Steven Okert

The Twins have outrighted Steven Okert to Triple-A St. Paul.

Fantasy Impact

Okert was designated for assignment and has officially cleared waivers. He will remain in the organization as a depth option for the Twins.

The Twins have designated Steven Okert for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Okert will lose his spot on the 40-man roster to Scott Blewett. He struggled with a 5.09 ERA and a 1.50 WHIP this season.

The Twins placed Steven Okert on the bereavement list on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Okert will be away from the team for at least a few days.

Steven Okert worked an inning of relief in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Rays, giving up no runs on one hit and no walks with one strikeout.

Fantasy Impact

Okert has been very solid out of the Marlins bullpen so far this season, as he sports a 2.13 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and 34.6-percent strikeout rate across 12 2/3 innings. The 30-year-old southpaw has not been scored upon in any of his last five outings.