the field for batting practice. The bird, supplied by

to win one of the ALs two wild-card spots. The live chicken, presented as a gift to reliever Cody Allen, was on the field for batting practice. The bird, supplied by clubhouse workers from an area farm, was given to Allen, who was nicknamed "Chicken Al" by pitcher Frank Herrmann in spring training. The chicken has been named "Cody." While manager Terry Francona said the chicken will be returned safely to the farm, the bird may have to make a return engagement as the Indians continue their playoff push. "If we get on roll, thats going to be our mascot," Raburn said. "Whoevers the owner of it, were going to have to keep that sucker if we keep winning. Were going to have to get him his own locker." The chicken, carried on the field by staff ace Justin Masterson, spent most of batting practice standing with Clevelands pitchers in front of the warning track in centre field. Allen, as his teammates made clucking noises in his direction following the game, was initially reluctant to discuss his gift but finally relented. "It was funny,