I'm sure many of you are aware of the early season winning streak the Indians have put together. From what I see, the team seems very grounded and confident from their suprising success. It seems like the team is gelling very well right now and that they are feeding off of one another which is producing positive results.
Pitcher, Josh Tomlin was recently quoted:
"I don't feel like we can be beat right now," said Tomlin, who allowed three runs over 6 2/3 innings. "I think everybody feels that way. I feel like, if we play the baseball we're capable of playing, then it's going to be tough for anybody to come in here and beat us.
He's young and maybe portraying a bit of overconfidence, but when players speak like this, it's usually a good sign.
The Tribe has been in the rebuilding stage trying to get back to the years of the mid 90's for quite a while and by the looks of things it's starting to feel like they may be able to suprise some people this year. The Dolan ownership has never made it easy for the team to keep big time talent, but I have always felt Shapiro had a knack for keeping quality talent coming through the system, and currently there is a good mix of new and veteran talent that are really starting to perform. In addition they are looking very healthy and Grady Sizemore is still in the minors making his way back to good health soon.
Of course, it's early. But if you think this is simply just luck, I would think again.
For what it's worth, keep an eye on these guys this year... this streak could be the start of a very good season.