Marson could have shot at everyday role: MLB.com reports the Indians have no intentions of making catcher Carlos Santana their primary first baseman heading into spring training, but GM Chris Antonetti hasn't closed out that thinking completely. "That's our expectations at this point," Antonetti said. "But, hey, we're open-minded. If Lou Marson comes into camp and has an exceptional spring, and he continues to progress mostly on the offensive side, and we determine that's the best team for us going forward, we'll adjust. Right now, our plans are for Carlos to catch. There are a variety of different ways we can go at first base, depending upon how things go in spring training. I think we've considered all the way through Plan Q." (Updated 01/23/2012)
Injury Report
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Fantasy Analysis
Folks forget that Marson was a burgeoning prospect when he was acquired in the Cliff Lee trade with the Phillies during the 2009 summer. It's just that Santana became a better catcher prospect and blocked Marson's path to the majors. Marson hasn't helped his cause either by hitting just .218 in his MLB career. But you heard Antonetti. If Marson emerges offensively and proves too good to sit, then Cleveland might have to alter its plans. For now, however, you don't have to worry about drafting Marson outside the deepest of AL-only Fantasy leagues. (Updated 01/23/2012).
05/15/2012 15:58 Lowe throws shutout against Twins
Derek Lowe pitched his first shutout in nearly seven years, throwing a six-hitter Tuesday and leading the Cleveland Indians over the Minnesota Twins 5-0.
05/12/2012 22:11 Red Sox on first win streak in May
Felix Doubront pitched six strong innings and Cody Ross homered to lead Boston to a 4-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Saturday night, giving the Red Sox their first winning streak in May.
Cleveland Indians catcher Lou Marson is considered a Fantasy conundrum. He is a better defensive catcher than his counterpart behind the plate in Carlos Santana and receives ample playing time when the Indians shift Santana to first base or designated hitter. Unfortunately, he struggles to produce quality offensive numbers. The 25-year-old, once considered a top prospect in the Philadelphia organization before moving to Cleveland in the 2009 deal for pitcher Cliff Lee, compiled a .230 batting average last season. He had just 12 extra-base hits, including two triples, but recorded a lowly .596 on-base plus slugging percentage. Indians general manager Chris Antonetti said Marson could see more time behind the plate this season with a strong spring. For now, Fantasy owners should consider Marson a late-round option in deeper AL-only drafts that require two catchers. (Updated 3/5/12)
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