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Joel Hammond, the Communications Coordinator for the Cleveland Indians spoke with Sam Bourquin and Brad Russell ahead of Game 6 of thw World Series.

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With 83 days until Opening Day and just 18 short days until Tribe Fest, baseball season is on a lot of people's minds.

Cleveland Indians Communications Coordinator Joel Hammond joined the Average Sports Show Tuesday to talk about the event and some of the key elements that will take place on January 30.

Hammond says it's a great way for fans to interact with players in a relaxed setting.

"That's one of the biggest things we've heard from fans is how accessible the players are during Tribe Fest, and it's a great experience for them, (players and fans alike."

Some of the players who will be at Tribe Fest include Jason Kipnis, Michael Brantley, Danny Salazar, and more.

The event will be held at Aloft Cleveland Downtown from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

You can get General Admisson tickets for just $5 at Indians.com/TribeFest.

The Cleveland Indians are working on Phase II of the renovations at Progressive Field to make the fan experience even more enjoyable in 2016.

Joel Hammond, Communications Coordinator for the Tribe joined the Sam Bourquin Show to talk about the new additions, construction taking place in and around the ballpark, and what those changes will do to make the trip to the corner of Carneige and Ontario a good one.

"We're looking to extend a little bit of that right field corner district all around the ballpark," Hammond said.   "It'll give fans great views of the game."

 "We're going to bring some of that local flavor as far as the food with some to-be-announced restaurants to go along with Melt and Barrio."

There will also be a club put in Progressive Field right behind home plate.

The Corner bar in right field was a hit with fans last season, with many people making their way to that section of the ballpark to enjoy a few libations and catch the Tribe in action.

Also, Joel talked about the shoulder surgery for Indians outfielder Michael Brantley and what his timetable is to return.

"If I know Michael though, he will work tirelessly to get back to the field, and he'll try to accelerate his recovery as much as possible." Brantley's expected to be out 4-6 months.