The Twins are reportedly close to acquiring left handed starting pitcher Jamie Garcia from the Atlanta Braves for a minor leaguer. The name of the minor league hasn't been revealed.
The Twins lost 11-5 to the Orioles at Target Field yesterday. Twins' starter Kyle Gibson lasted just 4-plus innings with 9 hits and 7 earned runs allowed to take the loss and drop to 5-7.
The Twins lost 6-2 Sunday in Kansas City to drop into a tie with the Royals for 2nd place in the American League Central. The Royals scored 3 runs in 3rd inning, 2 runs in 4th inning and 1 run in the 5th.