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Twins' top pitching prospect to make MLB debut against slumping Mets
TL;DR
The Minnesota Twins have called up top pitching prospect Connor Prielipp to make his MLB debut against the New York Mets. Prielipp, a left-hander and second-round pick in 2022, is replacing utility man Ryan Kreidler.
Key points
- Connor Prielipp promoted from Triple-A St. Paul
- Making MLB debut against New York Mets
- Ranked No. 5 prospect on MLB Pipeline
- Second-round pick in 2022
- Outstanding recent performance with eight strikeouts
Minnesota TwinsNew York MetsConnor PrielippRyan Kreidler
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The Minnesota Twins have promoted their top pitching prospect from Triple-A St. Paul for Wednesday's matchup against the New York Mets.
The AL Central club promoted left-hander Connor Prielipp, their No. 5-ranked prospect on MLB Pipeline. He will make his Major League debut with Wednesday's start.
Minnesota optioned utility man Ryan Kreidler in a corresponding move.
"Prielipp was a second-round pick in 2022 who has a checkered health history but dynamite stuff when he’s available," MLB.com's Matthew Leach wrote this afternoon. "He’s coming off an outstanding start, having struck out eight over five innings for St. Paul on April 16."
The 25-year-old has some serious velocity despite undergoing Tommy John Surgery during his college days.
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"The Twins are cautiously optimistic that the real, healthy Prielipp is now ready to show up, now more confident in his own ability to stay on the mound," Prielipp's MLB Pipeline bio reads. "The stuff is real, and it bounced back, starting with a fastball that averaged 95 mph and touched 99, getting more swing-and-miss and chase with the pitch once he got to Triple-A."
Q&A
Who is Connor Prielipp and why is he making his MLB debut?
Connor Prielipp is the Minnesota Twins' top pitching prospect, promoted to make his MLB debut due to his impressive performance in Triple-A and the team's need for a starting pitcher.
What are Connor Prielipp's stats leading up to his MLB debut?
Before his debut, Connor Prielipp had an outstanding start in Triple-A, striking out eight batters over five innings in his last game on April 16.
What impact could Connor Prielipp have on the Twins' season?
As a highly regarded prospect with strong pitching skills, Connor Prielipp could significantly bolster the Twins' rotation and contribute to their success in the AL Central.
