ANTHONY DESCLAFANI NEWS

Twins send struggling Varland to Triple-A and bring Kepler back from the injured list

The Minnesota Twins have sent struggling starting pitcher Louie Varland to Triple-A St. Paul and reinstated right fielder Max Kepler from the 10-day injured list

APRIL 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Twins righthander DeSclafani has season-ending arm surgery The veteran will hit free agency in October without ever having pitched for the Twins.

MARCH 30 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Twins RHP Anthony DeSclafani to miss 2024 after forearm surgery Minnesota Twins right-hander Anthony DeSclafani underwent forearm flexor tendon surgery and will miss the entire 2024 season.Expected to be...

MARCH 30 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Twins RHP Anthony DeSclafani to miss 2024 after forearm surgery Minnesota Twins right-hander Anthony DeSclafani underwent forearm flexor tendon surgery and will miss the entire 2024 season.Expected to be...

MARCH 30 • SUNHERALD.COM

Twins' payroll cuts, Anthony DeSclafani injury give Louie Varland his big chance Trading for DeSclafani was meant to cheaply buy the Twins' rotation some time, but now they have no choice but to turn to younger arms.

MARCH 22 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Twins put Varland in starting rotation with DeSclafani likely out for year FORT MYERS, Fla. – The Twins always anticipated Louie Varland pitching important innings for them this season, but any uncertainty about his...

MARCH 20 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Twins' Anthony DeSclafani set to start on IL, opening door for Louie Varland Anthony DeSclafani will see Dr. Keith Meister, who performed Tommy John surgery on multiple Twins in recent year, in the coming days for an...

MARCH 18 • TWINCITIES.COM

Twins' pitching depth tested by injuries to Jhoan Duran, Anthony DeSclafani, Caleb Thielbar DeSclafani could be headed for season-ending surgery, leaving Louie Varland to take over as the Twins' fifth starter.

MARCH 18 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Starting pitcher depth takes form for Twins as Louie Varland, Anthony DeSclafani show off goods Pitchers Anthony DeSclafani, Louie Varland each put in solid innings for Minnesota Twins on Friday, 90 miles apart.

MARCH 9 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Throws another bullpen session DeSclafani (elbow) threw another bullpen session Monday as he ramps back up following a brief shutdown period, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Impact DeSclafani experienced soreness in his right elbow following his second live batting practice session of the spring. However, he was cleared for a bullpen session this past Friday and threw off a mound again Monday. The setback was worrisome given that DeSclafani is coming back from a flexor strain, but the Twins maintain confidence he can be ready for Opening Day. Working in the team's and the pitcher's favor is multiple early-season off days which would allow DeSclafani about five weeks to ramp back up, if that's the route the Twins want to take. If healthy, the righty looks to have a leg up over Louie Varland for the fifth spot in Minnesota's rotation.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Delayed by elbow soreness DeSclafani has been slowed in Twins' camp by right elbow soreness, Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact DeSclafani felt some soreness following his second live batting practice session. While he's resumed long-toss and hopes to return to a mound in a few days, the setback is a troubling development given that he missed much of the 2023 campaign with a flexor issue. For what it's worth, trainer Nick Paparesta said Friday that DeSclafani still has time to be ready for Opening Day. The righty is competing with Louie Varland for the fifth spot in the rotation.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Fully healthy entering spring DeSclafani (elbow) is considered fully healthy at the start of spring training, Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact DeSclafani was limited to 19 starts in 2023 due to a right flexor strain but told reporters Wednesday that he's been throwing for months. The veteran right-hander was acquired via trade last month and is competing to be the Twins' fifth starter.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Giants acquire Robbie Ray from Mariners for Mitch Haniger, Anthony DeSclafani

The Giants have reached a trade agreement with the Mariners to receive former Cy Young winner Robbie Ray for OF Mitch Haniger and RHP Anthon...

JANUARY 5

Moved to 60-day IL DeSclafani (elbow) was transferred Monday from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact DeSclafani landed on the IL in late July with a flexor strain in his right elbow and recently underwent platelet-rich plasma treatment. He's not expected to resume throwing until at least mid-September and seems doubtful to pitch again for the Giants in 2023.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Season likely over DeSclafani will receive a PRP injection in his right elbow, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact The injection will be followed by a 6-to-8 week shutdown period, meaning DeSclafani's season is almost certainly over, barring a deep postseason run by the team. After missing most of last year with an ankle injury, DeSclafani returned to go 4-8 with a 4.88 ERA and 1.25 WHIP in 19 appearances (18 starts) for the Giants this season. The right-hander is under contract for $12 million next season.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Giants place RHP Anthony DeSclafani (elbow) on IL The San Francisco Giants placed right-handed starter Anthony DeSclafani on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow flexor strain and reca...

JULY 30, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Out with flexor strain DeSclafani was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday with a right elbow flexor strain, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact The right-hander was diagnosed with a Grade 1 strain after undergoing an MRI and will be shut down from throwing for at least the next few weeks, per Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area. DeSclafani is without a timetable for hit return, but he shouldn't be expected back until at least mid-September given the shutdown period, and there's a chance he's unable to return this season.

JULY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears set for bulk relief DeSclafani appears set to work in bulk relief again Saturday against the Red Sox with Ryan Walker named the opener, per Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area.

Impact The Giants have had some success throwing openers in front of their starters this season. It didn't work out well for DeSclafani last weekend -- he allowed four runs on eight hits over 4.1 innings against Washington -- but San Francisco will give it another try Saturday. DeSclafani has a 7.79 ERA and 1.67 WHIP over 32.1 innings since the start of June.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles again Sunday DeSclafani allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out two over 4.1 innings Sunday against Washington.

Impact After Scott Alexander only recorded two outs as the opener, DeSclafani came on in the first inning, allowing both inherited runners to score before surrendering four runs of his own over his subsequent four innings of work. The 33-year-old DeSclafani has failed to earn a win since May 29 -- he's pitched to a 7.79 ERA over his last 32.1 innings, going 0-4 in that span. Overall, DeSclfani is 4-8 with a 4.88 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 79:20 K:BB across 99.2 innings this season.

JULY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set up for bulk relief DeSclafani will likely operate in bulk relief Sunday versus the Nationals, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Scott Alexander will be the Giants' opener and then DeSclafani should soon follow. The 33-year-old right-hander holds a 4.72 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 77:18 K:BB in 95.1 innings this season while exclusively working as a starter.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in return DeSclafani did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing four runs on four hits over two innings in an 11-10 win over the Reds. He struck out five.

Impact DeSclafani was victimized by the home run ball in his return from a shoulder injury, as he allowed a pair of two-run shots to Jake Fraley and Will Benson in just two innings of work. On a positive note, DeSclafani did have the strikeout pitch working, with five of his six outs coming on Ks. The veteran right-hander has struggled after a solid start to the season, pitching to a 6.44 ERA over his last 12 outings. Overall, he's 4-8 with a 4.72 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 77:18 K:BB across 18 starts (95.1 innings) this season.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Activated ahead of start The Giants reinstated DeSclafani (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list ahead of his start Tuesday against Cincinnati.

Impact Right shoulder fatigue sent DeSclafani to the IL in early July, and he'll now return to the Giants' rotation after a minimum stay. DeSclafani made a rehab start in rookie ball Thursday, allowing one run on five hits while striking out four batters across four innings. He carries a 4.44 ERA and 1.19 WHIP heading into his start against the slumping Reds.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off IL on Tuesday The Giants plan to activate DeSclafani (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list Tuesday to make a start in Cincinnati, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact DeSclafani was shelved earlier this month after experiencing right shoulder fatigue, but he completed a rehab start Thursday without issue and will slot back into the rotation when the Giants require a fifth starter for the first time following the All-Star break. In his outing for the Giants' rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate this past Thursday, DeSclafani struck out four over four innings and allowed one run on five hits and no walks.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making rehab start Thursday DeSclafani (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with the Giants' Arizona Complex League affiliate Thursday, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact It sounds like it will be the only rehab start he'll need, setting the right-hander up to rejoin the Giants' rotation next week. DeSclafani has been on the shelf since early July due to right shoulder fatigue. He's posted a 4.44 ERA across 17 starts for San Francisco this season.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on 15-day IL DeSclafani landed on the 15-day injured list Monday with right shoulder fatigue, Danny Emerman of KNBR 680 San Francisco reports.

Impact DeSclafani was lifted from Sunday's start against the Mets after throwing only 55 pitches, and this move will get the right-hander some rest going into the All-Star break. Mike Yastrzemski (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list to take DeSclafani's place.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE