The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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Don't Blame Vogt: Matt Dery Says the Guardians Bats Are the Problem Oct 06, 2026

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Matt Dery of the Dery Brothers Guardians Cast says he had no issue with Stephen Vogt sending Gavin Williams back out for the sixth, pointing to the offense going hitless with runners in scoring position, while the hosts argue Williams earned the chance to keep rolling. Dery would move a slumping Jose Ramirez down the order, wants hitting coach Grant Fink replaced and still believes the Guardians can win in Chicago. He also isn't thrilled with the White Sox bullpen game approach, but admits it's working, and he likes Tanner Bibee to start Game 3.

Seven in Heaven Is Back: Are the Browns Really Playoff Bound? Oct 06, 2026

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Seven in Heaven returns for the first time in two years with the hosts predicting how the AFC playoff field will shake out, and they clash on the wild card spots. Anthony has the Browns as a five seed and Houston in the field while Ken has the Bengals fifth, the Browns seventh and the Texans on the outside. The debate over whether Cleveland's postseason case rests on an easy schedule and late game heroics from Deshaun Watson gets heated, with a side trip into whether Raiders fans have lost their home field edge in Vegas.

Bump Jose Ramirez Down the Order or Keep Him in the Two Hole? Oct 06, 2026

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After Guardians fans light up social media over Jose Ramirez's playoff struggles, Ken and Lima argue over whether his October track record should change how he's viewed in franchise history. One says the team wouldn't be here without him, while the other thinks he's clearly not himself and needs to move out of the two hole. A caller says Ramirez has a habit of disappearing in October, injury or not, and the group wonders if too much pressure falls on him because the young bats around him keep coming up short.

When Do We Stop Defending Jose Ramirez? Oct 06, 2026

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Guardians fans are hunting for someone to blame after falling behind 2-0, with callers pointing at Patrick Bailey's missed block, first-pitch swings in the ninth and what the organization is teaching its young hitters. Ken and Lima clash over Jose Ramirez, with one refusing to blame him because of his hand injury while the other argues that if expectations are that low he can't stay in the two hole. Is it smart accountability or excuse-making for the guy who got this team to October?

The Guardians Are Down 0-2 and the Season is Basically Over Oct 06, 2026

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The Guardians now trail 2-0 after Stephen Vogt let Gavin Williams start the sixth and then went to the bullpen with Williams still throwing 100 mph and sitting on 11 strikeouts. Ken and Lima debate whether to blame the manager, the offense that wasted a two-run start or the pitching that unraveled late. Callers pile on Vogt, and the Pope's favorite team gets some blame too.

Full Show: Monday, October 5, 2026 Oct 05, 2026

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Ken and Anthony analyze the Guardians' critical Game 2 situation against the White Sox while addressing frustrations with the team's listless offense. They also delve into the Browns' quarterback depth chart, evaluating Dillon Gabriel’s return and the potential trade market for Shedeur Sanders.

(00:02:10) Guardians Playoff Recap

(00:07:58) Platoon Strategy Debate

(00:17:26) Browns Quarterback Competition

(00:25:12) Shedeur Sanders Potential

(00:35:58) Playbook Development Talk

(00:45:46) Deshaun Watson Consistency

(00:53:53) Payroll and Expectations

(01:01:11) Joe Adell Criticism

(01:08:39) Bengals and Burrow

(01:14:58) Deion Sanders Update

(01:22:06) Media Fairness Discussion

(01:30:55) Darrell Ryder Interview

(01:39:52) Browns Run Game

(01:48:26) Sanders Landing Spots

(02:00:05) Sean Casey Interview

(02:06:43) Division Winner Recognition

(02:13:08) Series Survival Pressure

(02:20:40) Jose Ramirez Evaluation

(02:27:42) Shedeur Trade Rumors

(02:34:04) Wooly Bear Festival

Hour 1: Browns' QB Dilemma as Dillon Gabriel Returns Oct 05, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cleveland Guardians' frustrating Game 1 loss to the White Sox and whether fans should panic before Game 2. They also dive into a heated discussion regarding the Browns' quarterback situation as Dillon Gabriel returns from the IR. The conversation shifts to whether the team should prioritize Shedeur Sanders' talent or Gabriel's knowledge of the offense.

(00:01:50) Guardians Game 1 Recap

(00:06:20) Game 2 Pitching Outlook

(00:13:42) Frustrated Caller Gary

(00:18:58) Dillon Gabriel Returning

(00:22:00) Backup Quarterback Debate

(00:31:15) QB Trade Possibilities

(00:38:10) Caller Brett on Shedeur

Hour 2: Ken and Lima Debate Guardians Pressure and Shedeur Sanders Oct 05, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Browns' surprising 3-1 start and the ongoing debate regarding the team's quarterback depth. They also preview the Guardians' must-win ALDS Game 2 while addressing fan concerns over payroll and coaching decisions.

(00:01:50) Browns Texans Comparison

(00:06:00) Watson Consistency Debate

(00:09:15) Gabriel vs Sanders Argument

(00:12:45) Guardians ALDS Pressure

(00:19:40) MLB Payroll Realities

(00:25:50) Guardians Coaching Critique

(00:31:20) Joe Burrow Assessment

(00:36:25) Deion Sanders Drama

Hour 3: Is Shedeur Sanders the Odd Man Out in the Browns QB Room? Oct 05, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the national media's portrayal of Deshaun Watson, specifically criticizing Robert Mays for what they perceive as an unfair evaluation of the quarterback's recent performance. Daryl Ruiter joins to discuss the logjam in the Cleveland Browns' quarterback room and whether Shedeur Sanders or Jerry Jeudy could be moved before the trade deadline. They also weigh the team's 3-1 start against lingering performance concerns while previewing upcoming matchups.

(00:02:23) Analyzing Deshaun Watson Criticism

(00:06:06) Watson Redemption Story Debate

(00:14:23) Daryl Ruiter Joins Show

(00:18:14) Potential Trade Candidates Explored

(00:21:20) Upcoming Jets Matchup Preview

(00:24:26) Jerry Jeudy Trade Value

(00:27:55) Guardians Season On Brink

(00:33:40) Shedeur Sanders Trade Market

(00:36:49) Quarterback Depth Scenarios Examined

Hour 4: Sean Casey on Guardians Playoffs & Shedeur Sanders Trade Rumors Oct 05, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima welcome MLB Network analyst Sean Casey to break down the Guardians' postseason approach and the mental hurdles of October baseball. They debate whether Game 2 is a must-win situation for Cleveland and address Daryl Ruiter's reporting on Shedeur Sanders' future with the Browns.

(00:02:05) Sean Casey Interview

(00:08:14) Title Expectations vs Reality

(00:15:29) Guardians Do-or-Die Debate

(00:24:20) Jose Ramirez Postseason Slump

(00:32:38) Shedeur Sanders Roster Rumors

(00:35:58) Dillon Gabriel Roster Status