Twins Make Major Moves After Trade Deadline

In a dramatic roster reshuffle, the Minnesota Twins have called up three position players and five pitchers from their Class AAA affiliate in St. Paul, following a week of shocking trades that saw nearly 40% of the roster move. This comes after Thursday’s fire sale that left fans buzzing.

New Faces Join the Roster

Among the new additions is second baseman Edouard Julien, who is returning to the majors after a significant stint in the minor leagues. Julien, known for his impactful play, bobbled a routine grounder during his first game back, showcasing the challenges of re-entering the big leagues.

Veteran Pitchers Looking for Redemption

Veteran pitcher Ramírez is making his way back to the Twins after a rocky season, having pitched for several teams over his 13-year career. He comes with a 4.35 ERA from the previous year with the Tampa Bay Rays, looking to regain his form after recovering from a shoulder tear.

Meanwhile, Ureña, who has seen action with multiple teams including the Dodgers and the Mets this season, is also part of the call-up. He recorded a 5.40 ERA in nine outings before joining the Twins.

New Acquisitions Head to AAA

The Twins have opted to send center fielder James Outman along with pitchers Mick Abel and Taj Bradley to Class AAA. This decision comes as the team hopes to refine their skills before returning to the majors, particularly focusing on Outman’s swing adjustments.

Sands and Topa: New Roles in the Bullpen

In addition to the roster changes, manager Rocco Baldelli has informed Cole Sands and Justin Topa to prepare for new late-inning roles due to the recent trading of five relievers. Sands, who has two saves this season, is expected to step up as the primary closer, while Topa will take on the role of the main setup man.

A Transition Period for the Twins

As the Twins navigate this transition, fans are eager to see how these new players will perform and how the team's dynamics will shift. With the trade deadline behind them, it’s time for the Twins to regroup and set their sights on a hopeful remainder of the season.