First baseman Matt Hague (.111 – 0 HR – 2 RBI) has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to clear a roster spot for starting pitcher Charlie Morton who has been reinstated from the disabled list. Hague in 9 at-bats was 1-9 with 2 RBI’s and no walks. Hague batted .400 in spring training with seven home runs.

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