2014 Cleveland Indians season

Updated on Oct 31, 2023

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Record 85–77 (.525) Owner(s) Larry Dolan Manager(s) Terry Francona		Divisional place 3rd General manager(s) Chris Antonetti
Local television SportsTime Ohio · WKYC (Matt Underwood Rick Manning)

The 2014 Cleveland Indians season was the 114th season for the franchise. They finished in third place, five games back in the Central Division.

Departures

On November 23, 2013, relief pitcher Joe Smith signed a three-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels.

Scott Kazmir agreed to a two-year, $24 million contract with the Oakland Athletics on December 3, 2013.

Arrivals

On November 1, 2013, Jason Giambi re-signed to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

On November 25, 2013 the Indians signed former Texas Rangers outfielder David Murphy to a two-year contract with a club option for a third year.

Regular Season

The Indians opened their season on March 31, a 2-0 win over the Oakland Athletics. Their home opener, which was four days later, sold out in 15 minutes, one of the fastest sellouts in team history.