The
Columbus Clippers web site has been updated to indicate
David Huff as tonight's starting pitcher against the Gwinett Braves. It is highly unlikely that the Indians would allow Huff to make this start if they intended to use him on Saturday against the Tigers. As explained yesterday,
Alex White would slot into that start on normal rest. While it is still possible that
Carlos Carrasco will not miss a start or that a wild card (
Zach McAllister?) could fill in, the White option now seems at least plausible. More to come as it unfurls.
Update: A Tuesday MRI revealed that Carrasco sustained no structural damage to his pitching elbow. He will throw a bullpen session prior to Wednesday's game, the results of which will determine if he starts on Saturday. Given his history with the elbow (it held him out of a number of starts last year at Columbus) the Indians are prepared to exercise extreme caution with the young righty. If Carrasco feels any pain at all, he will be DLed and a replacement for his spot in the rotation will be needed.
Cheers.
