Connor Prielipp's Rookie Season is a Success! Does He Have a Spot On the Minnesota Twins 2027 Roster

Podcast: Locked On Twins - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Twins · Locked On Podcast Network, Brandon Warne, Dave Brown

Opublikowano: 2026-09-21

Minnesota Twins pitcher Connor Prielipp shakes up the rotation outlook with a resilient rookie season, sparking debate about his potential Opening Day role in 2027. Can Prielipp solidify himself as a reliable 4th or 5th starter, or will command issues and hard contact hold him back? CJ Baumgartner highlights Prielipp’s fastball velocity, workload management, and the organizational patience needed before shifting him to the bullpen. Walker Jenkins impresses with a late-season surge, while Dean Kremer’s back-end steadiness provides hope for next year’s depth. The episode spotlights stock fluctuations for Twins players. AJ Minter’s September struggle...