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Indians activate Swisher from paternity list

The Cleveland Indians announced Friday that first baseman/outfielder Nick Swisher was activated from the paternity list.

Swisher was placed on the list Tuesday. His wife gave birth to a daughter Tuesday.

The Indians optioned infielder Cord Phelps to Class AAA Columbus.

Swisher is batting .274 with six home runs and 16 RBI this season.

Phelps is 0-for-9 in four games with the Indians.