Overview
- Minnesota announced the trade Friday, sending left-hander Kade Bragg to Miami in exchange for first baseman Eric Wagaman.
- Wagaman, 28, appeared in 140 games for the Marlins in 2025 and hit .250 with 28 doubles, three triples, nine home runs and 53 RBIs, ranking near the top among NL rookies in multiple categories.
- He logged extensive time at first base and also saw action in left field, right field, third base and as a designated hitter.
- Bragg, 24, was a 17th-round pick by the Twins in 2023 and spent parts of two seasons in Minnesota’s Minor League system.
- To open a 40-man roster spot, the Twins designated infielder Ryan Fitzgerald for release or assignment after he hit .196 in 24 games last season.