Clevelinks, March 7: Scott Kazmir’s Slider and Derek Lowe’s New Home

Here are yesterday’s Indians highlights:

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Indians News

• The Tribe got a win Wednesday as Justin Masterson threw four shutout frames in a 4-0 shutout of the Dodgers.
• Here’s something you don’t hear very often: Scott Kazmir reportedly asked to pitch in a minor-league game as he works on his slider. (Apparently it worked out well.)
• Former Cleveland pitcher Derek Lowe has found a new home, signing a minor-league contract with the Rangers.

Wahoo’s on First Highlights

• Steve made some predictions for how the Tribe will use Jason Giambi in 2013.
• Lewie continued his 2013 Player Preview series with Drew Stubbs.
• Geordy kept rolling with his top Indians prospects list with No. 10: Tony Wolters.
• Evan looked at Ryan Raburn‘s chances of making the Opening Day roster.

Tribe Analysis

• Steve Eby from Did the Tribe Win Last Night? wonders if the Indians’ offseason moves and price decreases will bring fans back to Progressive Field.
• The Cleveland Fan’s Al Ciammiachella offers an overview of the Cleveland farm system.
• TCF’s Adam Burke looks at how the Indians can use platoons to their advantage in 2013.