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Twins Place Wallner on Paternity List, Promote Prospect McCusker

The roster tweak addresses an outfield opening by giving the power-hitting prospect his first major-league opportunity

Aug 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Matt Wallner (38) hits a home run against the Kansas City Royals in the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
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May 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins right fielder Carson McCusker (60) reacts to his strikeout against the Kansas City Royals during the second inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • Matt Wallner was placed on the paternity list on Saturday after he and his wife welcomed their first child, daughter Elliotte Bryn.
  • Minnesota recalled outfielder Carson McCusker from Triple-A St. Paul to fill Wallner’s roster spot.
  • McCusker has hit 19 home runs and driven in 61 runs over 87 games for the Saints this season.
  • Wallner leaves the roster with a .218 batting average, 16 home runs, 27 RBIs and an .821 OPS in 74 games this year.
  • The move helps the Twins shore up their outfield and evaluate young talent during a late-season playoff push in the AL Central.