Shane Bieber

Indians RHP Shane Bieber (shoulder) played catch on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

It's his first time doing any throwing since mid-June. Bieber still needs to throw bullpens and face live hitters before heading out on a rehab assignment, so he's still a ways away from rejoining Cleveland's rotation.

Cleveland Indians ace Shane Bieber was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.

Fantasy Impact

Bieber was placed on the 10-day injured list with a shoulder strain on Monday. “Bieber will not throw for two weeks and then will be re-evaluated, ” said manager Terry Francona. Fantasy managers will most likely be without the Cleveland ace for more than the 10-day minimum. Kyle Nelson was recalled from Triple-A Columbus in a corresponding move.

Cleveland right-hander Shane Bieber struggled in a 6-2 loss to Seattle on Sunday. Bieber allowed five runs over 5 2/3 innings of work while striking out eight and walking two.

Fantasy Impact

Bieber allowed two homers in what goes down as his worst start of the season. The Cleveland ace now has a 7-4 record, 3.28 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 130 strikeouts over 90 2/3 innings of work. He's slated to face off against the Pirates next.

Cleveland right-hander Shane Bieber allowed one run over six innings in a 10-1 win over the Cardinals on Tuesday. Bieber struck out five and walked two in the win.

Fantasy Impact

Bieber didn't rack up the strikeouts like he usually does but fantasy gamers will take the win. Overall, he has a 7-3 record, 2.96 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 122 strikeouts in 85 innings of work. Bieber will take on the Mariners next.

Cleveland right-hander Shane Bieber allowed three runs (two earned) over seven innings of work in a 6-5 win over the White Sox on Tuesday. Bieber struck out seven and walked two in the win.

Fantasy Impact

Bieber did a nice job limiting a quality Chicago lineup. The young ace improves his record to 6-3 with a 3.08 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 117 strikeouts over 79 innings of work. Bieber will face off against the St. Louis Cardinals next Tuesday.