GUARDIANS' PROSPECT PIPELINE HEATS UP: Velazquez's Rise, McKenzie's Return, and Injury Updates

Cleveland's farm system looks like it has a future star in Ralphy Velazquez. Justin Lada and Jeff Ellis analyze the Guardians' wealth of corner bat prospects, including Kyle Manzardo and CJ Kayfus and how to make them all fit. The guys break down Triston McKenzie's AAA stint, Juan Brito's injury setting back his future, and Daniel Espino's promising recovery. We also give live updates on Gavin Williams' improved outing and Brayan Rocchio's homer keep fans in the loop on the current squad's playoff push.

0:00 Intro: Rise of another power-hitting prospect

5:13 Ralphy Velazquez's breakout and first base logjam

10:41 Ranking prospects' raw and game power

15:33 Triston McKenzie's rehab and future outlook

20:37 Gavin Williams' improved start, McKenzie's options

25:58 Injury updates on Juan Brito and others

31:28 Daniel Espino's recovery and potential future role

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