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With Taj Bradley nearing return, what’s the plan for the Twins' starting rotation?
Minnesota is considering a five-man or six-man rotation as Taj Bradley nears activation and Woods Richardson’s roster status adds pressure.
- Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton indicated pitcher Taj Bradley could return to the rotation Saturday following a successful bullpen session Wednesday after being sidelined since May 9.
- Shelton ruled out a six-man rotation, stating it's 'extremely challenging to manage,' and will rely on Bradley, Connor Prielipp, Joe Ryan, Bailey Ober, and Zebby Matthews for the rotation.
- Ryan has tallied three consecutive starts allowing just one run, while Prielipp posted a 2.88 ERA through five games; Matthews allowed two runs in 13 innings and Ober secured his first career complete-game shutout.
- Decisions loom regarding pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson, who lacks minor league options, while rookie pitcher Rojas threw four scoreless innings in his first major league start Monday and remains a long-man candidate.
- The Twins begin a 17-game stretch in as many days tonight in Boston, with Prielipp scheduled to start the opener as the rotation seeks to maintain its recent strong performance.
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With Taj Bradley nearing return, what’s the plan for the Twins' starting rotation?
MINNEAPOLIS — When the Minnesota Twins kick off a stretch of 17 games in as many days Friday night in Boston, they’ll do so with Connor Prielipp on the mound. Beyond that, they haven’t announced how they’ll line up on Saturday, prompting a wave of questions. Will Taj Bradley come back this weekend, or does he need another rehab outing? What will the Twins do with Kendry Rojas? How will Simeon Woods Richardson be used? And what will the Twins do …
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