Tribe closer Wood out at least six weeks

GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Kerry Wood went one full season in Cleveland without making a trip to the disabled list. He won’t make it two.

The Indians’ closer, with a long history of injuries and surgeries, could miss two months with a strained muscle in his upper back, an injury that was not initially believed to be serious. Trainer Lonnie Soloff said Saturday that an MRI exam on Wood revealed a “moderate” strain. He said Wood will be out a minimum of six weeks.

While Wood is sidelined, right-hander Chris Perez will take over as Cleveland’s closer.

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