CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Indians made their first roster cut of spring training Monday following their split-squad games against Milwaukee and Kansas City on Sunday.
Right-hander Mike Clevinger and left-handers Ryan Merritt and Shawn Morimando were optioned to Class AAA Columbus. Utility man Zach Walters was also optioned to Columbus.
Right-hander Dylan Baker was optioned to Class AA Akron, while right-handers Adam Plutko and Will Roberts were re-assigned to minor league camp. The Indians still have 53 players in camp.
Plutko and Clevinger made good impressions on the big league staff.
Clevinger showed a power arm and earned a start against Kansas City on Sunday.