CLEVELAND (AP) — Alex White is making his major league debut for the Cleveland Indians, getting called up from Triple-A Columbus to pitch against Detroit.
The right-hander was the club’s first-round pick in 2009 and is starting Saturday in place of Carlos Carrasco. He went on the disabled list this week with a strained elbow.
White was 1-0 with a 1.90 ERA in four starts with Columbus. He had 28 strikeouts in 23 2-3 innings.
Manager Manny Acta said White’s stay will depend on Carrasco’s recovery and how well White pitches against the Tigers.
