Tony Lariccia

Sunday. Dec. 17, 2017 Forum cover. Chris Morris illustration with some additional art direction by me.

American League Division Series Game 5. The Yankees completed a rally from a 2-0 series deficit to eliminate the defending American League-champion Indians in the best of five-of-five series. Photo by the Plain Dealer's Chuck Crow.

American League Division Series Game 5. Poster page after the Yankees completed a rally from a 2-0 series deficit to eliminate the defending American League-champion Indians in the best of five-of-five series. Photo by the cleveland.com's John Kuntz.

American League Division Series Game 4. After losing the first two-games of the series, the the Yankees forced a decisive Game 5 after roughing up the Indians Trevor Bauer, who was dominant in Game 1. Photos by the Plain Dealer's Chuck Crow.

American League Division Series Game 3. The Yankees denied the Indians' a sweep in the best-of-five series with a 1-0 triumph. Primary photo by the Plain Dealer's Chuck Crow.

American League Division Series Game 3. Poster page of the Yankees' 6-foot-7 center fielder Aaron "All Rise" Judge making a spectacular catch at the wall to deny the Indians' Francisco Lindor a two-run home run. Photo by Kathy Willens of the Associated Press.

American League Division Series Game 2. The Indians moved one win from a sweep in the best-of-five series with a dramatic 9-8 victory in 13 innings. Photo by The Plain Dealer's Chuck Crow.

American League Division Series Game 1. The Indians opened the best-of-five series with the Yankees with a shutout victory behind a dominant performance by pitcher Trevor Bauer, who carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning.

In September 2017, the Cleveland Indians on a record winning streak. I set up the format for our coverage. Fellow designer Margaret Reidel produced this companion piece for the "21" cover.

"A streak of their own" Collaborating and providing art direction with Plain Dealer illustrator Chris Morris, we created this live special section featuring each game of the Indians American League-record 22-game win streak. Design and content aggregation by me.

"A streak of their own" Collaborating and providing art direction with Plain Dealer illustrator Chris Morris, we created this live special section featuring each game of the Indians American League-record 22-game win streak. Design and content aggregation by me.

In September 2017, the Cleveland Indians on a record winning streak. I set up the format and designed this section front the 21st consecutive victory, which surpassed the American League record.

Following Kyrie Irving's 2017 offseason trade to the Boston Celtics, I produced this package to commemorate the guard's memorable six-year run with the Cavaliers, which included the shot that secured the team the 2015-16 NBA championship and the city's first sports title since 1964. I also researched and compiled a list of Irving's most noteworthy clutch performances during his Cleveland tenure.

After six seasons and two trips to the NBA Finals, the Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving expressed his desire no longer to play with LeBron James and asked the team for a trade. I scoured our photo archives for just the right image and finding this one from Plain Dealer photographer Thomas Ondrey,

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon was set to come back from a his latest suspension of the NFL's substance abuse policy next week. But he announced Thursday he will be checking into an inpatient rehab facility. Since 2012, Gordon has spent almost half his career serving league suspensions (32 games, 33 if you include one for violation of team rules). He's played in 35.

"Whiff of greatness:" In May 2015, Indians ace Corey Kluber, the reigning American League Cy Young winner, struck out 18 batters, tying the franchise mark held by Hall of Famer Bob Feller. Created a graphic detailing each strikeout on deadline.

"Ohio State vs. Michigan." A week after losing to Michigan State -- a defeat that severely dented hopes of repeating as national champions -- Ohio State visited archrival Michigan and rolled to one of the Buckeyes' biggest victories ever at The Big House.

"Women's World Cup final:" The U.S. had little trouble with Japan in the Women's World Cup final, earning the U.S. its third championship.

"Women's World Cup final:" Poster for Women's World Cup final.

"Ohio State vs. Michigan State:" Ohio State's chances of repeating as national champions all but ended when Michigan State kicked the game-winning field goal as time expired. Plain Dealer photographer Chuck Crow was in perfect position to capture the darkest day in two seasons for Ohio State fans.

"2014 World Cup:" The U.S. was ousted from the 2014 World Cup with a loss to Belgium in the Round of 16. For hopeful U.S. fans, the headline said it all.

"Concussions:" In 2015, the Cleveland Browns led the league in concussions. I photo edited for maximum effect of game's violence.

"Concussions" doubletriuck. In 2015, the Cleveland Browns led the league in concussions. I photo edited for maximum effect of game's violence.

"Manziel apology:' After a disappointing rookie season," Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel entered rehab for treatment of an undisclosed addition. Shortly after leaving the facility, Manziel issued an apology to fans. I choose to forgo a headline and put the words squarely on the young man's shoulders. Fast forward to less then a year later, and Manizel failed to live up to any of those words. He was released by the team and is facing a grand jury investigation into allegations of beating his girlfriend.

"Death Penalty:" The Plain Dealer calls for the abolition of the death penalty in the state of Ohio. Chris Morris illustration.

"Gun deaths:" As of November 2014, there were 140 gun-related deaths in Cuyahoga County.

"Patries Fears Spring to Life:" The 2016 presidential election has proven to be rather unconventional and unpredictable as both the Republican and Democratic parties face a kind of identity crisis in the face of a populace eager for change. Ted Crow illustration.