Twins Reinstate P. López from Injured List Ahead of Royals Series
UPDATE: The Minnesota Twins have officially reinstated right-handed pitcher Pablo López from the 60-day injured list, just in time for his start against the Kansas City Royals today at 7:10 PM ET. This critical move comes after López missed nearly three months due to a strain of the teres major muscle in his throwing shoulder, an injury he sustained during his last outing on June 3.
López, a 2023 All-Star, made significant progress during his rehab assignment, posting an impressive 3.18 ERA over 11 1/3 innings in three starts for Triple-A St. Paul. Before his injury, he was a key player for the Twins, holding a 5-3 record with a stellar 2.82 ERA across 11 starts, and limiting opponents to a mere .225 batting average.
This return comes at a critical juncture for the Twins, whose season has struggled following López’s absence. The team faced challenges, trading away 10 players from their major league roster leading up to the trade deadline. With López back on the mound, fans are eager to see if he can help turn the tide for the struggling franchise.
As the Twins prepare for this pivotal series against the Royals, the immediate impact of López’s return cannot be understated. His performance will be crucial in determining the Twins’ trajectory as they look to regain their footing in the postseason race.
Stay tuned for updates on López’s performance tonight and how it may affect the Twins moving forward in this season filled with uncertainty.
