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Twins Add Justin Lawrence in Low-Key Bullpen Dart Throw

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TradeMINJun 1, 10:34 PM EDT

Twins Add Justin Lawrence in Low-Key Bullpen Dart Throw

Minnesota picks up the 31-year-old sinkerballer off Pittsburgh's DFA list as it scrambles to patch a struggling bullpen.

The Twins officially acquired right-handed reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pirates in exchange for cash. Lawrence was designated for assignment by Pittsburgh last week and is out of minor league options, meaning Minnesota must add him to the active MLB roster. The Twins will need to demote another pitcher once Lawrence reports. Minnesota's bullpen ranks 25th in ERA and 29th in strikeout rate, reflecting ongoing struggles since the team traded away multiple relievers at last year's deadline.

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InjuryMINMay 31, 1:50 PM EDT

Ober Lands on IL With Elbow Inflammation

The Twins lose their right-hander to a 15-day IL stint, marking his fifth career IL placement and first elbow trouble in six years.

Bailey Ober has been placed on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation, per The Athletic's Dan Hayes. This is Ober's fifth career IL stint but his first elbow-related absence since a right ulnar nerve subluxation cost him two months in 2019. His return timeline is not yet clear. The move comes at a difficult time for Minnesota, who sit 27-32 and third in the AL Central.

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Twins DFA Simeon Woods Richardson, Call Up John Klein

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Twins DFA Simeon Woods Richardson, Call Up John Klein

Minnesota designates struggling starter/reliever SWR for assignment after poor results; Klein joins roster from Triple-A St. Paul.

The Twins officially designated Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment after he posted a 7.74 ERA over 47.2 innings this season, walking nearly as many batters as he struck out. Woods Richardson had been removed from the rotation two weeks prior but made an emergency start Thursday when Kendry Rojas was scratched with an elbow issue, allowing five runs in 2.2 innings. With no minor league options remaining, the Twins had little flexibility to keep him. Right-hander John Klein, already on the 40-man roster, was called up from Triple-A to fill the roster spot.

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Twins DFA Woods Richardson, call up Klein from Triple-A

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RosterMINMay 30, 3:46 PM EDT

Twins DFA Woods Richardson, call up Klein from Triple-A

Minnesota clears a roster spot by designating starter Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment and promoting John Klein from the minors.

The Minnesota Twins have designated pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment, removing him from the 40-man roster. To fill the vacancy, the club recalled right-hander John Klein from Triple-A. Woods Richardson had been part of the Twins rotation but will now pass through waivers or be traded or released. Klein gets a fresh opportunity at the MLB level with the move.

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Twins DFA Simeon Woods Richardson, Call Up John Klein

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RosterMINMay 30, 10:23 AM EDT

Twins DFA Simeon Woods Richardson, Call Up John Klein

Minnesota designates struggling starter/reliever SWR for assignment, opening a roster spot for Triple-A righty John Klein.

The Twins officially designated Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment after he posted a 7.74 ERA over 47.2 innings this season. Woods Richardson had been removed from the rotation two weeks prior but made an emergency start Thursday when Kendry Rojas was scratched with an elbow issue, allowing five runs in 2.2 innings. With no minor league options remaining, the Twins opted to move on rather than keep him in a relief role. John Klein, already on the 40-man roster, was recalled from Triple-A in the corresponding move.

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InjuryMINMay 29, 11:12 PM EDT

Murakami Exits Early in White Sox Win Over Tigers

White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami departed in the third inning Friday, leaving his status uncertain after an early exit.

Munetaka Murakami left Friday's game against the Tigers during the bottom of the third inning. The article does not specify the nature of the injury or provide further detail, as the text appears cut off. Murakami is described as a star slugger for the White Sox, making his early exit a notable concern. His availability for upcoming games is unclear pending further information.

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NewsMINMay 29, 9:47 AM EDT

Zebby Matthews emerging as top waiver wire SP for Twins

Matthews has posted elite strikeout-to-walk numbers and consistent length, making him a priority add in fantasy leagues.

Zebby Matthews is currently rostered in only 39% of fantasy leagues despite posting a 17:2 K:BB ratio across his first three starts. He has pitched at least six innings in each outing, demonstrating both efficiency and durability. Fantasy analysts are calling for his ownership to surpass 50% given the lack of comparable options on the waiver wire.

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InjuryMINMay 28, 8:28 PM EDT

Rojas Scratched With Elbow Soreness, Twins Turn to Woods Richardson

Minnesota's promising rookie was a late scratch from his start against the White Sox after reporting elbow soreness, forcing a lineup adjustment.

Kendry Rojas was pulled from his scheduled start against the Chicago White Sox on May 25 due to elbow soreness. Simeon Woods Richardson stepped in as a spot starter in his place. Elbow soreness in a pitcher is a notable concern and warrants monitoring for potential IL placement. The Twins were already at a disadvantage facing White Sox starter Davis Martin, described as a current AL Cy Young candidate.

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Twins Deploy Bullpen Game vs. White Sox; Venable Shuffles Lineup

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LineupMINMay 28, 1:34 PM EDT

Twins Deploy Bullpen Game vs. White Sox; Venable Shuffles Lineup

Minnesota turns to rookie Kendry Rojas as an opener-plus while Chicago's Will Venable reshuffles his batting order against the southpaw.

The Twins are running a bullpen game with lefty Kendry Rojas serving as an opener-plus against the White Sox. Rojas carries a 1.26 ERA and 14 strikeouts in 14.1 innings but has issued 10 walks this season. White Sox manager Will Venable adjusted his lineup in response to the left-handed starter. Chicago counters with Davis Martin, who holds a 2.04 ERA.

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