Chang (finger) has gone 1-for-12 with one RBI and two strikeouts in four games with Triple-A Columbus since his return from the 7-day injured list.

Chang has been placed on the 7-day injured list due to a left finger sprain, Tribe Insider reports.

Chang was placed on the 7-day injured list with Triple-A Columbus with an undisclosed injury.

Chang (finger) is scheduled to play in a minor-league game Tuesday against the Reds.

Chang was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Monday.

Chang was added to the Indians' 40-man roster on Monday to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

Chang finished his first Double-A campaign with a .220/.312/.461 slash line, 24 home runs, 66 RBI and 72 runs.

Chang exited Tuesday's game with Double-A Akron early after being hit by a pitch on his right hand.

Chang is hitting .201/.277/.475 with nine home runs, 21 RBI and 20 runs through his first 38 games at Double-A Akron.

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Cleveland is a difficult fit for Yu-Cheng Chang moving forward. At the moment, he sees limited opportunity at shortstop because of Francisco Lindor. The club will be looking for a potential utility option, but he will need to display more versatility before that is a real consideration. There is likely no chance he sees the major league level in 2017, but continued improvement in plate discipline and regular production could bode well for him down the road.

Chang has returned to action for High-A Lynchburg after missing two weeks with a wrist injury.

Chang was placed on the 7-day DL with High-A Lynchburg on Saturday due to a right wrist strain.