OAKLAND, Calif.: Danny Salazar thought about asking for the chance to finish his start Friday night. He decided against it, wanting to include the bullpen.
Salazar allowed one hit over eight innings, Michael Bourn doubled in the tiebreaking run in the ninth and the Cleveland Indians beat the Oakland Athletics 2-1 for their third straight win.
“I was ready to go back out there,” Salazar said. “The bullpen is part of this team too.”
Indians pitchers threw complete games in each of the previous three games. This time, Cody Allen pitched the ninth for his 21st save in 23 chances.