http://mlb.mlb.com CLE Homepage News Sat, 18 May 2013 20:32:19 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_19_seamlb_clemlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=cle Sat, 18 May 2013 18:43:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_19_seamlb_clemlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=cle Coming off two straight walk-off wins, the surging Tribe, 16-4 in its last 20 games, face a stiff opponent Sunday in the Mariners' Felix Hernandez. The Indians counter with the anchor of their rotation, Justin Masterson. Zack Meisel http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_seamlb_clemlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle Sat, 18 May 2013 18:02:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_seamlb_clemlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle For the second straight game, Cleveland won in walk-off fashion. After closer Chris Perez blew a two-run lead in the top of the ninth, the Tribe calmly went about its business in the bottom half. Mark Reynolds hit a run-scoring grounder with the bases loaded, and the Indians won their third in a row, 5-4. Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47891756&notebook_id=47891864&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Sat, 18 May 2013 13:10:55 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47891756&notebook_id=47891864&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Vinnie Pestano returned from the DL and pitched the 10th inning of the Indians 6-3 win on Friday, and he reports that he felt fine. Going forward, he is going to change his routine on days when he doesn't pitch in order to ward off future injury. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47891756&notebook_id=47891862&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Sat, 18 May 2013 13:10:50 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47891756&notebook_id=47891862&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Brett Myers has been on the 15-day disabled list with a right elbow injury since April 20. The pitcher had complained of more soreness between outings than during the games he pitched, but he said that he felt fine on Saturday following his first rehab appearance. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47891756&notebook_id=47891860&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Sat, 18 May 2013 13:10:47 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130518&content_id=47891756&notebook_id=47891860&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Tony Wolters, who is making the transition to catching this season after spending his career as a middle infielder, was in Cleveland for a one-day catching clinic Saturday. The 20-year-old prospect worked with bench coach Sandy Alomar Jr. and bullpen coach Kevin Cash -- both former catchers -- during his day with the Tribe. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_seamlb_clemlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle Sat, 18 May 2013 00:20:03 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_seamlb_clemlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis played the hero on Friday night. Kipnis drilled a walk-off, three-run home run off Seattle lefty Lucas Luetge in the 10th inning at Progressive Field, sending Cleveland to a 6-3 victory in front of a raucous crowd. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47811276&notebook_id=47812596&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Fri, 17 May 2013 18:38:46 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47811276&notebook_id=47812596&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle This is the first year that Indians pitching coach Mickey Callaway has been tasked with leading and shaping a Major League staff. Asked to talk about the things Callaway does well in working with pitchers, manager Terry Francona responded, "How much time do you have?" Jordan Bastian and Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47811276&notebook_id=47812594&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Fri, 17 May 2013 18:38:44 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47811276&notebook_id=47812594&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle A shorter swing has helped Jason Kipnis dig himself out of his early-season slump. Recently, the Indians second baseman has not only been one of the most potent bats in Cleveland's lineup, but also one of the top hitters in baseball. Jordan Bastian and Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47811276&notebook_id=47797758&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Fri, 17 May 2013 14:42:58 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47811276&notebook_id=47797758&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle The Indians activated reliever Vinnie Pestano from the 15-day disabled list on Friday. Jordan Bastian and Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47718186&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle Thu, 16 May 2013 16:02:20 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47718186&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle The Indians optioned struggling left-hander Nick Hagadone to Triple-A Columbus on Thursday, clearing a spot on the active roster on the eve of the opener of a four-game home series with the Mariners. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47717198&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle Thu, 16 May 2013 15:31:05 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47717198&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle What happens to the rotation when Brett Myers returns? Indians beat reporter Jordan Bastian answers this question and more in the latest Inbox. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47714414&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle Thu, 16 May 2013 15:27:32 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47714414&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle Over the years, Mark Reynolds has grown into his 6-foot-2 frame. At First Colonial High School in Virginia Beach, Va., however, his teammates bestowed upon him the nickname Skeletor to reflect his gangly build. Zack Meisel http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47608768&notebook_id=47644528&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Wed, 15 May 2013 18:45:16 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47608768&notebook_id=47644528&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle The Indians had a scare in the fifth when Mark Reynolds got, in the words of Indians manager Terry Francona, a "stinger" during an at-bat against Phillies starter Cole Hamels. Reynolds then left the game more for a defensive switch than any health issue. Michael Radano http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47608768&notebook_id=47644526&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Wed, 15 May 2013 18:45:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47608768&notebook_id=47644526&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle On Wednesday, the Indians completed a stretch of their schedule in which they played 14 games in 13 days that included a doubleheader on Monday against the Yankees in Cleveland. They went an impressive 10-4 in that span. Michael Radano http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_15_clemlb_phimlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle Wed, 15 May 2013 17:42:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_15_clemlb_phimlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle The Indians made Phillies starter Cole Hamels work hard for each out and Corey Kluber worked an efficient six innings without a walk in the Indians' 10-4 win. Michael Radano http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47608768&notebook_id=47608788&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Wed, 15 May 2013 13:39:16 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47608768&notebook_id=47608788&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Carlos Santana stands out offensively, which manager Terry Francona is quick to point out is a bonus with a catcher, and with his defense and handling of the pitching staff, he's become an all-around catcher. Michael Radano http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47519796&notebook_id=47519820&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Tue, 14 May 2013 19:20:56 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47519796&notebook_id=47519820&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Mark Reynolds has done a little bit of everything for the Indians this season, and his role has become more defined after third baseman Lonnie Chisenhall was optioned to Triple-A. Michael Radano http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47519796&notebook_id=47519818&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Tue, 14 May 2013 19:20:53 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47519796&notebook_id=47519818&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Indians manager Terry Francona has liked what he has seen from his team since the first day of Spring Training, and he said he recognized that "they do care about each other." Michael Radano http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_14_clemlb_phimlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle Wed, 15 May 2013 00:10:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_14_clemlb_phimlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle Michael Brantley's two-run single in the second was all the Tribe could manage in a 6-2 loss to the Phillies on Tuesday night. Scott Kazmir allowed four runs in five-plus innings. Michael Radano http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_13_nyamlb_clemlb_2&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle Mon, 13 May 2013 20:13:25 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_13_nyamlb_clemlb_2&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle Shortly after Justin Masterson's shutout of the Yankees in Game 1 of Monday's doubleheader, New York starter Vidal Nuno and reliever Adam Warren combined to pitch a shutout of their own in Game 2. Cleveland dropped the second game, 7-0, despite a strong showing by right-hander Trevor Bauer. Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_13_nyamlb_clemlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle Mon, 13 May 2013 16:30:08 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_13_nyamlb_clemlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=cle In the opener of Monday's doubleheader, Indians righty Justin Masterson limited the Yankees to just four hits in a 1-0 shutout, the third of his career and his second of the season. Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130513&content_id=47401014&notebook_id=47405078&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Mon, 13 May 2013 13:05:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130513&content_id=47401014&notebook_id=47405078&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Nick Hagadone entered in the seventh inning of Saturday's 7-6 win at Detroit with the Tribe leading by five runs. He promptly loaded the bases by allowing a first-pitch double to Victor Martinez and issuing walks to Matt Tuiasosopo and Jhonny Peralta. Tuiasosopo saw only four pitches. That was it for Hagadone. Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130513&content_id=47401014&notebook_id=47401016&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Mon, 13 May 2013 11:49:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130513&content_id=47401014&notebook_id=47401016&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle In addition to right-hander Trevor Bauer -- the starter in the second game of Monday's doubleheader against the Yankees -- the Indians announced that southpaw David Huff was promoted from Triple-A Columbus. To make room, the team optioned third baseman Lonnie Chisenhall. Mark Emery http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47380052&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Sun, 12 May 2013 20:57:46 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47380052&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle In the top half of the final inning, Cleveland slugger Mark Reynolds came off the bench as a pinch-hitter, wearing bright pink shoes. He then delivered a run-scoring single to left field, providing the go-ahead run that helped the Indians find the win column for the 12th time in the last 14 games. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47379204&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Sun, 12 May 2013 20:43:11 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47379204&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle While warming up in the bullpen in the top of the ninth, Indians closer Chris Perez felt stiffness in his right shoulder and alerted bullpen coach Kevin Cash. Terry Francona went with the combination of left-hander Rich Hill and right-hander Cody Allen in the 10th inning to claim a 4-3 victory. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_12_clemlb_detmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle Sun, 12 May 2013 19:46:53 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_12_clemlb_detmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle Mark Reynolds came off the Indians' bench as a pinch-hitter on Sunday and delivered the decisive blow while wearing pink shoes for Mother's Day. Reynolds' run-scoring single with two outs in the 10th sent Cleveland home with a 4-3 victory over the rival Tigers at Comerica Park. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47317134&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Sun, 12 May 2013 12:24:17 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47317134&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Entering Sunday's game against the Tigers, the Tribe ranked fourth in the American League with 3.93 pitches per plate appearance. Cleveland was also tied for first in the league in percentage of 3-1 counts (10 percent), creating a wealth of hitter's counts. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47317132&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Sun, 12 May 2013 12:24:14 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47317016&notebook_id=47317132&vkey=notebook_cle&c_id=cle Through the first six weeks, Lonnie Chisenhall has struggled in the same areas that have plagued him in years past. The lefty-swinging third baseman is struggling against left-handed pitching and having a hard time getting on base regularly. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_11_clemlb_detmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle Sun, 12 May 2013 00:23:05 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_11_clemlb_detmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=cle The Indians held on for a 7-6 win at Comerica Park after their lineup made Tigers ace Justin Verlander look quite human, while Tribe starter Ubaldo Jimenez delivered a sharp six-inning start. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130509&content_id=47069496&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle Fri, 10 May 2013 10:00:06 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130509&content_id=47069496&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle It did not take long for JoAnna Garcia Swisher to know that Cleveland is where she wanted her husband to play baseball for the next few years. One look at that little blue baby jersey -- complete with the Swisher name and No. 33 stitched on the back -- hanging inside the team's family room was all it took. Jordan Bastian