September 19, 2024
ANALYSISThe switch-hitting Lee had started in each of the Twins' last three matchups with right-handed pitchers, but he'll hit the bench for a second straight matchup with a lefty (
Joey Cantillo). Though
Carlos Correa looks poised to serve as the Twins' primary shortstop down the stretch following his recent activation from the injured list, Lee could factor into the mix for playing time at second base, where Minnesota has been rotating three players (Lee,
Edouard Julien and
Kyle Farmer) of late. Super-utility man
Willi Castro is typically picking up starts out of the outfield but could settle in as the primary option at the keystone once outfielder
Max Kepler (knee) returns from the injured list.