Indians optioned LHP Scott Barnes to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Barnes has posted a 7.71 ERA and 1.57 WHIP in seven innings of relief this season. He was bumped off the 25-man roster to clear room for spot starter Zach McAllister.

Indians recalled LHP Scott Barnes from Triple-A Columbus. Barnes has surrendered five earned runs in 4 1/3 innings this year in the major leagues. The left-handed reliever is doubtful to be used in high-leverage situations.

Indians recalled LHP Scott Barnes from Triple-A Columbus. He'll replace the injured Travis Hafner (knee) on the active roster. Barnes, 24, has a 3.81 ERA and 30/12 K/BB ratio in 28 1/3 innings as a starter and reliever this year at the Triple-A level. Look for him in middle relief.

Indians optioned LHP Scott Barnes and OFs Nick Weglarz and Thomas Neal to Triple-A Columbus. Barnes tossed seven shutout innings this spring while striking out six and walking one. He was added to the 40-man roster in November after posting a 3.45 ERA and 107/36 K/BB ratio over 99 innings between Double-A Akron and Triple-A Columbus. He should make his way to the majors at some point this season.

Indians purchased the contract of LHP Scott Barnes from Triple-A Columbus. Barnes, 24, compiled an impressive 3.45 ERA and 107/36 K/BB ratio over 99 innings this season between Double-A Akron and Triple-A Columbus, but didn't throw another pitch after suffering an injury to his left knee in July. Now protected from the Rule 5 Draft, he could be a factor at the major league level next season.