CLEVELAND — After giving up nearly as many runs in two starts against the Indians as he did in 10 June and July appearances, Red Sox lefty Chris Sale is putting things into the hands of the law to make sure it doesn’t happen again. A couple of hours after getting tagged for seven earned… Read More Chris Sale to file restraining order against Cleveland Indians

CLEVELAND — On April 14, 2010, just 455 fans came out to watch a talentless Cleveland Indians ballclub lose to the Texas Rangers on a cold, rainy Wednesday night. Now the Indians will commemorate that night forever with the unveiling of a plaque reading the three-digit number in right field. “It’s important that we remember… Read More Indians unveil plaque honoring time they had 455 fans at April game

CLEVELAND — Terry Francona has been known for some bold strategies in his managing, and he may have even topped himself according to recent reports. Francona is no stranger to calling for the bunt, and he is planning to take that to the extreme in an upcoming game of his choice: The manager plans to… Read More Terry Francona planning to call only bunts for an entire game

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The name Corey Kluber is synonymous with strikeouts, wicked pitch movement, and a cerebral, almost robotic calmness on the mound. But during Sunday’s series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays, Kluber gave up an RBI single to Evan Longoria in the 3rd inning, and his frustration became visible to all.  The… Read More Corey Kluber loses composure, sighs after allowing run

The Indians have made a post-deadline deal snagging Jay Bruce from the New York Mets.  The Cleveland Mocks staff reacts below Sam: “Stupid Dolans can’t even get Mike Trout.” Ryan: “I thought they’re only allowed to trade for former Indians during contending years.” Josh: “A great placeholder until Almonte gets it going.”

CLEVELAND — For many Indians fans, the 1997 World Series is still an open wound, and it might be a long time before they are at peace with what happened. As many know, the Indians lost a one-run ninth-inning lead to the Florida Marlins before losing the game in extras, and fans have increasingly been… Read More Indians fans having trouble forgiving Bryan Shaw for the 1997 World Series

CLEVELAND — After three and a half years in Los Angeles and Toronto, the Indians swung a deal before Monday’s trade deadline to bring Allie LaForce back to her former town. “We certainly missed Allie from the years she spent here,” Indians president Chris Antonetti said at a press conference. “While we’re very happy with… Read More Indians bring Allie LaForce, husband back to Cleveland

CLEVELAND — The return to form for Danny Salazar has given the Indians some depth in their starting rotation. With a six-man rotation, there is bound to be an odd man out, and Trevor Bauer may be just that. That makes him a candidate to get dealt on the July 31 trade deadline. Personally, I… Read More Opinion: Indians should trade Bauer for Mike Trout or Giancarlo Stanton

CLEVELAND — After serving as broadcast partners since the 2007 season, Matt Underwood and Rick Manning have developed a close friendship despite what their on-air chemistry might suggest. But after Manning pretended not to know Underwood at a recent coincidental encounter at the mall, tension has trickled in. Multiple reports from last weekend claimed that… Read More Rick Manning pretends not to know Matt Underwood in front of cool ballplayer friends

CLEVELAND — The injury bug has been flying around the Cleveland Indians clubhouse, and it appears to have grounded an important team member. On Thursday morning, Edwin Encarnacion’s parrot was placed on the 10-day disabled list with what manager Terry Francona hopes is just a grade 2 wing sprain. The parrot, known for being part… Read More Edwin Encarnacion’s parrot lands on 10-day DL with grade 2 wing sprain