Plutko was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Plutko performed admirably in his first big-league start, logging 7.1 frames and allowing just three runs. Now that he's unavailable for the next few days, the Indians will send him back to the minors in exchange for the fresh arm of Alexi Ogando. Thursday's performance will at least keep Plutko in consideration for callups down the road, though last year's numbers in Triple-A (5.90 ERA, 1.52 WHIP in 135.2 innings pitched) suggests that you shouldn't expect the same results next time he's in Cleveland.

Plutko was recalled from Triple-A Columbus and will start Game 2 of the Indians' doubleheader Thursday against the Blue Jays.

EDGE Analysis

The Indians are designating Plutko as their 26th man for the twin bill, so he'll be optioned to Columbus at the conclusion of his 2018 MLB debut. Plutko has excelled in his first five starts at Triple-A this season with a 2.35 ERA and 0.83 WHIP in 30.2 innings, but as a finesse pitcher who lacks strikeout stuff, he wouldn't seem to carry much upside as a streaming option in deep leagues.

Plutko will be called up to start on half of Thursday's doublehead against Toronto, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Indians will need a spot starter as they have a doubleheader in the middle of a 17-day stretch without a day off. Plutko is having some success through his first five starts for Triple-A Columbus so far this season, recording a 2.35 ERA, though he posted a 5.90 ERA in a full season at the same level last season.

Plutko was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Monday, Matt Kelly of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Even with Danny Salazar (shoulder) slated to open the season on the disabled list, Plutko wasn't under consideration for the remaining vacancy in the rotation, as Josh Tomlin and Ryan Merritt are the only pitchers in contention for the No. 5 role. Before warranting attention from the Tribe as a back-end rotation option, Plutko will first have to prove himself at Columbus after posting a 5.90 ERA and 1.52 WHIP across 135.2 innings at Triple-A in 2017.

Plutko (hip) tossed an inning in relief Tuesday during the Indians' 7-6 loss to the Reds in Cactus League play. He allowed a one-out solo home run to Brian O'Grady before retiring the next two batters.

EDGE Analysis

Plutko has been behind most of his fellow pitchers in camp this spring with the Indians opting to ease him along slowly following October hip surgery. The right-hander should make a few more relief appearances before exhibition play ends, but his performance in those outings likely won't affect his odds of cracking the Opening Day roster. Barring a rash of injuries to the Tribe's projected starters, Plutko will serve as organizational rotation depth at Triple-A Columbus for the third consecutive season.

Plutko has resumed throwing bullpen sessions following a surgical procedure on his hip in October, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Plutko remains on schedule for a return to game activity around the beginning of March. The right-hander spent the 2017 season with Triple-A Columbus, posting a 5.90 ERA and 1.52 WHIP over 135.2 innings as a starter. He will likely serve as organizational depth for this upcoming campaign, although it's expected that he will be back down with Columbus to start the year.

Plutko is expected to return to full baseball activities in 4-6 months after undergoing surgery to repair a tear in the labrum of his right hip Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Plutko will begin his rehab immediately, but he's still unlikely to be ready before the start of spring training next year. The 26-year-old was recalled from the minors a few times this season but never appeared in a game for the big club.

Plutko will have surgery on his hip, Paul Hoynes of Cleveland.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear when Plutko injured himself -- or what exactly he's dealing with -- but the issue is apparently serious enough to require surgery. A timetable for his return should become available once the Indians provide more information regarding his status.

Plutko was optioned to High-A Lynchburg on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Plutko rejoined the big club Friday as part of the wave of September callups, but because right-hander wasn't likely to see much work out of the bullpen before the end of the regular season, the Indians decided he would be better served joining Lynchburg during the Carolina League playoffs. The 26-year-old will likely represent one of Lynchburg's top relief arms for the duration of their playoff run before returning to the Indians later in September.

The Indians recalled Plutko from Triple-A Columbus on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

He owned a 5.90 ERA in 24 games (22 starts) for the Clippers. Plutko will serve as a depth piece for the Tribe's expanded September pitching staff.