Indians signed INF Nate Spears to a minor league contract. Spears spent the last three seasons in the Red Sox organization and has a history with manager Terry Francona. The 27-year-old is organizational depth.

Red Sox sent INF Nate Spears outright to Triple-A Pawtucket. Spears was designated for assignment last weekend to clear a 40-man roster spot for outfielder Marlon Byrd. The 26-year-old has accepted a gig at the Triple-A level.

Red Sox designated INF Nate Spears for assignment. Spears was removed from the 25= and 40-man rosters in order to make room for Marlon Byrd. Should he pass through waivers unclaimed, it's likely that Spears will be assigned to Triple-A Pawtucket.

Red Sox recalled INF Nate Spears from Triple-A Pawtucket Spears will serve as a utility infielder for the Red Sox. Entering his age-26 season, he's no longer a prospect, but should be able to contribute defensively.

Red Sox sent INF Nate Spears outright to Triple-A Pawtucket. Spears was designated for assignment on Tuesday after going 0-for-4 with a strikeout during a short stay in Boston. The 26-year-old infielder is far from a top prospect.

Red Sox designated INF Nate Spears for assignment. He was cleared to open up a spot on the 40-man roster. Spears, who was just called up from the minors last week, went 0-for-4 with a strikeout during his brief time with the big club. He is likely to remain with the organization.

Red Sox purchased the contract of INF Nate Spears from Triple-A Pawtucket. Spears, 26, batted .248/.355/.397 with eight home runs and 13 stolen bases in 96 games this year at the Triple-A level. He'll act as a utility infielder for the Sawx.