Prior to Thursday's game against the Cubs, Cleveland selected the contract of right-hander Jeff Manship from Triple-A Columbus and recalled lefty Kyle Crockett from the same affiliate. The Indians optioned utility man Zach Walters to Triple-A and designated right-hander Shaun Marcum for assignment to clear two spots on the active roster.
By designating Marcum, Cleveland also opened a spot on its 40-man roster in order to add Manship. The Indians now have 10 days to trade or release Marcum, or reassign him to the Minor Leagues if he clears waivers and accepts an outright assignment.