What does Carlos Carrasco have in common with hit FOX show 'Empire?'

Published Jun. 4, 2015 11:30 a.m. ET

Connor Kiesel

Andre Knott talked to Cleveland Indians starter Carlos Carrasco before Thursday night's game against the Kansas City Royals - and we learned something new about the 28-year-old pitcher.

Both "Cookie" Carrasco and Cookie Lyon, played by Taraji P. Henson, in the FOX drama "Empire," are fearsome foes.

Carrasco is off to a strong start to 2015 with a 7-4 record, 3.92 ERA and 74 strikeouts in 64 1/3 innings.

Lyon made her presence felt this year too.