The Cleveland Indians released right handed pitcher Carlos Torres on Saturday. Torres was informed he would not make the Opening Day roster after posting a disappointing 6.10 ERA and 1.94 WHIP in Cactus League play. He struck out nine but walked six. Torres will try to catch on with another team, but may have to settle for a depth spot on a Triple-A team to start the season.
The Cleveland Indians signed free-agent pitcher Carlos Torres to a minor league contract with an invite to spring training. Torres is 35 and seems almost certain to serve as Triple-A depth, at best. He posted a 4.21 ERA and a 1.53 WHIP in 72 2/3 innings last season in Milwaukee. He can be used as a spot starter or a long reliever but will likely need several injuries on the Cleveland staff in order to see big league work in 2018.