CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Indians haven't had much to smile about lately. Their 17-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night gave them that opportunity.
"Today was a real good, fun productive day for us," manager Terry Francona said. "It's one game, but it's a heck of a lot better than losing."
Recent trades of veterans David Murphy, Brandon Moss, Michael Bourn and Nick Swisher have left the Indians looking elsewhere for production.
Jerry Sands hit a pinch-hit grand slam and Abraham Almonte, called up from the minors before the game, was 4 for 5 with a two-run homer as the Indians recorded season-highs in runs and hits (19).