Opinion: Four Relievers That Could Help Fix Indians’ Bullpen

By: Tim Whelan

It’s no secret. The Cleveland Indians bullpen has been downright dreadful. Some would argue it has cost the Indians eight or nine wins. Luckily for the Indians, they play in a weak AL Central division. The Indians are currently 30-28 on the season. They are 2.5 games ahead of the Detroit Tigers, who are 28-31.

The bullpen has been the main problem for the Indians this season. With the loss of Bryan Shaw and Joe Smith via free agency, the Indians have been looking for their replacements. So far, not good. The Indians have tried different pitchers throughout their farm system. They’ve also tried putting starter Josh Tomlin in the bullpen, who’s given up 18 home runs this year. That mark is the worst among active pitchers. Add to the fact that Andrew Miller also went on the 10-day DL with right knee inflammation and it’s a mess right now for the Cleveland relief staff.

The Indians have also looked outside the organization for help. They’ve recently signed Oliver Perez, who appeared in 50 games with the Washington Nationals last season. With the trade deadline approaching on July 31st, who are some of the relievers the Indians may target?

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