Twins Sign Right-Handed Reliever Josh Staumont to One-Year Contract

Move marks Minnesota's first major league free agency action of the offseason, despite recent surgery and struggles for Staumont.

Josh Staumont, a right-handed reliever, has signed a one-year contract with the Minnesota Twins, marking their first major league free agency move of the offseason.
Staumont, 30, previously pitched five seasons for the Kansas City Royals, saving eight games with a 4.01 ERA and striking out 191 in 168 1/3 innings.
Last season, Staumont had a 5.40 ERA in 21 games for Kansas City before being sidelined due to injury and undergoing surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome.
Despite his recent struggles and surgery, the Twins have taken a chance on Staumont, who was known for his high-90s fastball and big-breaking curveball during his successful stint from 2019-2021.
The Twins have seen several right-handed starters, including Sonny Gray, Kenta Maeda, and Tyler Mahle, sign contracts elsewhere this offseason.