Manager Terry Francona says he would rather wait until after a roster move is made to discuss who the Cleveland Indians will start against Philadelphia on Wednesday.
Clubhouse confidential: The Indians still need a starter for Wednesday against the Phillies at Progressive Field. They could recall Trevor Bauer from Class AAA Columbus, but manager Terry Francona would not discuss the situation before Sunday's day-night doubleheader against the Royals.
"I don't mind you asking, but that's not a healthy way to do things," said Francona. "Anytime it entails a roster move, I just think it's a more respectful way to handle it when you're supposed to handle it."
Dish-pan hands: Recently Nick Swisher has had his left (throwing) shoulder wrapped after games. He's been playing a lot of right field since Michael Bourn went on the disabled list after playing first base almost exclusively during spring training, so that may explain it.
Manager Terry Francona said Swisher isn't crazy about the idea of bouncing between first base and right field and the toll it takes on his body.
"It's hard on him and I understand it," said Francona. "He does it and admire it and appreciate it. . . . He made the comment to me the other day, 'Sometimes you have to do the dishes.' Good comment. He tries very hard to do what's best for this team."
Stat of the day: The Indians started Sunday's doubleheader as the worst defensive team in the AL with a .981 fielding percentage.