the Indians have several young starting pitchers who don't possess a true 95 mph fastball. Having Maddux around might be a benefit all the way around.
His ERA is currently 3.90, and he could be paid with the money that was saved by trading CC.
I think it's a no brainer. This team, after beating Tampa Bay four straight, may have just eeked their way back into the wild card race as they only trail the Yankees by 8.5 games heading into the All Star Break.