Michael Choice was designated for assignment Wednesday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Choice was designated for assignment Wednesday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Analysis:

The Indians acquired the former 10th overall pick from the Rangers in August and quickly opted to jettison him off their 40-man roster after acquiring Kirby Yates on Wednesday. Choice recorded a .239/.308/.393 slash line to go along with 13 home runs and 67 RBI with two different Triple-A affiliations in 2015, so it seems likely the Indians would like to see the 26-year-old remain with the organization if he passes through waivers unclaimed.