Tyner Promoted To Cleveland

Published on May 11, 2008 under International League (IL1)
Buffalo Bisons News Release

The Cleveland Indians today announced that they have purchased the contract of Bisons OF Jason Tyner. To make roster room, RHP Tom Mastny has been optioned to Buffalo.

Mastny began the season with the Herd and posted a 6.75ERA in four games (5.1IP, 9H, 5R, 4ER, 4BB, 9K). He was promoted to Cleveland on April 28 and appeared in two games with the Tribe (10.80ERA, 1.2IP, 2H, 2R, 2ER, 3BB, 3K).

Tyner hit .234 (22-94) with one homerun, seven RBI and six steals in 31 games for Buffalo.

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