The Cleveland Indians Have the Best Starting Rotation

I’ll Keep it Short, the Cleveland Indians has the Best Starting Rotation Even Without Mike Clevinger

When three of the five starting pitchers have sub-two ERA’s, I think you automatically are considered the best rotation.

The Cleveland Indians starting rotation was ranked relatively high before the season started, but they were not considered in the top five for many. Going into the season, people were looking at the trio of Shane Bieber, Carlos Carrasco, and Mike Clevinger.

The trio was no doubt a force to be reckoned with, but now that the season has started, they have outshined and had some unexpected contributors.

The Cleveland Indians are currently sitting atop the AL Central competing closely with the White Sox, and Twins for first place. The team is 23-14, and much of the credit goes to the starting rotation.

Clevinger, the 29-year old quirky stud was recently traded to the Padres. Many were baffled by the move since the Indians will be competitors in the playoffs. The move says a lot about the Indians’ depth and trust in the names that will be discussed in the next few pages.

Let’s meet the starting pitchers, starting with my favorite for the 2020 American League Cy Young award.