The Indians on Wednesday announced that they have optioned starting pitcher Cody Anderson to Triple-A Columbus and recalled left-handed relief pitcher Kyle Crockett.
Anderson hasn’t been the same pitcher the Indians saw in spring training when they named him the No. 4 starter to begin the season. He’s struggled with his fastball command and hasn’t kept the ball down in the zone consistently enough, two things that led to his solid rookie year. Through four starts in 2016, he owns a 7.65 ERA and has allowed six home runs.
Due to upcoming off days, the Indians don’t need a fifth starter until May 7 against Kansas City.