CLEVELAND, Ohio (AP) — Boosted by a good-luck chicken and a pair of RBIs from both Yan Gomes and Ryan Raburn, the Indians beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-4 Wednesday night.
Cleveland pitcher Justin Masterson carried a live chicken on to the field for batting practice. The bird, supplied by clubhouse workers from an area farm, was a gift to reliever Cody Allen. The chicken stood in front of the warning track in center field.
The Indians moved a half-game past Baltimore in the chase for a playoff spot.
Cleveland began the night 3½ games behind Tampa Bay for the second wild card.
Relievers Bryan Shaw (3-3), Allen, Joe Smith and Chris Perez, who recorded his 22nd save, combined to allow one hit in 4 1-3 scoreless innings.