Minnesota Twins DVOA, Stats, & MLB Rankings

The Minnesota Twins reinstated right-hander Chris Paddack (arm) from the 15-day injured list on Monday and optioned right-hander Josh Winder to Triple-A St. Paul in a corresponding move. Paddack will return to the team's starting rotation on Monday and start against the hosting Chicago White Sox in an excellent matchup. The 28-year-old veteran will return to a 5-3 record, 5.29 ERA (4.27 FIP) and 1.43 WHIP with a 70:18 K:BB in 78 1/3 innings over his 15 starts in his third year in Minnesota. Paddack was originally put on the IL with right-arm fatigue and did not make a start in the minor leagues before being reinstated, so although the matchup against the White Sox is mouthwatering, Paddack will probably have limited DFS upside while being on a strict pitch count in his first start back. He's also had a career-low 20.4% strikeout rate in 2024.

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (finger) was removed from Sunday's game after getting hit by a pitch on the hand. Luckily, the X-rays came back negative for any structural damage. That being said, it sounds like the 29-year-old slugger is dealing with a right finger contusion. After the game, Correa told reporters that he plans on playing during Monday's game. It wouldn't be shocking to see the Twins hold out Correa for a game as a precaution. For now, it sounds like Correa is going to play but fantasy managers will need to check back for another update.

Minnesota Twins outfielder Austin Martin (oblique) has landed on the injured list with a right oblique strain. In a corresponding move, the Twins have recalled Matt Wallner from Triple-A St. Paul. Martin is hitting .265 this season with a homer, nine RBI, and six stolen bases in 113 at-bats. Oblique injuries can be tricky, so Martin could be looking at an extended absence.

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (hand) left Sunday's game early after being hit by a pitch in his right hand, according to Julia Morales of the Space City Home Network. The former platinum glove winner left the game in the first inning after taking a fastball from Houston right-hander Spencer Arrighetti. Correa was replaced by Kyle Farmer. While the severity of the injury is still unknown, the 29-year-old will likely go for X-rays. Correa entered Sunday with a nine-game hitting streak and an overall .305/.376/.508 slash line through 71 games this season. If he were to miss any extended period of time, Brooks Lee, Kyle Farmer, or Willi Castro are all strong candidates to see the majority of opportunities at shortstop.

Minnesota Twins outfielder Matt Wallner was officially promoted to the major league roster, according to Aaron Gleeman of the Athletic. Austin Martin (oblique) was placed on the injured list in a corresponding move. Wallner posted a strong .257/.339/.540 slash line across 67 games at Triple-A this season. Since the start of June, the young outfielder held a stellar .342/.417/.726 slash line with 12 long balls, 29 RBI, and three swiped bags. The 26-year-old struggled in the majors in the opening month of the season with a poor .083 AVG. While he may not receive consistent playing time early on, he could become a name to monitor later in the summer as he flashed high potential in the minors this season.