CLEVELAND (AP) — The Latest on baseball's All-Star Game (all times local):11:04 p.m.Justin Verlander blazed 97 mph heat from the start, Cleveland's Shane Bieber struck out the side and the AL staff combined to fan 16, dominating a loaded NL lineup 4-3 in the All-Star Game on Tuesday night for its seventh straight win.With fans hoping to see a replay of Monday's jaw-dropping aerial show when 312 homers cleared the walls, the diamond became a pitchers' paradise — at least until the late innings.Derby champ Pete Alonso grounded a two-out, two-run single past Gleyber Torres in the eighth inning to pull the NL to 4-3, but Aroldis Chapman struck out the side in the ninth for the save on the same field he got the win three years ago in World Series Game 7 for the Chicago Cubs' first title since 1908 — and denying the Indians their first since 1948.___10 p.m.Carlos Carrasco hopes to strike out cancer.The Indians right-hander, who was recently diagnosed with a form of leukemia, was saluted in the... [More]

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Latest on baseball's All-Star Game (all times local):10 p.m.Carlos Carrasco hopes to strike out cancer.The Indians right-hander, who was recently diagnosed with a form of leukemia, was saluted in the fifth inning of the All-Star Game during Major League Baseball's "Stand Up to Cancer" campaign.The 32-year-old stood in the third-base coach's box, flanked by four All-Star teammates and Indians manager Terry Francona. Carrasco held a sign that read "I Stand'" while Lindor's said: "Cookie," which is the pitcher's nickname.Carrasco had been feeling fatigued in May, and was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia following an exam at the Cleveland Clinic.He has been cleared to resume conditioning and throwing activities to the extent he can tolerate them. Carrasco could pitch a bullpen session later this week and believes he'll return to the team at some point this season.He had been scheduled to start against Minnesota on June 5, when the Indians issued a statement saying... [More]

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Latest on baseball's All-Star Game (all times local):8:55 p.m.Two Cleveland baseball mainstays, whose careers are forever linked, were saluted before the All-Star Game.For CC Sabathia, it was a final bow. For Michael Brantley, it was welcome back.Sabathia, who will retire at the end of this season, threw out the ceremonial first pitch, a fitting tribute for the 38-year-old Yankees left-hander who began his career with the Indians in 2001.One of just 14 pitchers to record 250 career wins and 3,000 strikeouts, Sabathia said he cried when he was traded by the Indians to Milwaukee in 2008 — for Brantley."I wanted to stay here," Sabathia said. "It's just one of those cities."Brantley received a loud ovation when the Houston outfielder was introduced with the other AL players. Brantley spent 10 seasons with the Indians, who elected not to re-sign him as a free agent last winter.He later gave the AL a 1-0 lead with an RBI double in the second."I know the relationships that... [More]

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Latest on baseball's All-Star Game (all times local):8:15Late Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs is being honored at the All-Star Game by two grieving teammates — and all of baseball.Superstar outfielder Mike Trout and infielder Tommy La Stella are both wearing No. 45 — Skaggs' jersey number — in Tuesday's game. The 27-year-old Skaggs died unexpectedly on July 1. He was found unresponsive in the team's hotel in Texas, hours before the Angels were scheduled to play the Rangers."It's been a difficult last couple of days for all of us," Trout said. "Being at the field — at my home — really helps."A moment of silence was held before the game and players on both squads wore black patches with Skaggs' number in white.His death sent a shockwave through baseball and deeply affected the Angels. He was one of the team's most popular players, liked by everyone for his engaging personality."There is a saying, 'You don't realize what you have until you lose it.' It's spot-on,"... [More]

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Latest on baseball's All-Star Game (all times local):5:25 p.m.Commissioner Rob Manfred insists Major League Baseball did not make a deal with the Cleveland Indians about banning their contentious logo, Chief Wahoo.The club agreed to remove the hotly debated, smiling caricature from its caps and jerseys starting this season, a decision that came after Cleveland was awarded the 2019 All-Star Game.The timing was curious, but Manfred said there was no link between the two."The All-Star Game was awarded to Cleveland by Commissioner (Bud) Selig before I even had one conversation about Chief Wahoo," Manfred said. "You can write that as fact."Although Wahoo, which has been around since the 1940s, is no longer on the field, the mascot is as popular as ever as fans continue to wear all kinds of merchandise bearing his image.___1:55 p.m.The weather forecast is calling for clear skies and temperatures in the upper 70s at Progressive Field. A perfect night for the All-Star Game... [More]

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Latest on baseball's All-Star Game (all times local):1:55 p.m.The weather forecast is calling for clear skies and temperatures in the upper 70s at Progressive Field. A perfect night for the All-Star Game — players and fans hope it's not perfect for midges, too.Midges are tiny, flying insects that live around Lake Erie and swarm when it's warm. They don't bite, but they're pesky. They made their mark on baseball during the 2007 AL Division Series when bunches of the bugs descended on the neck of Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain during Game 2 against Cleveland on a humid October night.The midges miffed Chamberlain, and the rattled reliever threw two wild pitches in the eighth inning that let the Indians score the tying run. Cleveland won in 11 innings, and won the series in four games.Just in case anyone forgot, there's a small sticker that serves as a reminder in the windows of the hotel where many Major League Baseball officials and media members are staying this week,... [More]

RHP Joba Chamberlain, designated for assignment by Cleveland on July 4, was released on Sunday. Chamberlain was an effective reliever for the Indians, posting a 2.25 ERA and holding opposing hitters to a .176 batting average in 20 appearances.

RHP Joba Chamberlain was designated for assignment Monday. Chamberlain was an effective reliever for the Indians, posting a 2.25 ERA and holding opposing hitters to a .176 batting average in 20 appearances. However, the Indians used nine pitchers in their 19-inning game Friday in Toronto, and the overworked bullpen is still trying to recover. "We knew there'd be fallout from that game, especially when your bullpen guys are out of options," manager Terry Francona said. "Unfortunately, it costs guys jobs sometimes."

RHP Joba Chamberlain was activated from the 15-day disabled list before Wednesday's game. Chamberlain had a 1.93 ERA over 14 appearances before going on the DL with an intercostal strain. He entered Wednesday's game in the eighth and gave up a hit, a walk and a run in his first action since May 21.

RHP Joba Chamberlain was activated from the 15-day disabled list before Wednesday's game.

RHP Joba Chamberlain was eligible to come off the Indians' disabled list Tuesday, but he was still inactive as of late Tuesday night. Chamberlain could be activated if Tuesday starter Cody Anderson is sent back to Triple-A on Wednesday.

RHP Joba Chamberlain was eligible to come off the disabled list Monday, but the necessity in bringing up starter Cody Anderson to make a Tuesday start will likely delay Chamberlain's return to the team by a day or two.

RHP Joba Chamberlain is expected to be activated off the disabled list on Monday. He has been on the DL since May 23 with a left intercostal strain.

Cleveland Indians right-handed reliever Joba Chamberlain is expected to be activated Monday and rejoin the team in Seattle.Indians manager Terry Francona said Chamberlain would return from the disabled list on time. Chamberlain was placed on the 15-day DL on May 22 with a strained left intercostal."We will activate him tomorrow," Francona said prior to Sunday's series finale against Kansas City at Progressive Field. "After the game today, we will have to (make a roster move). We are not going to fly someone all the way to Seattle unless something happens."The 30-year-old Chamberlain has made 14 relief appearances this season and has a 1.93 ERA with 15 strikeouts and six walks over 14 innings.Chamberlain threw a 20-pitch simulated game Saturday afternoon. "Everything went well," Chamberlain said Saturday. "Hopefully, our innings don't last that long, but everything went well. I threw all my pitches to both sides of the plate. Right now it feels great."

RHP Joba Chamberlain threw 20 pitches in a simulated game Saturday. Chamberlain (left intercostal strain) is expected to be activated from the disabled list on Monday.

RHP Joba Chamberlain threw a bullpen session on Monday. Chamberlain was placed on the disabled list on May 22 with a left intercostal strain. Manager Terry Francona said Chamberlain should be ready to go the first day he's eligible to be activated off the DL, which is June 7.

RHP Joba Chamberlain was placed on the 15-day disabled list Monday, retroactive to May 22, with a left intercostal strain. Chamberlain has a 1.93 ERA with 15 strikeouts in 14 innings through 14 appearances this season. Indians manager Terry Francona said the move was primarily a precautionary measure. It also allowed Cleveland to recall LHP Ryan Merritt from Triple-A Columbus to ensure a full assortment of relievers for a doubleheader to start a series at the Chicago White Sox. "The last pitch he threw (in his last outing), he felt it a little bit more," Francona said. "The one thing we're trying to be really protective about is our bullpen ... once you go too far, you can't take it back."

RP Joba Chamberlain on Monday was placed on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 22.Left-hander Ryan Merritt was recalled from Triple-A Columbus to take Chamberlain's spot on the roster.Chamberlain has made 14 relief appearances this season and has a 1.93 ERA. This is the 24-year-old Merritt's first trip to the majors. He was 3-4 with a 2.94 ERA in eight starts in Columbus.

The Cleveland Indians on Monday placed relief pitcher Joba Chamberlain on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 22.Left-hander Ryan Merritt was recalled from Triple-A Columbus to take Chamberlain's spot on the roster.Also recalled from Columbus was right-hander Cody Anderson, who will make a spot start in Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader against the Chicago White Sox. He is 0-3 with a 7.99 ERA in six starts this season.Chamberlain has made 14 relief appearances this season and has a 1.93 ERA. This is the 24-year-old Merritt's first trip to the majors. He was 3-4 with a 2.94 ERA in eight starts in Columbus.

CINCINNATI -- Terry Francona has options in his bullpen, options he trusts."It's a good feeling to not feel like you need to hide somebody," the Cleveland Indians manager said.The Indians' 12-inning, 8-7 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday was a great example. Cleveland relievers had to cover 6 2/3 innings in relief of rookie Mike Clevinger, who tossed 5 1/3 innings in his major league debut.Closer Cody Allen who is 9-for-9 in save conversions, wasn't used in a save situation, and instead he tossed two scoreless innings to earn his first victory of the season.Dan Otero pitched the 12th inning and allowed a hit and a walk but no runs to earn his first save.Francona was particularly impressed with Otero and Joba Chamberlain, who extended his scoreless appearances streak to seven."They've been outstanding," Francona said. "They're not going to go the whole year without giving up any runs, but when they've pitched, they've put up zeros. It helps a lot. For Dan (Wednesday) night, that... [More]