As expected, the Cleveland Indians have called up right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger to start this afternoon’s finale against the Minnesota Twins. The team has also recalled left-handed pitcher Ryan Merritt to give them some more bullpen depth. To make room for the pair, the Tribe has optioned Shawn Armstrong and Cody Anderson to Triple-A Columbus.
The Clevinger move was announced a couple days ago though only became official after last night’s game. Clevinger will be taking the spot of injured starter Danny Salazar in the Tribe’s rotation.