Indians invite left-handed pitchers Tom Gorzelanny, Joe Thatcher to camp
At the winter meetings in Nashville earlier this month, the Indians said they were interested in bringing in additional left-handed relief options to add to their bullpen mix. That came to fruition on...
View ArticleAkron police turn out to help visiting family find their missing dogs
A Louisiana family visiting relatives in Akron witnessed what they’re calling a Christmas Eve miracle with the help of Akron police.Susanne and Michael Romig, of Brusly, La., said police “went above...
View ArticleDr. Robert Hayling, Florida civil rights leader, dies at 86
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA.: Dr. Robert B. Hayling, a dentist and influential civil rights activist in Florida during the 1960s, has died. He was 86.Hayling died Sunday at home in Fort Lauderdale, his...
View ArticleBrowns nose tackle Danny Shelton flaunts title belt because he’s proud of...
BEREA: Instead of hitting the rookie wall, nose tackle Danny Shelton has found a way to break through as another lost Browns season mercifully winds down.“I’ve improved over the year,” Shelton said....
View ArticleNow that it’s here, Cavaliers anxious for rematch with Warriors
CLEVELAND: It has been more than six months since the Golden State Warriors celebrated their championship in the visitor’s locker room at Quicken Loans Arena, but some of the wounds still linger. “The...
View ArticleCPR recipient especially thankful for gift of life after traumatic experience
COVENTRY TWP.: Joanne Priest felt the stranger’s ribs bending beneath the weight of her hands every time she pushed.And it sounded like someone cracking knuckles.“Oh no,” Priest worried. “What if I’m...
View ArticleGive holiday cheer a checkup: Tips for a healthy holiday
Let’s be real. The holidays aren’t exactly a stay at a health spa.You’re going to eat fattening stuff. You might skip a gym visit or two. You’ll probably spend time in close quarters with your...
View ArticleHere are the top 11 Ohio beer stories of 2015
As everybody knows, it’s a legal requirement for journalists — I believe it came down from the Council of Trent in the 1500s — to put together lists at the end of each year.It doesn’t matter how...
View ArticlePolice: Van crosses center lane, hits car head-on; 2 dead
Paris Twp.: Authorities say a van crossed the center lane on a highway and crashed head-on into a car in northeastern Ohio, killing both drivers.The Ohio State Highway Patrol says the crash happened at...
View ArticleRyan Lewis: Indians fans unwrap practical, needed gifts this Christmas
The Indians went right down their Christmas list this holiday season.Center fielder? Check. First baseman? Check. A couple of low-risk relief pitchers to add to the mix? Check.Indians fans, perhaps,...
View ArticleWarriors beat Cavaliers 89-83 in California; LeBron James scores 25 points
OAKLAND, Calif.: A strong defensive effort couldn’t overcome a lackluster offense as the Cavaliers stumbled on the road 89-83 in an NBA Finals rematch against the champion Warriors.LeBron James scored...
View ArticleMassive Akron expressway project only months away
The former Advanced Computer Services building is a pile of rubble.So is the former My Office Products building.So is the former S.I.T. Strings building.Soon, the Building 9, Akron Brewing Co. and many...
View ArticleKim Hone-McMahan: Quadruplets mark first birthday, first Christmas at home
Last Christmas, the Burchett quadruplets were in Akron Children’s Hospital. Weighing between 2 pounds 13 ounces to 4 pounds 9 ounces, the healthy infants were born on Dec. 15, remaining in the hospital...
View ArticleIndians trying to avoid dealing a starting pitcher but open to all...
NASHVILLE, Tenn: If the Indians want to significantly improve their offense, they know they’ll likely have to dip into their starting rotation, the clear strength of the roster. They’re just not wild...
View ArticleIndians notebook: Terry Francona excited for Francisco Lindor’s future, wary...
NASHVILLE, Tenn: Indians rookie shortstop Francisco Lindor burst onto the scene in 2015, surpassing the already lofty expectations set by the organization and by fans who awaited the debut of the...
View ArticleIndians discuss deal for Cincinnati Reds All-Star third baseman Todd Frazier,...
NASHVILLE, Tenn: The Indians and Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday engaged in trade talks involving All-Star third baseman Todd Frazier, but the two sides have yet to find a fit.Frazier would provide an...
View ArticleRyan Lewis: Baseball’s exiled hits leader Pete Rose gambled again and lost
The man with 4,256 hits has had about 4,256 chances to put himself in the right light to potentially be reinstated into baseball. It appears as though he hasn’t done that, which is a shame. And so,...
View ArticleIndians designate Chris Johnson for assignment to make room for outfielder...
The Indians on Thursday designated infielder Chris Johnson for assignment to make room for recent free agent signee Rajai Davis on the 40-man roster. The move means the Indians were willing to eat the...
View ArticleIndians acquire pitcher Dan Otero, designate outfielder Jerry Sands
The Indians added another arm to their bullpen mix on Friday, acquiring right-handed relief pitcher Dan Otero from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for cash considerations. To make room for Otero...
View ArticleBrowns players Armonty Bryant, De’Ante Saunders arrested, could face felony...
Browns players Armonty Bryant and De’Ante Saunders were arrested early Christmas morning after a traffic stop, the team confirmed Saturday morning.General Manager Ray Farmer announced in a statement...
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