Indians released RHP Robert Whitenack.

Whitenack, 25, holds a 4.52 ERA with just 250 strikeouts across 392 1/3 innings across five minor league seasons. The right-hander has thrown just 43 2/3 frames avoid A-ball.

Indians sent RHP Robert Whitenack outright to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Whitenack successfully cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week. The 24-year-old owns a 4.13 ERA over parts of four seasons in the minors and will serve as organizational depth.

Indians designated RHP Robert Whitenack for assignment.

The Tribe claimed Whitenack off waivers from the Cubs last week but had to dump him Tuesday to clear a 40-man roster spot for catcher Omir Santos. Whitenack posted a 5.96 ERA in 51-plus innings last year in High-A ball. The 24-year-old is far from prospect status.

Indians claimed RHP Robert Whitenack off waivers from the Cubs; optioned him to Double-A Akron.

Frank Herrmann (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list in order to clear a spot on the 40-man roster. Whitenack had a 5.96 ERA and 31/27 K/BB ratio in 51 1/3 innings last season at High-A Daytona, but he showed some ability prior to Tommy John surgery in 2011. The 24-year-old will serve as relief depth in the minors.

Cubs designated RHP Robert Whitenack for assignment.

Whitenack posted an ugly 5.96 ERA, 1.89 WHIP and 31/27 K/BB ratio in 51 1/3 innings last season at High-A Daytona. The 24-year-old will probably pass through waivers.