The Twins announced that right-hander Scott Blewett has been designated for assignment. The move opens up a roster spot for left-hander Kody Funderburk, who was called up from Triple-A. Blewett’s minor league deal was selected to Minnesota’s roster earlier this week, and the righty made a good accounting for himself by allowing one run over 4 2/3 relief innings, while striking … [Read more...] about Twins Designate Scott Blewett For Assignment
Twins To Option Jose Miranda, Activate Brooks Lee
The Twins are set to option infielder Jose Miranda to the minor leagues, according to a report from Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic. Gleeman goes on to suggest that Miranda’s departure will make way for the return of infielder Brooks Lee, who he reports is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list after missing the start of the season due to a bout of lower back … [Read more...] about Twins To Option Jose Miranda, Activate Brooks Lee
Darren McCaughan Elects Free Agency, Will Re-Sign With Twins
11:19am: The Twins will indeed re-sign McCaughan to a new minor league contract, reports Darren Wolfson of KSTP and SKOR North Radio. He’ll head to Triple-A St. Paul. 11:00am: Right-hander Darren McCaughan cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Twins and has rejected an outright assignment in favor of free agency, per his transaction log at MLB.com. The … [Read more...] about Darren McCaughan Elects Free Agency, Will Re-Sign With Twins
Royce Lewis Remains A Few Weeks From Beginning Rehab Assignment
Royce Lewis was cleared for a running program over the weekend, three weeks after sustaining a moderate left hamstring strain. President of baseball operations Derek Falvey told reporters that Lewis is likely around three weeks from being able to begin a minor league rehab assignment (link via Phil Miller of the Minnesota Star-Tribune). The third baseman’s rehab hasn’t hit any … [Read more...] about Royce Lewis Remains A Few Weeks From Beginning Rehab Assignment
Twins Likely To Place Pablo Lopez On Injured List
The Twins plan to place Pablo López on the 15-day injured list, manager Rocco Baldelli tells reporters (including Bobby Nightengale of The Minnesota Star-Tribune and Dan Hayes of The Athletic). Minnesota’s Opening Day starter was diagnosed with a Grade One strain of his right hamstring. A Grade One strain is the least severe. Baldelli indicated the Twins are hopeful that López … [Read more...] about Twins Likely To Place Pablo Lopez On Injured List