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The Minnesota Twins have decided to demote Edouard Julien to Triple-A to make room for Royce Lewis, despite Julien's potential. This decision impacts the team's infield and designated hitter rotation, with José Miranda expected to play multiple positions and Willi Castro likely taking over at second base. The move raises questions about the Twins' strategy and its implications for their 2024 contention hopes.
The Minnesota Twins have placed third baseman Jose Miranda on the 10-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement, adding to their growing list of injured infielders. In a corresponding move, outfielder Matt Wallner has been called up from Triple-A. The Twins have been hit hard by injuries this season, and with Miranda joining Jorge Polanco, Nick Gordon, and Royce Lewis on the injured list, the team will rely on Edouard Julien, Kyle Farmer, and Donovan Solano in the infield. Polanco is expected to begin a rehab assignment soon, while top pitching prospect Connor Prielipp is set to undergo surgery on his UCL.
Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained left oblique, adding to his ongoing injury struggles. The Twins have called up Jose Miranda to replace him, hoping he can regain his rookie season form. In other AL Central news, the Cleveland Guardians are awaiting updates on pitcher Triston McKenzie's UCL sprain, while the Detroit Tigers are set to welcome back left-handers Tarik Skubal and Eduardo Rodriguez to their rotation. Rodriguez has been one of the best starters in the league this season with a 2.13 ERA.
The demotion of Jose Miranda to Triple-A St. Paul and the return of Kyle Farmer from the injured list has started the clock on Royce Lewis at third base for the Minnesota Twins. Lewis is set to begin a rehab assignment and could work his way back into the Twins' plans by early next month. Even if Miranda gets back on track, it's possible Lewis or top prospect Brooks Lee could leapfrog him in the third base picture. Sorting through long-term infield options is crucial for the Twins as they try to maximize their talent.
The Minnesota Twins have demoted struggling third baseman José Miranda to Class AAA St. Paul and activated infielder Kyle Farmer from the injured list. Miranda, who had a strong rookie season in 2022, has struggled in 35 games this season, hitting .220 with three home runs and 13 RBI. Farmer has completed his rehab assignment and is hitting .226 with a home run in 11 games with the Twins.