Westbrook has been activated from the disabled list by the Cleveland Indians. The righthander has been sidelined since undergoing elbow surgery in February. He takes the roster spot of Jolbert Cabrera.
Aug. 24, 2001
Westbrook has been recalled from Triple-A Buffalo by the Indians to replace the injured Charles Nagy, who is expected to miss the rest of the season. Westbrook has pitched in 16 games for Cleveland this season, going 3-3.
Aug. 1, 2001
The Indians have optioned Westbrook to Triple-A Buffalo. He posted a 3-3 record and 5.40 ERA in 16 games, six of which were starts.
Jun. 30, 2001
Cleveland reliever Jake Westbrook will take over Steve Woodards's role in long relief for the Indians.
Jun. 15, 2001
Westbrook has been recalled from Triple-A Buffalo by the Indians. He will replace the injured Paul Shuey in the Cleveland bullpen. In a stint with the Indians earlier this season, he had a 3.86 ERA in three appearances.