# @bigplaycleveland on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=lZoxQYhTSc0
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/72573475-bigplaycleveland-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/ca796d4bd4.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-07-10T05:04:32.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** BIGPLAY (@bigplaycleveland) — https://gondola.cc/bigplaycleveland

## Caption

Bruce Drennan and Matt Fontana continue the conversation surrounding LeBron James' free agency, debating whether Cleveland remains the frontrunner to bring the four-time NBA champion back home after weeks of speculation and rumors.

Plus, Bruce reacts to Donovan Mitchell's contract extension with the Cavaliers, discussing what it means for the franchise's future and why it reinforces Mitchell's commitment to both the organization and the city of Cleveland.

The duo also breaks down the Guardians' bullpen collapse that handed the Twins a pivotal series victory, leaving Cleveland squarely in the middle of a tightly contested three-team race atop the AL Central.

Finally, Bruce and Matt discuss the Guardians' three All-Star selections—Travis Bazzana, Parker Messick, and Cade Smith—debate the biggest snubs from this year's Midsummer Classic, and react to legendary pitcher Justin Verlander's announcement that he will retire following the 2026 season.

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## Stats

- **Views:** 353
- **Likes:** 8
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 0

## Tags

mlballstar, donovanmitchell, nba, alcentral, lebronjames, cavaliers, guardians, justinverlander, cleveland

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