Now on roster, Salazar may be key for Tribe

CLEVELAND — The Indians made only one adjustment to their roster for the World Series, but the decision could have a big impact on the team’s championship chances.

Cleveland officially announced on Tuesday that right-hander Danny Salazar has been added to the 25-man roster for the best-of-seven Fall Classic against the Cubs, following his comeback from a strained right forearm. The teams will square off in a historic World Series beginning tonight at Progressive Field.

• World Series Game 1: Tonight, 7:30 p.m. ET air time | 8 ET game time on FOX

Salazar’s showing in a three-inning simulated game on Sunday convinced Cleveland that he was ready to return.

Game Date Time (air time/game time) Matchup TV Gm 1 Oct. 25 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX Gm 2 Oct. 26 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX Gm 3 Oct. 28 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CLE @ CHC FOX Gm 4 Oct. 29 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CLE @ CHC FOX *Gm 5 Oct. 30 8 p.m. CLE @ CHC FOX *Gm 6 Nov. 1 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX *Gm 7 Nov. 2 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX * If necessary | All times listed ET • World Series coverageShop for postseason gear: Cubs | Indians

“That’s a huge weapon,” Corey Kluber, the Indians’ Game 1 starter, said. “The guy was an All-Star. He’s got unbelievable stuff. That would definitely be an extra weapon to have on our pitching staff. Hopefully, with …

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