Baseball-Major League Baseball roundup
April 25 (The Sports Xchange) - Cleveland left fielder Michael Brantley, who underwent surgery on his right shoulder in November, was activated Monday and expected to be in lineup when the Indians face the Minnesota Twins later in the day. His offensive value to a team that sometimes struggles to score runs can't be overstated. His on-base percentage the past two seasons -- .385 and .379 -- place him in the top 10 in baseball. - - Cleveland Indians right-hander Carlos Carrasco was placed on the 15-day disabled list after straining his left hamstring on a play at first base Sunday at Comerica Park. Carrasco was injured covering first base in the third inning. He recorded the out, but fell to the ground in pain and had to be helped off the field. - - The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced two minor league players have been suspended following their violations of the minor league drug prevention and treatment program. Free agent right-handed pitcher Brent Jones received a 50-game suspension without pay following a second positive test. San Francisco Giants minor league shortstop Travious Relaford received a 100-game suspension without pay following a third positive test. (Editing by Frank Pingue)
