Salazar takes step toward ALDS appearance

DETROIT — The Indians are currently weighing a handful of ways to fill out their postseason pitching staff. Part of Cleveland’s discussions revolve around right-hander Danny Salazar, who is doing everything he can to return as a reliever in time for the American League Division Series.

On Thursday morning, Indians pitching coach Mickey Callaway said Salazar logged 30-plus pitches in a bullpen session on Wednesday at Comerica Park, taking another positive step forward in his comeback from a right forearm strain. Manager Terry Francona said it is still a bit premature to say whether Salazar will be ready in time for the postseason.

“The priority is to get him feeling good,” Francona said on Thursday. “We wouldn’t rush that to try to get him available. We really want him to be in a good place. And then, if it works, good. But we’re not going to shortcut anything.”

Wednesday’s mound session was Salazar’s second bullpen workout since injuring his forearm during a start on Sept. 9 against the Twins. The All-Star right-hander threw only fastballs on Monday, but he began mixing in his split-change during Wednesday’s …

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