Shaun Marcum

RHP Shaun Marcum gave up six earned runs over just two innings in the 17-0 demolition of the Indians by the Cubs on Wednesday. He was designated for assignment on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Shaun Marcum's magnificent seven scoreless innings in his previous outing seemed like a distant memory. His demotion opens the door for TJ House, Josh Tomlin and other candidates for the fifth starter job. Indians' manager Terry Francona said that they will make that announcement on Friday.

RHP Shaun Marcum allowed just two hits with no walks over seven scoreless innings as he moved to 3-1 with victory over the Mariners on Thursday. He struck out five during the 106 pitch outing.

Fantasy Impact

This was Shaun Marcum's best start of the season. It was his first scoreless outing, his first allowing as few as two hits and his first without giving up a home run. His next start is scheduled to be Tuesday vs. the Cubs.

RHP Shaun Marcum took the win on Saturday at the Mariners with five strikeouts over 5 1/2 innings. He gave up two runs on five hits with three walks.

Fantasy Impact

This outing has certainly solidified Shaun Marcum's claim over the fifth starter job. The Indians' top four starters of Corey Kluber, Carlos Carrasco, Trevor Bauer and Danny Salazar have a combined 3.57 ERA. The fifth starters have combined for a 10.42 ERA. With TJ House struggling back in Triple-A, gritty outings like this will help Shaun Marcum cling to the fifth starter role.

In Monday's defeat by the Rangers, Shaun Marcum gave up seven earned runs on just four hits in 2 2/3 innings. He walked three but struck out six.

Fantasy Impact

This was a jolt back to reality for Shaun Marcum after his heroics in the victory over the White Sox. The Indians have struggled all season with their fifth starter spot which looks to have a revolving door. With TJ House struggling in Triple-A in his first start since being optioned, expect Shaun Marcum to get another start or two.

Following his impressive 6 2/3 innings on Wednesday, Shaun Marcum looks set to keep his place in the rotation. It was his first victory for two years.

Fantasy Impact

The Indians have optioned TJ House and will see what Marcum can do in the rotation. He has a 4-0 record in Triple-A this year with a 1.36 ERA and 1.00 WHIP.