Tribe options Anderson in rotation shakeup

CLEVELAND — The Indians hoped to see Cody Anderson take a step forward this season, following his impressive rookie debut last season. In light of the big right-hander’s continued woes, however, Cleveland has decided to shake up its rotation.

Prior to Tuesday’s game against the Reds, the Indians optioned Anderson to Triple-A Columbus and activated outfielder Lonnie Chisenhall from Major League Baseball’s bereavement list. The Tribe also announced that starting pitching prospect Mike Clevinger will be added to the roster on Wednesday in order to make his big league debut against Cincinnati.

When Clevinger is promoted to the Indians’ active roster on Wednesday, a subsequent transaction will be required. With the right-hander joining the fold, Cleveland will shift its starting alignment. Righty Josh Tomlin is scheduled to start on Thursday on the road against the Reds, while Corey Kluber, Trevor Bauer and Danny Salazar will be the probable starters (in that …

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