Let’s get a couple things out of the way. Yes, the Indians are listening to offers for some of their best players not named Francisco Lindor or Jose Ramirez. Yes, the realities of the Cleveland market and hosting only two postseason games since 2016—as well as the Dolan’s desire to not run the club at a loss, even temporarily—means the Tribe has limited financial maneuverability.
However, until someone other than Jon Heyman reports that Corey Kluber is on his way out of town, this is all business as usual.