CLEVELAND, Ohio – Seven things on manager Terry Francona's to do list as Indians' pitchers and catchers report to Goodyear, Ariz., on Wednesday for the start of spring training.
1. Conquer April: The last time the Indians had a winning record in April was 2012 under former manager Manny Acta. The fast start did not bode well for Acta or the Indians as he was fired late in the year and they finished 68-94.
The Indians are 29-44 in March and April in three years under Francona. In May they are 50-37 so they've shown the ability to bounce back, but have made the postseason only once.