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by Published on 03-25-2013 10:28 PM
Here's something you probably didn't expect to hear a few weeks ago: Scott Kazmir will open the season in a Major League rotation.The Indians announced the left-hander will be their fifth starter when the 2013 campaign begins next week.Kazmir, 29, did not pitch in MLB at all last season and only managed one start in 2011 before dealing with a back injury and being released. He showcased himself in an independent league this winter before hooking on with the Tribe.Kazmir allowed five runs in 13 innings this spring,impressively walking just one against 13 strikeouts.Before his disastrous stint with the Angels, Kazmir went 55-44 with a 114 ERA+ in parts of six years with the (Devil) Rays. He was a two-time All-Star with Tampa Bay and led the AL in strikeouts ...by Published on 07-26-2011 06:34 PM- Categories:
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Fundamentals, CAVS and myself, had briefly discussed trades before trade dead line a week ago or less, staying status quo or holding tight with what Indians have -- at that time I think Fundamentals and I agreed Indians could hold tight with the depth such as it is, and go forward.
With one proviso -- some tweaking to add some offense which Indians needed then, and despite nice recent improvement offense stats ( BA rising ) we still do.
$$$$$$ would be the issue -- and as Manny said tonight -- Indians won't gamble with the future, while trying to win this thing -- meaning trading top prospects period -- I'll question that outcome,
as I'm not sure that will hold true, as Indian F/O has stated that position many ...by Published on 06-09-2011 02:11 PM- Categories:
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Newest Indian Cord Phelps will be part of a platoon at second base with struggling veteran Orlando Cabrera -- at least for the time being.
Phelps, a switch-hitter, was promoted from Class AAA Columbus on Tuesday night and officially joined the Tribe on Wednesday. He makes his major-league debut at second base and bats seventh against the Twins and right-hander Carl Pavano.
Phelps also can play third and short, but he was drafted as a second baseman in the third round out of Stanford in 2008."The kid's going to get an opportunity to play, and we're going to have to see if he'll take advantage of it,'' Indians manager Manny Acta said. "For now, he's going to play second base, and we're going to give him the opportunity to play the majority of times against right-handed pitching. ...by Published on 03-09-2011 01:05 AM- Categories:
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Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports has a report that the Indians have agreed to terms with Nick Johnson on a minor-league contract that will have a mutual option for 2012. Love this signing, honestly. He's a perfect depth option, if he's healthy. He provides major-league back-up to LaPorta at 1B and Hafner at DH. He's always had injury problems, but since the team is counting on him for absolutely nothing, its great to see if he can put it together and become the top prospect that he was always thought to be. ...by Published on 02-11-2011 09:49 PM- Categories:
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Cleveland Indians agree to terms on a 1-year deal with Orlando Cabrera
Written by Stoney Greywolf, Tribe 24/7 staff
CLEVELAND, Ohio - The Cleveland Indians officially announced they have agreed to terms with free-agent infielder, Orlando Cabrera on a 1-year deal.
First Career Stats :
AB --- Hits --- 2B -- 3B --- HR --- RBI -- SB --- BA. --- Team
494 -- 130 -- 33 -- 0 ----- 4 ---- 42 ------------- .263 -- Cin - 2010
Career:
7112 -- 1948 -443 -- 32 -- 118 -- 803 ---208 --- .274 ---- age 36 will be 37 in November
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