CLEVELAND (AP) — Grady Sizemore is back in the Cleveland lineup after missing two games with a sore back, including the Indians’ home opener.
The first thing Sizemore did when he entered the clubhouse Wednesday was check the lineup card on the wall. Manager Manny Acta had the three-time All-Star penciled in at centerfield and batting second against the Texas Rangers.
The 27-year-old Sizemore had missed only five games over four seasons from 2005 through 2008, until elbow and abdomen injuries last season required surgery in September.
In 106 games, Sizemore hit only .248 with 18 homers and only 13 stolen bases. He’s 6 for 22 with five RBIs in five games so far this season.
