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Francona thinks adding a fifth umpire could help

Indians manager Terry Francona does not have all the answers for solving the ongoing discussion about umpiring and the use of instant replay in Major League Baseball. Francona does, however, believe having a fifth umpire at the ballpark could address several issues.

 

Francona grateful Antonetti made trip to Boston

Indians general manager Chris Antonetti did not have to make the trip to Boston this week. Cleveland manager Terry Francona is glad he did.

 

Despite slump, Giambi still valuable to Indians

The Indians are not overly concerned that veteran Jason Giambi is mired in one of the worst slumps of his storied career. The aging slugger was not brought in to compete for a batting title. He is on the roster to offer experience, advice and the occasional clutch hit.

 

Masterson stumbles, Indians' offense held in check

Red Sox right-hander John Lackey quieted the Indians' potent lineup, making the few mistakes of starter Justin Masterson more glaring in an 8-1 loss. The Indians have suffered three defeats in a four-game stretch for the first time since the end of April.

 

Francona impressed with Santana's power, patience

Carlos Santana possesses a mix of power and poise that has had manager Terry Francona in awe at times.

 

Feller's military service recognized with award

Bob Feller took more pride in serving his country than for anything he accomplished on a baseball diamond. On this Memorial Day weekend, the legend's service will be remembered with the first Bob Feller Act of Valor Award.

 

Swisher returns to Tribe after daughter's birth

The Indians on Friday activated Nick Swisher from the paternity list Friday following the birth of his daughter earlier in the week.

 

Bourn still mad at assisting Cabrera's home run

A few hours after giving Miguel Cabrera an assist on a home run Wednesday night, Indians center fielder Michael Bourn was still steamed at the fluke play.

 

Tribe working with Carrasco on suspension

Carlos Carrasco might have a place in the Indians rotation again at some point this season. First, Cleveland has to find a way to navigate around the eight-game suspension that is hanging over the right-hander's head.

 

Francona appreciative, victorious in return to Fenway

Terry Francona's time managing the Red Sox was good, bad and everything in between. Making his first appearance at Fenway Park as a visiting manager on Thursday, Francona preferred to soak in the warm welcome and remember the good times.