The Minnesota Twins have acquired veteran right-hander Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles in a trade that brings a new arm to their rotation.
The Twins acquired Kremer on Friday night in exchange for minor league outfielder Jhomnardo Reyes, an 18-year-old hitting .275 with seven home runs and 46 RBIs in the Rookie League and Single-A Fort Myers.
Kremer, 30, has a 6.50 ERA in seven starts this season, but he has a career 4.37 ERA in 133 games with the Orioles. The right-hander has gone 42-44 in his time with the team.
The Twins transferred right-hander Mike Paredes to the 60-day injured list to clear room for Kremer on the 40-man roster. A corresponding 26-man roster move will be announced at a later date.
Kremer's move to the Twins comes after a season in which he opened with a stint in the minors. Last year, he led the Orioles in wins, innings, and strikeouts with an 11-10 record and a 4.19 ERA.
Kremer has dealt with injuries in the past, including a quad issue that sidelined him from mid-April until July last season. Despite his struggles this year, he still has a significant amount of experience in the majors.
Reyes, the player the Twins sent to the Orioles, has shown promise in his brief time with the Twins' organization. He's been hitting well in the Rookie League and Single-A Fort Myers, with seven home runs and 46 RBIs.
The trade for Kremer brings a new element to the Twins' rotation, but it remains to be seen how he will fit in with the team. The Twins will need to adjust their roster to accommodate Kremer, and fans will be watching to see how he performs in his new role.
The Twins are currently in the midst of a busy season, with many players vying for spots on the roster. The addition of Kremer will be a significant factor in their rotation, and fans will be eager to see how he performs in his first games with the team.
The Twins' next move will be crucial in determining how Kremer fits in with the team. A corresponding 26-man roster move is expected to be announced at a later date, and fans will be watching to see how the team adjusts to the new addition.
Source: Yahoo Sports
