Oscar Mercado will not be Cleveland's Opening Day center fielder. So, who will it be? And how did the Indians arrive at this decision? Zack and T.J. talk about the remaining battle in center and address the rest of the team's roster puzzle. Also, big podcast news!

T.J. and Zack talk about the possible ways the Indians could assemble their starting rotation to begin the season (and if it matters) and assess Logan Allen's chances to make the squad. Then, the guys talk about center field and Amed Rosario's transition to the outfield.

Zack and T.J. discuss Billy Hamilton and Mike Freeman not making the Cleveland roster, detail how Andres Gimenez might be inching toward the opening day shortstop job, look for clear clues about the batting order and briefly talk about some Minor-League rule changes baseball will be toying with in 2021.

With additional details being reported about Mickey Callaway's time in Cleveland by The Athletic on Tuesday (https://theathletic.com/2420251/2021/03/02/indians-mickey-callaway-behavior/), Zack and T.J. discuss what that reveals about the organizational culture in Cleveland.

Zack and T.J. debate whether it's better for star players to play in big markets. Then, the guys ask the listeners for their input about the future of the podcast, talk about Francisco Lindor's "tired" comment and discuss what the back end of the Cleveland bullpen might look like in 2021.

Zack and T.J. reflect on the career of a now-retired Cody Allen. Then, the guys answer a number of questions and make predictions about the 2021 season. What is more likely to happen: Jose Ramirez wins MVP or Indians win the division? Who will get the most plate appearances in center field? Who will be the breakout hitter and pitcher? Those questions and more are answered this week.

Zack and T.J. revisit the Mike Clevinger trade and ask what would make that deal a future success? Then, the guys talk about an often overlooked member of that deal and determine how important he is to the overall evaluation of that trade. After, Zack and T.J. get a little unhinged talking about the state of the game.

Zack and T.J. share their pleasant memories of legendary Cleveland sports talk host and writer Les Levine, discuss the return of Bryan Shaw to the Indians on a minor-league deal and attempt to fill out the Opening Day lineup.