Nick Wittgren

The Twins signed Nick Wittgren to a minor league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Wittgren made 27 appearances with the Royals last season. He'll add depth in the Twins organization.

Reliever Nick Wittgren has had his contract selected by the Kansas City Royals.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran was promoted from Triple-A Omaha Tuesday with pitcher Max Castillo being optioned in a corresponding move. Wittgren pitched to a 5.90 ERA in 29 appearances with the Cardinals last season and tossed a sparkling 1.25 ERA across 17 appearances this season in Omaha, racking up five saves in the process.

Nick Wittgren tossed a scoreless ninth inning Saturday, allowing one hit and picking up the win in the Cardinals' 5-4 win over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

Wittgren was able to pick up his first win of the season Saturday after Tommy Edman's walk-off two-run home run Saturday. The right-hander has not been very good out of the bullpen for St. Louis so far this season, carrying a 1.67 WHIP and 5.79 ERA to go along with a .333 BABIP allowed in 25 relief appearances this season.

Cardinals RP Nick Wittgren came in and recorded the final out Wednesday to pick up a rare save in the Cardinals' 5-2 win over the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Wittgren was called on to shut the door on the Padres Wednesday and did just that in 1/3 of an inning. The right-hander should not be rostered regardless, posting a 5.30 ERA and 1.61 WHIP in 22 appearances for the Cardinals this season.

Nick Wittgren and the Cardinals have agreed to a one-year contract worth $1.2 million.

Fantasy Impact

The six-year veteran has pitched for both Miami and Cleveland in his career. He has pitched 271.1 innings with a 3.75 ERA, 265 strikeouts, and 1.205 WHIP.