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Mark Shapiro, GM, Cleveland Indians
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Indians | Wedge's job is safe
Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:41:58 -0700
Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said the jobs of manager Eric Wedge and his coaching staff are safe for the remainder of the season, according to The Associated Press. "As I've said all along, the responsibility for the disappointments of this season don't rest on one person," Shapiro said. "The responsibility is spread equally throughout the players, the front office, Eric and his staff. I thought it was important for the second half to remove a potential distraction that exists from that speculation."
Indians | Want Choo to return to be examined
Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:32:19 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said the team wants OF Shin-Soo Choo (elbow) to return home and have his left elbow examined.
Indians | Reyes rehab update
Sun, 08 Feb 2009 11:02:21 -0800
Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said SP Anthony Reyes (elbow) was throwing at 70 percent in the Arizona Instructional League, according to Paul Hoynes of The Cleveland Plain Dealer. He missed the final month of the 2008 season due to right elbow soreness.
Indians | Barfield could be utilityman
Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:54:14 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Bill Lubinger reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said 2B Josh Barfield could win a utility role in Spring Training. Barfield still has minor league options, though.
Indians | More on Hafner
Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:47:27 -0800
Updating previous reports, The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Bill Lubinger reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said DH Travis Hafner (shoulder) is living in Cleveland and working out daily at Progressive Field. "At most, he could be a week or two behind at Spring Training but should be healthy for the season opener," Shapiro said.
Indians | Peralta injures hand in winter ball
Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:37:05 -0800
Paul Hoynes, of The Cleveland Plain Dealer, reports Cleveland Indians SS Jhonny Peralta (hand) is expected to recover after bruising his hand Wednesday, Dec. 17, while playing in the Dominican Republic Winter League. He is expected to be back in the lineup Friday, Dec. 19. The Indians are unsure if they will move Peralta to third base next season, which would then allow 2B Asdrubal Cabrera to play shortstop, according to general manager Mark Shapiro. Peralta is batting .328 (22-for-67) with four doubles, one home run and 10 RBIs in 17 games in winter ball. According to Shapiro, Peralta's winter ball season will be over in a few days.
Indians | Team meets with Sabathia's agents
Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:12:51 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports the Cleveland Indians met with free-agent SP CC Sabathia's (Brewers) agents Tuesday, Nov. 4, in what sounded like a fond farewell. Sabathia is likely way out of the team's price range. "We were just touching base," said general manager Mark Shapiro. "We talked about potential scenarios that could develop and re-affirmed our interest."
Indians | Team meets with Sabathia's agents
Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:47:54 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports the Cleveland Indians met with free-agent SP CC Sabathia's (Brewers) agents Tuesday, Nov. 4, it what sounded like a fond farewell. Sabathia is likely way out of the team's price range. "We were just touching base," said general manager Mark Shapiro. "We talked about potential scenarios that could develop and re-affirmed our interest."
Indians | Shapiro would like to add top starter
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:03:12 -0700
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro told media he believes the team needs a top-of-the-line rotation pitcher for 2009.
Indians | Shapiro, Wedge will return
Fri, 12 Sep 2008 10:07:34 -0700
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro and manager Eric Wedge will return in 2009.
Indians | Shapiro not panicking over slow start
Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:33:42 -0700
The Associated Press reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro is concerned about the team's 6-10 start but said it is too early to start thinking about making changes.
Indians | Donnelly arrives in camp
Tue, 25 Mar 2008 01:26:52 -0700
Sheldon Ocker, of The Akron Beacon Journal, reports Cleveland Indians RP Brendan Donnelly (elbow) arrived in camp March 24 to continue his rehab program after undergoing Tommy John elbow surgery in August. General manager Mark Shapiro said it's far too early to predict when Donnelly would pitch in a big-league game. ''It's not something on any short-term schedule,'' he said. ''Right now, it's not worth putting a time frame on.''
Indians | GM understands Sabathia's position
Thu, 14 Feb 2008 23:54:00 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro understands the reluctance of SP C.C. Sabathia to discuss a contract extension during the season. "We probably would have preferred to leave it open to the end of the spring training, but there's no animosity there. We understand and appreciate his desire to focus on the season. That's a positive thing for this team," Shapiro said.
Indians | Sabathia more concerned with contract length
Sun, 10 Feb 2008 23:14:12 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports Cleveland Indians SP C.C. Sabathia does not care about the money offered in a new contract as much as its length. The team is using the new contract signed by New York Mets SP Johan Santana as a guideline. The Mets gave Santana a sixth year, along with a club option for a seventh. "There's no question C.C. wants to stay here and there's no question we want to keep him here," said Indians general manager Mark Shapiro. "The only question is can we find a business deal that is deemed to be equitable and fair by both parties?"
Indians | Shapiro favors limited replay
Tue, 06 Nov 2007 01:08:31 -0800
Paul Hoynes, of The Cleveland Plain Dealer, reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro is in favor of a limited form of instant replay if it is brought up at the general manager meetings this week. "I haven't seen if instant replay is on the agenda," said Shapiro, "but it's expected to be discussed. I'm on record as being in favor of it, but only incrementally, not full tilt."
Indians | Shapiro named Executive of the Year
Mon, 05 Nov 2007 18:14:03 -0800
Kyle Veltrop, of SportingNews.com, reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro has been named the 2007 Sporting News Executive of the Year. Shapiro also won the award in 2005.
Cardinals | Team interviews Antonetti
Sun, 28 Oct 2007 23:52:53 -0700
The Cleveland Plain Dealer is reporting the St. Louis Cardinals interviewed Chris Antonetti for their vacant general manager's job on Oct. 26. Antonetti has been Mark Shapiro's assistant general manager for the last six years and has worked for the Indians for the last nine years.
Indians | GM indicates bullpen, left field may be priority areas for 2008
Wed, 24 Oct 2007 23:45:58 -0700
Sheldon Ocker, of The Akron Beacon Journal, reports upgrading the bullpen and settling the left-field situation are top priorities for Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro entering the offseason.
Indians | Payroll not likely to change much
Tue, 09 Oct 2007 00:20:41 -0700
The Lorain Morning Journal's Jim Ingraham reports the Cleveland Indians' 2008 payroll is not likely to change a lot, because the team faces no huge departures. ''We already have an idea of what our payroll will be next year, because we have everybody back,'' Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said. ''It just depends on how we decide to augment the team.'' The Indians' payroll this year was $61 million, which ranked 23rd among major league teams.
Indians | Interested in Contreras?
Thu, 19 Jul 2007 05:45:52 -0700
David Briggs, of Indians.MLB.com, reports the Cleveland Indians had a scout at Chicago White Sox SP Jose Contreras' last start. Indians general manager Mark Shapiro has said that the team will look at bolstering other areas in addition to their bullpen.
Indians | GM: Forget about going to Seattle for makeup
Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:41:04 -0700
According to The Associated Press, Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro is strongly against moving the four-game series against the Seattle Mariners that was wiped out by snow to the Seattle area.
Indians | Team looking for ways to keep Garko
Fri, 23 Mar 2007 03:41:57 -0700
The Akron Beacon Journal's Sheldon Ocker reports the Cleveland Indians are seeking ways to keep IF Ryan Garko on the roster, despite their feeling that he is not ready to handle the defensive demands of first base. "Travis Hafner might play first once or twice a week, which would give Garko a chance to DH some," Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said.
Indians | Team begins Westbrook negotiations
Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:50:26 -0700
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports the Cleveland Indians and SP Jake Westbrook have begun negotiations on a multi-year contract, although general manager Mark Shapiro would not elaborate on the progress made.
Indians | Shapiro agrees to contract extension
Thu, 15 Mar 2007 00:47:54 -0700
WTAM-AM, the Cleveland Indians' flagship radio station, and The Akron Beacon Journal are both reporting that Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro has agreed to a five-year contract extension. The announcement is to be made March 15. It has been known for months that Shapiro and owners Larry and Paul Dolan were negotiating a new deal with Shapiro, and that the announcement would come during spring training.
Nationals | Belliard close to locking down a roster spot
Wed, 21 Feb 2007 00:35:59 -0800
According to The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes, Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said Washington Nationals 2B Ronnie Belliard has a good chance to be Washington's starting second baseman because SS Cristian Guzman's injured right shoulder has been slow to heal. If Guzman can't play, IF Felipe Lopez would move from second to short and create an opening for Belliard.
Indians | Foulke to retire
Fri, 16 Feb 2007 07:31:27 -0800
According to Anthony Castrovince, of Indians.MLB.com, Cleveland Indians RP Keith Foulke will announce his retirement Friday, Feb. 16. Foulke informed manager Eric Wedge and general manager Mark Shapiro of his intentions to retire on the very day pitchers and catchers reported to camp.
Indians | Shapiro likely to get contract extension
Wed, 07 Feb 2007 00:19:41 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Paul Hoynes reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro, who is in the final year of his contract with the Indians, is expected to sign an extension early in spring training, if not before the team's Feb. 15 report date.
Indians | Borowski to compete for closer's job
Thu, 04 Jan 2007 20:52:49 -0800
Updating previous items, the Associated Press' Tom Withers reports Cleveland Indians RP Joe Borowski will compete with RP Keith Foulke for the closer's job in spring training. "Between those two guys we feel we have the answer, and we're going to utilize spring training to figure that out," said Indians general manager Mark Shapiro. "I don't think calling it a competition is the right word in this case. Both guys have been successful in the role, both guys have experience in the role and we feel like we can work it out." Shapiro also said one of the two will enter the season as the closer while the other would be used in a primary setup role.
Indians | Foulke to compete for closer's job
Thu, 04 Jan 2007 20:47:00 -0800
Updating previous items, the Associated Press' Tom Withers reports Cleveland Indians RP Keith Foulke will compete with RP Joe Borowski for the closer's job in spring training. "Between those two guys we feel we have the answer, and we're going to utilize spring training to figure that out," said Indians general manager Mark Shapiro. "I don't think calling it a competition is the right word in this case. Both guys have been successful in the role, both guys have experience in the role and we feel like we can work it out." Shapiro also said one of the two will enter the season as the closer while the other would be used in a primary setup role.
Indians | Foulke aced physical
Thu, 04 Jan 2007 20:37:36 -0800
Updating previous items, the Associated Press' Tom Withers reports Cleveland Indians RP Keith Foulke passed his physical with no problems. "His physical was a pleasant surprise," said Indians general manager Mark Shapiro. Foulke (knee, back, elbow) had been bothered by various ailments the past two years.
Indians | Team looking at extending Shapiro's contract
Mon, 11 Dec 2006 09:32:59 -0800
Paul Hoynes, of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, reports Cleveland Indians president Paul Dolan and general manager Mark Shapiro are making progress on a long-term contract extension for Shapiro. Shapiro's current deal expires after the 2007 season and the team would like to lock him up for longer.
Indians | Dellucci will have to earn everyday job
Thu, 07 Dec 2006 06:33:57 -0800
Anthony Castrovince, of Cleveland.Indians.MLB.com, reports Cleveland Indians OF David Dellucci will be given every chance to start against left-handers, but OF Jason Michaels will be in the starting lineup somewhere against left-handers. "Jason Michaels will be in the lineup every day against left-handed pitching," general manager Mark Shapiro said. "He certainly has the ability and versatility to play more than that."
Indians | Showalter to join club in assistant role
Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:12:15 -0800
The Cleveland Plain Dealer is reporting the Cleveland Indians are expected to announce Dec. 1 they have hired Buck Showalter as a special assistant to general manager Mark Shapiro and manager Eric Wedge.
Marlins | Borowski drawing intense interest
Thu, 16 Nov 2006 01:17:58 -0800
The Miami Herald's Kevin Baxter reports free-agent CL Joe Borowski (Marlins) is being courted by at least a half-dozen teams, including the Cleveland Indians and Baltimore Orioles. The Indians are believed to be among the favorites to sign Borowski, in part because Borowski's agent, Ron Shapiro, is the father of Cleveland general manager Mark Shapiro.
Indians | Team interested in Showalter as consultant
Fri, 10 Nov 2006 20:46:14 -0800
Former Texas Rangers, Arizona Diamondbacks and New York Yankees manager Buck Showalter is considering an offer to join the Cleveland Indians organization as an adviser to general manager Mark Shapiro, according to the Associated Press. Showalter, who would also assist the team's operations staff if hired, has not decided if he wants to pursue another managerial job.
Indians | Defense-oriented second baseman a possibility
Thu, 19 Oct 2006 06:52:17 -0700
Anthony Castrovince, of Cleveland.Indians.MLB.com, reports the Cleveland Indians could seek a more defense-oriented second baseman this offseason. "Hypothetically, if that guy exists, who can save us a lot of runs, yes, we would go with a guy with below-average offense," said general manager Mark Shapiro.
Indians | Offseason list includes relievers, second baseman
Wed, 04 Oct 2006 00:29:11 -0700
According to The Akron Beacon Journal's Sheldon Ocker, Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro will seek a second baseman and probably two or three relievers, either as free-agent signees or through trades.
Indians | Lee's long-term deal talks shelved
Mon, 03 Apr 2006 06:56:55 -0700
The Akron Beacon Journal reports talks on a new multi-year contract for Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee have been shelved for the 2006 season, and Indians general manager Mark Shapiro indicated they likely would resume following the campaign.
Indians | No progress in Phillips talks
Mon, 03 Apr 2006 06:54:19 -0700
The Akron Beacon Journal reports Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro is still trying to trade SS Brandon Phillips, who was designated for assignment during the last week of March. "We're still engaged in conversations with other clubs,'' Shapiro said. "Something should happen by the end of the week."
Indians | Phillips on trading block
Thu, 30 Mar 2006 17:47:40 -0800
Anthony Castrovince, of Indians.MLB.com, reports Cleveland Indians 2B Brandon Phillips is on the trading block. "We'll be able to trade him," Cleveland Indians manager Mark Shapiro said. "Definitively."
Indians | Guthrie Moving Up Charts
Fri, 10 Mar 2006 00:29:19 -0800
According to The Akron Beacon Journal's Sheldon Ocker, Cleveland Indians SP Jeremy Guthrie is starting to draw more attention from general manager Mark Shapiro, so much that he might be kept on the roster that breaks camp and given spot starts to help relievers. "Guthrie's outings have been encouraging this spring," Shapiro said."He's always had good stuff. Now, he's a little more relaxed. I've never been disappointed in Guthrie. We miscalculated the pace of his development."
Indians | Francisco Could See Time in 2006
Sun, 12 Feb 2006 16:29:23 -0800
Indians.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cleveland Indians prospect OF Ben Francisco could get a shot at a reserve outfield role sometime this season, according to Indians GM Mark Shapiro. "Some people in the organization have always felt he could be a Major League fourth outfielder," said Shapiro. "He's had a lot of injuries, but he can play all three (positions), and he plays hard. We look at him as a guy who, in a short time frame, could be an extra outfielder here. If he gets that opportunity, who knows what he can be?"
Indians | Hollandsworth the Favorite for Fourth Outfielder Role
Sun, 12 Feb 2006 16:24:35 -0800
Indians.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cleveland Indians veteran OF Todd Hollandsworth, who will be in camp as a non-roster invitee, is the early favorite to win the fourth outfield spot, according to Indians GM Mark Shapiro. "He's done that job before," said Shapiro. "Defensively, he can play all three positions."
Indians | Snyder to Open at Triple-A
Sun, 12 Feb 2006 16:20:24 -0800
Indians.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cleveland Indians prospect OF Brad Snyder will open the year at Triple-A Buffalo. However, the team plans to get a good look at him during Spring Training. Snyder, who played at Class A Kinston and Double-A Akron last year, hit a combined .279 with 31 doubles, 22 home runs and 82 RBI. "He has the power, size and athleticism combo to be a corner outfielder at the Major League level," said Indians GM Mark Shapiro.
Indians | Gutierrez to Open at Triple-A
Sun, 12 Feb 2006 16:07:05 -0800
Indians.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cleveland Indians prospect OF Franklin Gutierrez will open the year at Triple-A Buffalo. However, the team plans to get a good look at him during Spring Training after a solid stint in the Venezuelan Winter League. "Franklin's had an unbelievable winter," said Indians GM Mark Shapiro. "He's cut down on his strikeouts. He's got to stay healthy and develop a two-strike approach. The guy's an exciting young player, but there's still some question as to what he'd be up here."
Indians | Michaels Penciled in at Left Field
Sun, 12 Feb 2006 16:01:03 -0800
Indians.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cleveland Indians OF Jason Michaels is penciled in as the team's Opening Day left fielder. Indians GM Mark Shapiro believes Michaels, who had a .399 on-base percentage last year, is a good fit in the Indians lineup. "He has always been a tough out while recording a high on-base percentage, and he has the ability to play all three outfield positions as well," said Shapiro.
Indians | Blake Penciled in at Right Field
Sun, 12 Feb 2006 15:52:05 -0800
Indians.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cleveland Indians OF Casey Blake is penciled in as the team's Opening Day right fielder. Blake hit .241 with 23 home runs and 58 RBI last year while transitioning from third base to right field. "I'll take the same number of extra-base hits (56) from Casey Blake," said Indians GM Mark Shapiro. "A better on-base percentage (than last year's .308 mark) and a better average, and that's fine for right field."
Indians | No More Roster Changes Expected
Thu, 12 Jan 2006 21:31:55 -0800
The Associated Press' Joe Milicia reports the Cleveland Indians are likely done making roster changes this offseason. "We're very comfortable going into spring training with the club we've got right now," said Indians GM Mark Shapiro.
Indians | Perez Likely to Platoon at First Base
Thu, 12 Jan 2006 21:28:19 -0800
The Associated Press' Joe Milicia reports Cleveland Indians 1B Eduardo Perez, a right-handed batter, will likely serve in a platoon at first base with left-handed hitting 1B Ben Broussard. Perez, according to Cleveland GM Mark Shapiro, figures to receive about 350 at-bats while also seeing some outfield time.
Indians | Miller Gets Extra Work in Winter League Action
Sun, 08 Jan 2006 21:34:02 -0800
Updating previous items, Indians.MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince reports Cleveland Indians RP Matt Miller (elbow) has reported no problems with his elbow after completing a two-week stint in the Puerto Rican Winter League. Miller missed the second half of the 2005 season due to a strained elbow tendon. "His velocity was all the way back," said Indians GM Mark Shapiro. "His stuff was good the whole time." Miller figures to be part of the Indians' 2006 bullpen.
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