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Twins Acquire Left-Handed Pitching Powerhouse Minter
31 Jul
Summary
- Minnesota Twins acquired reliever A.J. Minter from the New York Mets.
- The Mets received prospects Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick in the trade.
- Minter, 32, has a history of injuries despite strong performance.
The Minnesota Twins have secured left-handed reliever A.J. Minter from the New York Mets, with league sources confirming the trade on Thursday night. This acquisition is a significant move for the Twins as they prepare for the upcoming MLB trade deadline. The Mets are set to receive promising prospects Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick in return for Minter.
Minter, 32, brings a strong track record as a late-game left-handed reliever, known for his fastball and cutter. Despite a career ERA of 3.28 with Atlanta, his effectiveness has been impacted by serious injuries, including hip labrum surgery in 2024 and lat surgery in May 2025. Since returning, his fastball velocity has decreased, and his strikeout rate is now league average, with a walk rate that may not sustain its current low level.
Bruin Agbayani, a 19-year-old shortstop, is the son of former Mets player Benny Agbayani. Bruin was drafted by the Mets in the sixth round of the 2025 draft. This trade is a key piece of business for both teams before the Monday deadline.
