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Minnesota Twins Legends Tony Oliva and Kent Hrbek Recovering After Strokes

The two franchise icons, who suffered strokes days apart earlier this month, are now home and progressing toward full recoveries.

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Twins greats Tony Oliva and Kent Hrbek

Overview

  • Tony Oliva, 86, experienced a series of mini strokes that were officially diagnosed on April 8, with specialists suggesting an earlier onset.
  • Kent Hrbek, 64, suffered a minor stroke on April 10 following knee surgery and was hospitalized before returning home on April 22.
  • Both players, whose numbers are retired and statues stand outside Target Field, spent their entire careers with the Minnesota Twins.
  • Oliva is undergoing further diagnostic testing, while Hrbek is regaining speech fluency and mobility with mild lingering effects.
  • The Twins organization and fans continue to support their recoveries, with hopes of seeing them back at the ballpark soon.