CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Indians wanted to add another reliever to their stampede of pitchers before spring training opened next week and they did.
The Tribe reached a one-year, $2 million deal with right-hander Tommy Hunter on Friday. Including Hunter, the Indians are bringing 18 relievers to camp and 31 pitchers overall. Pitchers and catchers report to Goodyear, Ariz., on Wednesday.
To make room for Hunter, 29, the Indians designated for assignment catcher Tony Wolters.
Hunter underwent surgery after the season for a core muscle injury. He will be about a month behind and is expected to miss most of April.