Indians starting pitcher Corey Kluber struck out a career-high 10 batters Sunday against the Red Sox. But he lost the win when closer Chris Perez struggled in the ninth inning before exiting with a shoulder injury and Boston rallied for a 6-5 victory.
Kluber allowed a run on three hits and a walk in 6 2/3 innings in the no-decision. He's had at least five strikeouts in five of his last six starts and has 18 strikeouts in his last two starts (13 innings).
The right-hander is winless in four of his last five starts (1-3). He next starts Friday against the Rays.