Monday, April 9, 2012

Indians vs. White Sox -- April 9th

CLEVELAND -- Turns out changing the opponent had no effect on the Tribe's lack-luster offense so far this season.  The Indians dropped a 4-2 decision against the Chicago White Sox on Monday night, falling to 1-3 on the season; with the win the Sox improve to 2-2.

The Tribe sent Josh Tomlin (0-1) to the bump, allowing all 3 runs in the first and another in the fifth.  A combined effort from Acardo Ascencio, Dan Wheeler and Rafael Perez held the Sox scoreless the remaining four innings.

Manager Manny Acta used a lineup that included Lou Marson, Jason Donald, Jose Lopez and Aaron Cunningham to take on Chris Sale (1-0).  The Tribe will look to rebound in the second game of a three game set with the White Sox.  First pitch is slated for 7:05 PM, with the Tribe sending Jeanmar Gomez (0-0) to the mound to take on Phillip Humbar (0-0).

Game Notes: Shin-Soo Choo was hit by a pitch on the same hand that ended his season last year.  Preliminary tests indicate no damage. 

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