Official Site of the Indians · Sep 17, 2018
Inbox: Who will make Tribe's postseason staff?
What do you think the Indians' pitching staff will look like in the playoffs?
-- @tmtribefan
Manager Terry Francona made it known last week that his preference will be to go with a four-man rotation. I think that will remain the case whether Trevor Bauer is deemed ready to return as a starter or winds up in a multi-inning relief role for the American League Division Series.
Corey Kluber is having his schedule worked out to align him for a Game 1 start in the ALDS, which begins on Oct. 5. Barring anything unexpected, Carlos Carrasco and Mike Clevinger would assume two more starting roles. That leaves the fourth spot to either Bauer or rookie Shane Bieber.