Twins Acquire Michael Tonkin from Mets to Strengthen Bullpen
The trade aims to bolster the Twins' pitching staff amid several injuries, marking Tonkin's return to his original team.
- The Minnesota Twins acquired right-hander Michael Tonkin from the New York Mets for cash considerations, aiming to bolster their injury-depleted bullpen.
- Tonkin, 34, has a career 4.38 ERA and was designated for assignment by the Mets following a brief stint this season.
- The Twins placed outfielder Max Kepler on the 10-day injured list due to a right knee contusion, making room for Tonkin.
- Tonkin's addition comes as the Twins face several injuries among their relievers, including notable players like Jhoan Duran and Caleb Thielbar.
- This trade marks Tonkin's return to the Twins, the team that originally drafted him in 2008, after various stints with other MLB teams and leagues abroad.