Terry Pluto

Cleveland

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Sports columnist for https://t.co/wtEzxinA7V and author of more than 30 books, including Curse of Rocky Colavito and Loose Balls.

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A question Browns QB Shedeur Sanders should ask himself – Terry Pluto

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

CLEVELAND, Ohio – “Leave the kid alone.”That’s what some people will say about Shedeur Sanders receiving a speeding ticket for driving 101 mph in a 60-mph zone on Interstate 71 in Strongsville earlier in the week. Others then will compare Sanders to troubled Browns players of the past. A reader emailed me: “Does anyone remember Johnny Manziel?”Can we take a deep breath? Sanders is the most hyped fifth-round draft pick in NFL history.
Can the Guardians escape the ‘blah’ identity crisis? – Terry Pluto

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

Updated: Jun. 17, 2025, 12:19 p.m.|Published: Jun. 17, 2025, 12:11 p.m.Guardians Manager Stephen Vogt has been searching for answers to the team's so-so performance in the first 70 games. Joshua Gunter, cleveland.comCLEVELAND, Ohio – Talking to myself about the Guardians, who entered Tuesday night with a 35-35 record:QUESTION: What is the manager talking about when he says the team has a lack of identity?
What I’m hearing about Darius Garland & the Cavs - Terry Pluto

1 week ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

Updated: Jun. 15, 2025, 6:01 a.m.|Published: Jun. 15, 2025, 6:00 a.m.Despite his toe surgery, the Cavs are still getting trade offers for Darius Garland. APCLEVELAND, Ohio — What I’m hearing about the Cavs:1. Darius Garland had major big toe surgery earlier in the week. The Cavs’ press release mentioned him returning to basketball activities in four to five months. That doesn’t mean playing actual games.
For many, these stories will make you call Dad — Terry Pluto’s Faith & You

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

CLEVELAND, Ohio — I learned a long time ago that my best stories about life often come from my readers. On Facebook and other social media, I asked for stories about their fathers and/or father figures. Father’s Day can be painful for some because of missing dads, angry dads and other versions of family mess. Both for others, it’s a time to look back with a grateful heart.
What I’m hearing as Guardians ‘tread water’ - Terry Pluto

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

CLEVELAND, Ohio — What I’m hearing about the Guardians:1. Here’s a look at how the Guardians view this season. As the team headed into the weekend, the Guardians were 35-32. At the same point in 2024, they were 44-23. It’s a huge difference. They roared to a fast start in 2024 much like the Tigers (45-25) have done this season. 2. In their next 67 games after the fast 2024 start, the Guardians were 32-35. In other words, it was a so-so performance.
Who is the real leader of Browns? Ask Joe Flacco -- Terry Pluto

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

Updated: Jun. 12, 2025, 6:07 a.m.|Published: Jun. 12, 2025, 6:00 a.m.Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco at mandatory minicampIf you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
About Browns, Nick Chubb & cruel reality of NFL – Terry Pluto

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Jim Brown was 29 in his final season with the Browns. As Nick Chubb is set to head to Houston, the former Browns running back is also 29. Nick Chubb & Jim Brown. This is not to say Chubb’s career in Cleveland matched that of Jim Brown. Not even close. No one wearing a Browns helmet had a career like Jim Brown. But when I think of Browns running backs, Jim Brown is No. 1. And yes, Chubb is No. 2. Talkin’ Browns ... what they said ...
Talkin’ Browns ... what they said ... what it means - Terry Pluto

2 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

BEREA, Ohio — I was in Berea for the Browns’ OTA practice session available to the media this past week. Several Browns also spoke at the team’s charity golf outing Monday. Here are some things that were said … and my guess about what it means. Kevin Stefanski on Kenny Pickett“I like how Kenny’s wired. He’s a really tough kid. When we traded for him, Coach (Pat) Narduzzi called me right away. (He) was thrilled because he just believes in who the young man is and how he goes about his business.
The Cavs should do something, but what? – Terry Pluto

3 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

CLEVELAND, Ohio – What should the Cavs do? I was thinking about that while watching Indiana ambush OKC 111-110 in the opening round of the NBA playoffs. Heading into Game 2 of the Finals, Indiana has a 13-4 record in the playoffs. They were 34-14 after January 1 in the regular season. Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton has made four shots in the final 1.3 seconds in the playoffs to either give his team the lead or tie the score.
This can change your mind (and your life) - Terry Pluto’s Faith & You

3 weeks ago | cleveland.com | Terry Pluto

CLEVELAND, Ohio – I recently was working out on the rowing machine. I kept thinking, “I’m getting tired.”I kept thinking, “I’m almost 70. I’m too old for this.”I kept thinking … That was part of the problem … not simply thinking … but what I was thinking about. “Your life often moves in the direction of your strongest thoughts,” wrote Christian author Craig Groeschel.