On Monday, the Cleveland Indians announced the crowd capacity for Progressive Field would increase from 30% to 40%, effective on May 7th when the Tribe will host the Cincinnati Reds. This keeps the Indians in compliance with all health orders and mandates from Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Health while allowing 14,000 total fans into the ballpark!

Former MLB and Midview High School pitcher Ryan Feierabend has been signed by the Lake Erie Crushers for the 2021 season! Ryan graudated from Midview in 2003 and pitched for 3 different Major League teams in his 18-year professional career! Crushers owner Tom Kramig had the following to say about Ryan:

“To have the opportunity to welcome Ryan Feierabend back to northern Ohio to pitch for the Crushers is very exciting. We’re looking forward to not only seeing Ryan take the mound at Mercy Health Stadium but also to the impact he will have on our entire clubhouse.”

Feierabend is also excited to be back where it all started.

“To come back home and pitch for the hometown fans will be very special. I am looking forward to playing in Lorain County and help the Crushers win a Frontier League Championship.”

Ally Morgan, manager of the South Lorain Branch of the Lorain Public Library System, along with Joanne Eldridge-Tucker, member of the levy committee, joined the Morning Show crew to talk about Issue 22 (renewal levy for current expenses) and Issue 6 regarding the Sheffield Lake Domonkas Branch.

Take a listen to the interview below!

On Wednesday, legendary broadcaster Joe Tait passed away at the age of 83. Joe served as the voice of the youth and childhood of so many in northeast Ohio, calling games for the Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Cavaliers, and numerous other sports teams over the years.

Joe also called high school sports here on WEOL and was a staple of Lorain County athletics. We thank Joe for his kindness, compassion, and all-around greatness that he shared with so many for so long.

Tim Alcorn joined the WEOL Morning Show to reflect on the life of Joe Tait, take a listen below.