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Indians add RHP Rogers to roster, option LaPorta

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FILE - In this April 13, 2012, Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Esmil Rogers throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the third inning of a baseball game in Denver. The Cleveland Indians have acquired Rogers on Tuesday, June 12, 2012, from the Rockies for cash, hoping the reliever can get turned around in the American League. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)

(AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)

By JOE KAY

AP Sports Writer

CINCINNATI (AP) The Indians added right-handed reliever Esmil Rogers to their roster on Wednesday before a game against the Cincinnati Reds, giving Cleveland a full bullpen for the second game of the intrastate series.

Cleveland got Rogers from Colorado for cash on Tuesday. The 26-year-old reliever went 0-2 with an 8.06 ERA for the Rockies. Manager Manny Acta said the Indians are taking a chance on the hard-throwing pitcher, who has inconsistent control.

The Indians optioned infielder Matt LaPorta to Triple-A Columbus to open a roster spot.

LaPorta was called up on June 3 and appeared in three games, going 2 for 11. He opened the season at Columbus and batted .307 with 14 homers and 32 RBIs in 46 games.

Cincinnati won the series opener 7-1 on Tuesday night.

Updated June 13, 2012

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