Mike Axisa joined Baskin and Phelps to talk about the state of the Guardians and how the offense can go from scoring one run to hitting multiple home runs in back to back games. He praised Stephen Vogt's management style, shared his insight on potential trade deadline activity, and discussed what the future of baseball will look like after impending expansion.
Mike Axisa: Stephen Vogt is doing the right thing by platooning players; it's how to get the most out of them
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 8: Rhys Hoskins #8 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against the Minnesota Twins during the fourth inning at Target Field on July 8, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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By Baskin & Phelps
Jul 21, 2026, 12:31 PM ET
Baskin & Phelps
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