John Axford threw a perfect inning Sunday against the Angels to bring his ERA down to a mere 1.29 in seven outings this spring.

Axford threw a perfect inning Sunday against the Angels to bring his ERA down to a mere 1.29 in seven outings this spring.

Analysis:

Axford is in line to be the closer for the Indians on Opening Day, and the way he's pitching this spring shows that he's ready for that role. In seven innings, he has only allowed three hits and one earned run, while striking out eight and walking three.