Minnesota Twins

The Twins have optioned Caleb Boushley to Triple-A St. Paul. (Source: Betsy Helfand on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Boushley did not appear in a game while with the Twins after his call up. The team has not announced a corresponding move.

Bailey Ober earned the win, allowing four earned runs on six hits and striking out three over six innings in Wednesday's 10-5 victory over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Despite giving up a quartet of runs, Ober managed to keep his walks at bay, issuing none, which helped him navigate through the Chicago lineup effectively enough to secure his third win of the season. His performance today, characterized by a mix of susceptibility and control, mirrors his season thus far—solid WHIP and FIP numbers suggest underlying skills that could lead to more consistent outcomes. Fantasy managers should note his improved command as a positive takeaway, though the modest strikeout numbers might limit his ceiling in categories heavily reliant on Ks.

Alex Kirilloff went 1-for-3 with a home run, two runs scored, an RBI, a walk, and a strikeout in the Twins' 10-5 victory over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: This performance, featuring his second home run of the season, might hint at a potential uptick in power for Kirilloff, who has otherwise posted modest numbers this year. With a season batting average of .259, his fantasy relevance has been limited, primarily to deeper leagues or those with a focus on OBP. However, his ability to contribute across multiple categories, as seen in this game, should keep him on the radar for fantasy managers in need of outfield depth. His consistent playing time and spot in the lineup are positives, but he'll need to improve his power output and contact rates to become a more impactful fantasy asset.

Byron Buxton was removed from Wednesday’s game due to right knee soreness. (Source: Do-Hyoung Park on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Buxton exited the game after a stolen base attempt in the second inning. The immediate concern is that it could be more than soreness, considering that he has previously had surgery on his right knee. Buxton should be considered day-to-day for now.

The Twins optioned Kody Funderburk to Triple-A St. Paul. (Source: Lexi Schweinert on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Funderburk has posted a 3.38 ERA so far this season over 11 appearances for Minnesota. He'll likely be called back up at some point later in the season.

Jhoan Duran worked one inning, allowing no runs on one hit with one strikeout en route to his first save of the season.

Fantasy Impact: Duran was activated from the IL on Tuesday and wasted no time grabbing his first save of the season. The third-year reliever is coming off an excellent season last year, when he nailed down 27 saves alongside a 2.45 ERA and 84-t0-25 K/BB across 62 1/3 innings.

The Twins have designated Matt Bowman for assignment. (Source: Twins on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Bowman is the corresponding move for the Twins as they clear a spot for the returning Jhoan Duran. The 32-year-old will be subject to waivers.

The Twins sent Josh Winder on a rehab assignment to Single-A Fort Myers. (Source: John Vittas on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Winder was placed on the 60-day injured list at the end of February with a scapular stress fracture. He'll likely be slowly worked back to full strengths in the minors on his rehab stint.

Christian Vazquez struggled at the plate, going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in the Twins' 3-2 win over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: He did manage to steal a base, but his overall impact was minimal. Vazquez's season has been underwhelming, with a .232 batting average and minimal power, evidenced by just one home run and four RBI over 17 games. His strikeout rate is concerning at .262, and his low walk rate of .033 suggests he's not compensating with on-base skills. Fantasy managers should consider these trends indicative of limited upside, making him a less desirable option in all but the deepest of leagues.

Carlos Santana went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in the Twins' 3-2 win over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: His solo shot contributed crucially to the narrow victory, marking his fourth homer of the season. Despite the impactful performance, Santana's season has been underwhelming with a mere .185 batting average and a .266 wOBA over 25 games. His power shows in sporadic bursts, but his high strikeout rate and low BABIP suggest continued inconsistency. Fantasy managers should view Santana as a risky play, primarily useful in deeper leagues for occasional power surges.

Caleb Thielbar notched a save, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out two in Monday's 3-2 win over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Despite a rocky start to the season with a bloated 8.44 ERA and a concerning 2.25 WHIP, Thielbar managed to secure his second save in a high-pressure scenario. His performance in this game could hint at a potential turnaround, but fantasy managers should remain cautious. His high strikeout rate (10.1 K/9) continues to be a silver lining, suggesting he can still dominate batters when on point.

Joe Ryan delivered a solid outing, yielding two earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out three over six innings in Monday's 3-2 win over the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: This performance was a decent display of control and efficiency, albeit with fewer strikeouts than fantasy managers might prefer, especially given his impressive 10.6 K/9 rate this season. Despite a modest strikeout total in this game, Ryan's season-long metrics, including a stellar 2.91 FIP and a 1.04 WHIP, suggest he remains a strong fantasy option.

Carlos Correa (oblique) returns to the lineup for the Minnesota Twins against the Chicago White Sox Monday. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Correa is back after being activated from the injured list earlier Monday, starting at shortstop and batting second against the White Sox for manager Rocco Baldelli.

The Twins are expected to option Austin Martin to Triple-A St. Paul. (Source: Do-Hyoung Park on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The Twins are expected to activate Carlos Correa from the injured list Monday. Martin slashed .226/.294/.371 during his time with the Twins. Fantasy managers should expect that Martin would be recalled if the team needs depth in the future.

Pablo Lopez allowed four runs on four hits over five innings with eight strikeouts on Sunday against the Angels.

Fantasy Impact: It was not the best performance for Lopez, but the Twins provided him with plenty of run support in the win. He'll look to bounce back against the Red Sox.

Max Kepler is not in the lineup for the Minnesota Twins against the Los Angeles Angels Sunday. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Kepler will receive the afternoon off against a left-handed starting pitcher, with Manuel Margot starting in right field and batting third for manager Rocco Baldelli against the Angels Sunday.

Edouard Julien is out of the lineup for the Minnesota Twins against the Los Angeles Angels Sunday. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Julien will sit out with a left-hander on the mound, with Kyle Farmer starting at second base and batting eighth against the Angels for manager Rocco Baldelli Sunday.

Manuel Margot is back in the lineup for the Minnesota Twins against the Los Angeles Angels Sunday. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Margot returns with a left-hander on the mound for the Angels Sunday, starting in right field and batting third for manager Rocco Baldelli.

Ryan Jeffers went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in the Twins' 16-5 demolition of the Angels.

Fantasy Impact: His performance included a round-tripper and a pair of walks, contributing significantly to the offensive onslaught. Jeffers's season is shaping up nicely, with a solid .286 average and five homers through 23 games. His ability to combine power with a decent on-base skill, evidenced by his .397 wOBA, makes him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially in formats that reward walks and power. While his strikeout rate remains a concern, his consistent RBI production and potential for home runs should keep him relevant in most fantasy formats.

Chris Paddack snagged a win despite a shaky outing, allowing four earned runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out two over five innings in Saturday's 16-5 rout of the Angels.

Fantasy Impact: While the Twins' offense provided ample cushion, Paddack's performance did little to reassure fantasy managers about his reliability. His season ERA now sits at an inflated 5.88, with a WHIP of 1.69, both numbers painting a picture of a pitcher struggling to find his form. The low strikeout rate of 7.3 K/9 further limits his appeal in fantasy formats that reward punchouts. Owners should tread carefully, as his current metrics suggest more turbulent outings ahead unless he can make significant adjustments.