JORGE ALCALA NEWS

Santana's sacrifice fly in 9th off All-Star closer Yates sends Twins past Rangers 3-2

Carlos Santana hit a sacrifice fly off All-Star closer Kirby Yates in the ninth inning and the playoff-contending Minnesota Twins beat Texas 3-2

6 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Career-high velocity Alcala allowed a hit while striking out two over a scoreless inning Saturday against Seattle. He reached a career-high 101.2 mph on the radar gun, Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapo...

Impact Alcala has been an impact setup man for the Twins since returning from his inexplicable demotions to Triple-A in May and April. Alcala has a 1.05 ERA with a 19:7 K:BB over 17.2 innings since returning to the majors in late May.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Marte knocks in go-ahead run in 7th and Diamondbacks edge Twins 5-4

Ketel Marte hit a two-run homer in the first inning and drove in the go-ahead run with an infield hit in the seventh as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Minnesota Twins 5-4

JUNE 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rays stop Twins' winning streak at 6 with 3-2 victory, after Royce Lewis' 10th-inning throwing error

The Tampa Bay Rays scored on a throwing error by Minnesota's Royce Lewis with two outs in the 10th inning for a 3-2 victory that stopped the Twins’ six-game winning streak

JUNE 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Twins reliever Jorge Alcala strong since returns from minor leagues Returning to the bullpen, his 100-mph fastball and dancing slider has had coaches and teammates buzzing.

MAY 30 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Rojas and France help the Mariners knock off the Twins 10-6

Josh Rojas and Ty France each hit an RBI single during Seattle’s four-run ninth inning, and the Mariners beat the Minnesota Twins 10-6

MAY 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Throws two scoreless innings Alcala threw two scoreless innings with two walks and two strikeouts in Tuesday's loss to Milwaukee. He's thrown 2.2 scoreless innings in two games this season.

Impact Alcala hurt his hand late in spring training (struck in the right hand by a line drive) but it has not been an issue during the regular season. After two injury-plagued seasons, Alcala could move into a higher leverage role later this season. He features a plus fastball but control as been a recent problem (5.2 BB/9 last season), so keep an eye on his walk rate.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers smash Twins 12-3. Louie Varland hit hard; Jorge Alcala walks off mound with trainer. Louie Varland made his first start since winning a spot in the Twins rotation. It did not go well at all.

MARCH 20 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Healthy again, Alcala trying to prove he belongs in Twins' bullpen FORT MYERS, FLA. - As several relievers compete for the final spot or two in the Twins bullpen, Jorge Alcala stands out with arguably the mo...

MARCH 14 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Healthy again, Alcala trying to prove he belongs in Twins' bullpen FORT MYERS, FLA. - As several relievers compete for the final spot or two in the Twins bullpen, Jorge Alcala stands out with arguably the mo...

MARCH 14 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Fully healthy Alcala looks to contribute to bullpen NORTH PORT, Fla. -- Jorge Alcala is back to being healthy and throwing hard, which is a meaningful step in getting him back to being who he...

FEBRUARY 29 • MLB.COM

Agrees to terms Alcala agreed to a one-year, $790K deal with the Twins on Thursday that includes a $1.5 million club option for 2025, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

Impact Alcala gets a $55,000 buyout if the Twins decline the 2025 option. The 28-year-old righty has sat around 95 mph with his fastball over the past two seasons after previously sitting around 97 mph in 2020 and 2021. He has been limited by injuries the past two seasons and will likely work in low-leverage situations initially in 2024.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Twins reinstate RHP Jorge Alcala from rehab assignment The Minnesota Twins announced Sunday that they have reinstated right-handed pitcher Jorge Alcala from his rebab assignment.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Activated Sunday Alcala (forearm) was activated from the 60-day injured list Sunday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

Impact He logged a 3.00 ERA, 0.83 WHIP and 10 strikeouts in six innings over five rehab appearances. Alcala hasn't pitched since Sept. 22, so he could see action in the season finale against the Rockies.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins rehab assignment Alcala (forearm) began a rehab assignment with Low-A Fort Myers on Saturday, broadcaster John Vittas reports.

Impact Alcala struck out a pair in a clean inning and averaged 97.5 mph with his fastball. It was the first game appearance for the 28-year-old since he was diagnosed with a radial stress fracture of his right forearm back in mid-May. Alcala is aiming to rejoin the Twins' bullpen later this month.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing hitters Tuesday Alcala (forearm) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Tuesday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

Impact Alcala is slated to face off against rehabbing teammates Byron Buxton (hamstring) and Alex Kirilloff (shoulder) in what could represent the final test for all three players' health before the Twins send them out on rehab assignment. The 28-year-old right-hander was placed on the injured list May 16 with a radial stress fracture of his right forearm and will likely require several outings in the minors to get fully ramped up following the lengthy layoff.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins throwing Alcala (forearm) has started throwing and is expected to pitch again this season, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Alcala was diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right forearm in the middle of May and it wasn't clear if he would be able to return this season. He struggled with a 6.46 ERA and 1.37 WHIP through 15.1 innings before the injury.

JULY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moved to 60-day IL Minnesota transferred Alcala (forearm) on Sunday from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list.

Impact Alcala is now off the 40-man roster, and the Twins used that roster spot to reinstate Gilberto Celestino off the 60-day IL before optioning the outfielder to Triple-A St. Paul. Alcala was diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right forearm in the middle of May, and he won't be able to return to the Minnesota pitching staff until after the All-Star break.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Testing reveals stress fracture Further testing on Alcala's right forearm revealed a radial stress fracture in his right forearm, and he'll be shut down until symptoms resolve, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Impact Park notes that the stress fracture is being described as a "pretty rare" injury for a pitcher without much history to draw upon. The Twins will evaluate the right-hander again in 10-to-14 days, but there's no clear timeline as to when Alcala will be ready to return. It's likely that Minnesota won't see Alcala as a part of their pitching staff until July, at the earliest.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will receive MRI on forearm Alcala (forearm) will undergo an MRI on his forearm in Minnesota on Thursday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Impact According to head athletic trainer Nick Paparesta, the issue for Alcala is more on the topside of his forearm, and that's a positive development as that's typically less of a surgecial concern. Alcala was placed on the 15-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game against the Dodgers, and just how long the right-hander will be out will largely be determined by the results of the imaging.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured list Alcala (undisclosed) was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Impact The details of Alcala's injury are not yet known, but the move forces Alcala out of action for the next two weeks. The 27-year-old reliever holds a 6.46 ERA and 1.37 WHIP through 15.1 innings and will be replaced on the active roster by Jose De Leon, who was selected from Triple-A St. Paul on Tuesday.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A Alcala was recalled from Triple-A Rochester.

Impact Alcala was sent to Triple-A on April 21 and he gave up one run in 4.2 innings with six strikeouts and four walks for St. Paul. Alcala had surrendered six runs -- five earned -- on seven hits and five walks through 10 innings of relief. His walk rate was a concern, so his Triple-A stint isn't overly reassuring. He'll return to a middle relief role with the Twins.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Twins recall RHP Jorge Alcala, option RHP Josh Winder The Minnesota Twins recalled right-handed pitcher Jorge Alcala from Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday

MAY 6, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Optioned to Triple-A Alcala was optioned Friday to Triple-A St. Paul, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Alcala had surrendered six runs -- five earned -- on seven hits and five walks through 10 innings of relief this season. Simeon Woods-Richardson will join the Twins in a corresponding roster move.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kepler, Gallo homer early, unbeaten Twins rout Marlins 11-1

Max Kepler hit a leadoff homer, Joey Gallo added a three-run shot and the Minnesota Twins routed the Miami Marlins 11-1 to remain unbeaten this season

APRIL 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS