NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Carlos Carrasco flirted with a no-hitter against the Rays last summer, coming within one strike of etching his name into Indians lore. The hard-throwing right-hander's bid at history was halted by outfielder Joey Butler.
The good news for Carrasco is he might not have to face Butler again next year. On Monday, Cleveland claimed Butler off waivers from Tampa Bay, adding another player to the mix for a spot in the Tribe's depleted outfield. Carrasco was not consulted about the transaction.
"We didn't check with him," Indians general manager Mike Chernoff said with a laugh.