Indians fall to Rangers 4 2 in 10 innings at home opener
Shin-Soo Choo delivered all Cleveland runs going 3 for 3 with a homer a stolen base and two RBI but the Indians lost 4 2 to Texas in 10 innings. Choo also made a baserunning error on a first inning double play as Manny Acta praised his season turnaround and leadership after the setback.
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Indians rally despite late Ranger surge in Texas
Cleveland built an early lead on a solo homer by Choo and a Thonny Peralta sacrifice fly, but Texas took the lead in the fifth on two-out runs including a wild pitch. Carmona battled, allowing two runs over eight, as Wright and the bullpen struggled in a 4 2 defeat.
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Sizemore sits out Indians home opener with back tightness
Grady Sizemore remains out of the Indians lineup against the Rangers at Progressive Field amid back tightness. Manager Manny Acta said Sizemore is improving but kept him out with an upcoming day off and plans a return by Wednesday.
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Indians open rough season with loss and fan frustration
Scott Petrak reports a bleak Tribe home opener marked by errors and injuries. Grady Sizemore sat again with a back issue as Shin-Soo Choo drove a bright spot with a homer and two runs. Ada commented the team cannot rely on rah-rah rallies and urged calm as the losing streak continues.
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