Indians’ Bauer throws to hitters for first time since injury

CLEVELAND (AP) — Trevor Bauer threw to hitters for the first time since breaking his right leg last month and hopes to be back on the mound for Cleveland in time for the postseason.
The right-hander pitched three simulated innings of about 17-to-19 pitches per inning and jokingly told manager Terry Francona he was available against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night.
“I’m glad he feels that way,” Francona said. “I don’t think that’s going to happen,