2011 Draft Signings: Howard likely to sign

Dillon Howard Some interesting comments from Arkansas Razorbacks head coach Dave Van Horn where he believes that Indians 2nd round pick right-handed pitcher Dillon Howard will sign a pro contract.  According to the report Van Horn says, "We’re still hopeful, but just hearing things through the grapevine I think he’ll probably end up getting the money he wants. I don’t think Cleveland will let him get away.” This sounds like a man who knows something but...

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Kipnis may be on verge of a callup

Jason Kipnis (Photo: IPI) There are a lot of reasons that the Cleveland Indians should not callup Triple-A second baseman Jason Kipnis to the big league club. He is not even up for roster protection until after the 2012 season, and he is still very green at second base since this is his second full season playing the position. If the Indians were not contending and simply going through another sub par season as they have the past few years, there would be no chance at...

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Around the Farm: June 29

Around the Farm takes a quick look at some of yesterday's performances by Indians prospects throughout the system. The positions listed below are where the player was playing in yesterday's game.Jason Kipnis - 2B, Columbus: 3-4, 2 RBI, BB, K. Talk about making a strong case to be promoted. Looking at his numbers, you'd think they were video game stats. In his last ten games, he's hitting .343 (12-35), with 14 R, 3B, 3 HR, 6 RBI, and 10 BB/12 K. Also in his past ten games,...

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Game Recaps 6/29: Fedroff's near cycle leads Clippers

Tim Fedroff (Photo: Lianna Holub) Clippers overwhelm Mud Hens 12-4 The Clippers continue to dominate Toledo this season, taking Wednesday's matinee affair, 12-4.  The win marks the tenth win in 12 games against the Mud Hens. After loading the bases with no outs in the bottom of the first, the Clippers came away with three runs. Two innings later, Luis Valbuena continued his hot month of June by taking an Andrew Oliver offering out over the right field wall. Valbuena...

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2011 Draft Signings: Barr signs

John Barr As expected, Indians 39th round pick outfielder John Barr has signed with the Indians for a reported $2,500. He will join short season Single-A Mahoning Valley on Thursday. Follow Tony and the Indians Prospect Insider on Twitter @TonyIPI. Also, his latest book the 2011 Cleveland Indians Top 100 Prospects & More is available for purchase for $20.95 to customers in the US (shipping and handling extr...

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Myles brings unique skill set to the Indians

Bryson Myles (Photo: Lianna Holub) "I hit like Mays, and run like Hayes." So goes the famous quote from the character Willie Mays Hayes played by Wesley Snipes in the fictional movie "Major League". It has been well over 20 years since Snipes uttered those words, and ever since many Indians fans have often dreamed of a player who could in fact not only be an impact hitter but also be an impact runner. It may have finally happened with the selection of outfielder Bryson...

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The K-Tribe Chronicle

(Photo: Kinston Indians) From the Reservation: The Kinston Indians entered the second half rolling through the Carolina League like a buzz-saw.  They came from the absolute oblivion after the first month of the season to nearly steal the first half title. Still, it seemed at times as though manager Aaron Holbert was winning games thanks to some sort of voodoo thanks to an offense that was just plain horrible.  There wasn't one player, on paper or otherwise,...

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Around the Farm: June 28

Around the Farm takes a quick look at some of yesterday's performances by Indians prospects throughout the system. The positions listed below are where the player was playing in yesterday's game. Bryson Myles: CF, Mahoning Valley: 2-4, 2 R, 1 3B, 1 RBI, 2 SB (5): Myles is just lighting up the New York/Penn League in his first season with the Scrappers.  He's built like a tank, but is as fleet-footed as they come.  Tonight, he showcased some of that speed with...

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Game Recaps 6/28: Kipnis homers twice, Clippers win

Jason Kipnis (Photo: IPI) Kipnis, Clippers homer past Mudhens The Clippers took advantage of a friendly breeze out towards straightaway center field to power their way past Toledo, 5-4. The teams hit a combined five home runs - two of which came off the bat of Jason Kipnis. In the third inning, the Clippers jumped ahead 2-0 thanks to solo shots from both Kipnis and Paul Phillips. The next two innings brought two more solo homers - from Jared Goedert in the fourth and...

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Akron Air Raid: Aeros Sweep Through Reading; Bullpen Continues Dominance

Kyle Bellows (Photo Credit - Lianna Holub) The Aeros got a big sweep this weekend over Reading, a team that has seemingly had their number this year. It was much needed after dropping two of three to Binghamton, following a week were they toiled around in last place. Akron is now in fourth, but still remain seven games back of first. It was an excellent week for the bullpen as you will see and aside from two starts that got a tad bit out of control, the starters contributed...

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