The White Sox recently received some good news on the injury front, as GM Chris Getz told reporters (including 670 The Score’s Bruce Levine) that the prognoses on injured hitters Luis Robert Jr. and Yoan Moncada aren’t quite as worrying as the club initially believed. Per Getz, Robert may be able to return from the Grade 2 hip flexor strain that sent him to the injured list … [Read more...] about AL Central Notes: White Sox, Correa, Tigers
Twins Place Carlos Correa On 10-Day IL, Designate Michael Tonkin
The Twins announced a set of roster moves prior to their double-header with the Tigers, including the expected news that Carlos Correa has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Right-hander Michael Tonkin has also been designated for assignment, and the Twins have filled those two open roster spots by calling catcher Jair Camargo up from Triple-A, and selecting the contract … [Read more...] about Twins Place Carlos Correa On 10-Day IL, Designate Michael Tonkin
Carlos Correa Leaves Game With Oblique Strain
Carlos Correa left this evening’s game in the third inning. The Twins quickly announced that the star shortstop has been diagnosed with a right oblique strain (relayed by Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com). It’s far too soon to know how long Correa might be out of action. That Minnesota announced the oblique strain within 20 minutes of the two-time All-Star sustaining the injury seems … [Read more...] about Carlos Correa Leaves Game With Oblique Strain
Twins Acquire Michael Tonkin From Mets
The Twins announced that they have acquired right-hander Michael Tonkin from the Mets, after the latter club designated him for assignment last week. Outfielder Max Kepler has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right knee contusion, opening an active roster spot for Tonkin. Right-hander Zack Weiss was transferred to the 60-day IL due to his right shoulder strain, … [Read more...] about Twins Acquire Michael Tonkin From Mets
Orioles Trade Diego Castillo To Twins
The Orioles announced Friday that they’ve traded minor league infielder/outfielder Diego Castillo to the Twins in exchange for cash. He’s not to be confused with veteran reliever Diego Castillo — the former Mariners/Rays closer and setup man who also joined the Twins on a minor league deal last week. This latest trade will bring the younger, 26-year-old Castillo to the Twins. … [Read more...] about Orioles Trade Diego Castillo To Twins