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Twins snag 6-foot-4 reliever from Astros in MLB waiver claim
TL;DR
The Minnesota Twins claimed 27-year-old reliever Christian Roa from the Houston Astros off waivers, enhancing their bullpen depth. In the process, they designated utility man Eric Wagaman for assignment to make room for Roa.
Key points
- Twins claimed Christian Roa from Astros off waivers
- Roa is a 27-year-old right-handed reliever
- He averaged 96.2 mph on his fastball
- Twins designated Eric Wagaman for assignment
- Roa was a second-round pick by the Reds in 2020
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The Minnesota Twins made a noteworthy addition to their bullpen depth on Thursday, claiming a right-handed reliever off waivers from the Houston Astros.
According to Dan Hayes of The Athletic, 27-year-old Christian Roa has joined the Twins after the Astros designated him for assignment earlier this week.
In a corresponding move, Minnesota designated utility man Eric Wagaman for assignment. Wagama's 40-man roster spot will go to Roa, a former second-round pick of the Cincinnati Reds in 2020.
Roa made seven appearances out of the bullpen for the Astros, averaging 96.2 mph on his four-seam fastball. He allowed five earned runs and struck out six batters in 8.2 innings.
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"This is the second of Roa’s three minor league option years. The Twins can shuttle him back and forth across the Mississippi River as needed both this year and next, assuming he sticks on the roster," wrote Thursday. "For now, he’ll open in St. Paul, but given the state of the club’s bullpen, there’ll surely be opportunities over on the Minneapolis side of the Twin Cities."
Q&A
Who is Christian Roa and what are his stats?
Christian Roa is a 27-year-old right-handed reliever who made seven appearances for the Astros, averaging 96.2 mph on his fastball, with five earned runs and six strikeouts in 8.2 innings.
Why did the Twins claim Christian Roa from the Astros?
The Twins claimed Christian Roa to bolster their bullpen depth after the Astros designated him for assignment, indicating they see potential in his pitching abilities.
What happened to Eric Wagaman after the Twins claimed Roa?
Eric Wagaman was designated for assignment by the Twins to create a roster spot for Christian Roa.