Caramona thrives in Indians debut

Fausto Carmona allowed one run in six innings in his major league debut, leading the Cleveland Indians to a 7-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. Carmona (1-0), recalled from Triple-A Buffalo to replace C.C. Sabathia (abdominal strain), gave up five hits to help the Indians snap a three-game losing streak. He walked two and struck out four. Jeremy Bonderman (1-2) lost his second start in a row, giving up seven runs and eight hits with a walk in 3 2-3 innings.

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Indians 7, Tigers 2

Fausto Carmona left quite an impression in his major league debut. The 22-year-old allowed one run in six innings to lead the Cleveland Indians to a 7-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. Carmona (1-0), recalled from Triple-A Buffalo to replace C.C. Sabathia (abdominal strain), gave up five hits to help the Indians snap a three-game losing streak. He walked two and struck out four. "He was very good," Cleveland manager Eric Wedge said.

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Indians-Tigers Preview

When the Cleveland Indians took over first place in the AL Central on Monday, it had been nearly four years since that last happened. Their tenure alone at the top of the division lasted a whole three days. The Indians look to reclaim the division lead and end a three-game losing streak when they continue a four-game series against the Detroit Tigers, who they are tied with at the top of the division.

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Notes: Carmona expected to get call

The Indians are expected to call up right-hander Fausto Carmona later this week to make Saturday's spot start in Detroit, in place of the injured C.C. Sabathia.

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Indians 4, Braves 2

John Smoltz showed off a new slider he's been working on, tossing six innings of one-run ball in Atlanta's 4-2 loss to the Cleveland Indians on Saturday. Smoltz allowed five hits and struck out five for the Braves, lowering his spring ERA to 2.00. He said hitters can expect a different look from him this season. "I'm working on that hard slider, but I am also going to use my changeup as a weapon," Smoltz said. "It won't just be a pitch I use. It will be a big factor.

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Guthrie sent down to minors

The Cleveland Indians optioned right-hander Jeremy Guthrie to Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday, trimming their major league roster to 31 players. Guthrie was 1-1 in spring training with a 4.00 ERA and one save in five games including one start Friday. The 26-year-old Guthrie is a former first-round draft pick who has struggled to break into the Indians starting rotation or bullpen. He appeared in one game for Cleveland last season, giving up four runs in six innings.

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Phillies 5, Indians 1

Until someone tells Shane Victorino he's the Philadelphia Phillies' fourth outfielder, he isn't celebrating. Victorino had three hits, including two doubles, drove in two runs and scored twice, leading the Philadelphia Phillies over the Cleveland Indians 5-1 Monday. Gavin Floyd allowed one run and four hits in six innings, keeping up his string of impressive outings for the Phillies this spring training.

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Indians 9, Reds 4

Danny Graves has a new look and a totally different outlook. With a mop of highlighted hair tumbling to the top of his shoulders, Graves struggled through his one inning Sunday during the Cleveland Indians' 9-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, the team that cast him aside last season. It was the first shaky appearance this spring for Graves, who is competing with Steve Karsay for a spot in the Indians' bullpen.

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Cleveland Indians Inside Pitch

Designated hitter Travis Hafner played all nine innings at first base Monday in Cleveland's 5-1 loss to the Phillies. Hafner made a couple of nice defensive plays, continuing what has been a surprisingly impressive defensive spring at first base. Hafner has been unable to play first base the last two years due to an injured elbow, but the elbow has improved to the point that he is now an option for manager Eric Wedge in the field.

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Cleveland Indians Notes, Quotes

--RHP Paul Byrd pitched six innings Monday against the Phillies, one of his former teams. He allowed two runs on five hits. "It was rough for him early, but he didn't give in to it, made some adjustments and pitched very well against an extremely good lineup," manager Eric Wedge said. --RHP Steve Karsay was scheduled to pitch an inning Monday, but he didn't because the Indians ran out of innings, losing on the road to Philadelphia, meaning there was no bottom of the ninth.

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Indians sign Heredia

Relief pitcher Felix Heredia, released by the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, signed a minor league contract Tuesday with the Cleveland Indians. The 30-year-old Heredia is 28-19 with six saves and a 4.42 ERA in 511 appearances. He allowed six runs in five innings with Arizona this spring training. He pitched only three games with the New York Mets last season before surgery to remove a blood clot in his shoulder. On Oct.

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Cleveland Indians Roster Report

The Indians have only three roster decisions to make prior to opening day: one spot in the bullpen, the backup catcher, and utility infielder. They have had no serious injuries during camp. The pitchers have all gotten their requisite number of innings in, and the hitters have gotten enough at bats to prepare for the season. ROTATION: 1. LHP C.C. Sabathia 2. RHP Jake Westbrook 3. LHP Cliff Lee 4. RHP Paul Byrd 5.

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