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Questioning the Indians’ Recent 40-Man Roster Cuts

Jeff Mount — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 15:09:24 +0000

I must admit that I don’t put a lot of thought into the composition of the Indians’ 40-man roster when the 25-man roster of players who can actually appear in games is far more important. There’s generally a pitcher or two and maybe a couple of position players who are worthy of attention because they are prospects or will likely be the first guy called up in case of slump or injury. The rest of these guys I see in Columbus when I go to Clippers games, but if I took the time it would take to figure out if T.J. House is better than Danny Salazar I would most likely be divorced. (more…)

Who Will Be Tribe’s DH in 2013?

Evan Vogel — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 17:19:15 +0000

With the Mark Reynolds signing now official, the Cleveland Indians had make room for him on the 40-man roster. The team decided that the best way to clear the space was to designate Russ Canzler for assignment. Was that the right choice? (more…)

Who Plays Right Field if Indians Can’t Sign Nick Swisher?

Katrina Putnam — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:50:34 +0000

The big story on Tuesday may have been free agent Nick Swisher’s visit to Progressive Field, but in other news, the team also made the decision to designate outfielder Russ Canzler for assignment. If the Indians cannot land Swisher, they will need to choose another right fielder before the season starts. Although Canzler seemed like the most probable in-house choice, he is no longer an option. (more…)