Indians' Ryan Merritt: Notified he's on World Series roster

Merritt was notified that he's on the Indians' World Series roster, Ryan Lewis of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Analysis:

Following his heroics in Game 5 of the ALCS, the Indians decided to reward the left-hander with a roster spot for the World Series, although his role on this squad remains to be seen. Merritt seems like a potential option to start Game 4, but Corey Kluber could pitch on short rest if needed, and Danny Salazar (forearm) could also swipe the start now that he's been added to the World Series roster. Things should become clearer as the series plays out.