CLEVELAND -- The Indians' bullpen got the reinforcements it needed last month when the team acquired All-Star Brad Hand and sidearmer Adam Cimber in a trade with the Padres. Now, manager Terry Francona has his favorite leverage weapon back in the fold.
Prior to Friday's game against the Angels, Cleveland activated relief ace Andrew Miller from the 60-day disabled list. Combined with Hand and Tribe closer Cody Allen, Francona now has a formidable late-innings trio, provided that Miller is back at full strength and over the right knee issue that has ailed him for parts of the past two seasons.