Don’t look now, but the Tribe might be finally waking up and joining the party in the AL Central. They’re currently taking advantage of playing the reeling A’s after getting a hard-fought split with the Twins. Even Scott Elarton is contributing, delivering his second-straight solid performance in Saturday’s 6-3 victory. They need to finish the sweep on Sunday and then get ready again for the Twins.

The Plain Dealer is reporting that the Cavs are close to naming Mike Brown as their new head coach. The 35-year-old Brown is a very well-respected assistant with the Pacers. It’s surpising that they would settle on a coach before selecting a GM, though the feedback on Brown from other coaches and GMs in the league seems positive.

The pitching continues to carry the Tribe as the Indians cruise to a 4-1 victory over the hapless A’s. Cliff Lee tossed six shutout innings and the bullpen slammed the door shut. Bob Wickman injured his back, but he says his arm is fine and he shouldn’t be out long.