze the fan base's growing pessimism regarding the lineup's offensive struggles while looking ahead to the Browns' game against the Jets. The discussion also features a debate on whether NFL players prefer starting for losing teams or being backups for winners. (00:01:50) Cavs Tickets Contest Banter (00:05:45) Guardians Pitching Decision Debate (00:09:40) Experience Versus Recent Performance (00:15:20) Strategy Behind Bullpen Games (00:19:30) Lineup Offensive Struggles Discussion (00:23:15) Quarterback Mentalities and Money (00:31:55) Pessimistic Fan Base Feelings (00:36:00) Friday Browns Final Preview