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Posted: 06/13/2012
Cleveland,OH - Cleveland got Rogers from Colorado for cash on Tuesday. The 26-year-old reliever went 0-2 with an 8.06 ERA for the Rockies. Manager Manny Acta said the Indians are taking a chance on the hard-throwing pitcher, who has inconsistent control.
The Indians optioned infielder Matt LaPorta to Triple-A Columbus to open a roster spot.
LaPorta was called up on June 3 and appeared in three games, going 2 for 11. He opened the season at Columbus and batted .307 with 14 homers and 32 RBIs in 46 games.
Cincinnati won the series opener 7-1 on Tuesday night.
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