BAILEY OBER NEWS

Set for spot start Ober will be called up to start Sunday's game against Washington, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ober recorded a 3.21 ERA and 1.05 WHIP in 11 starts last year but failed to win a rotation spot this spring following the offseason addition of Pablo Lopez. If he was disappointed in that decision, it didn't show up in his minor-league numbers, as he struck out 30.1 percent of opposing batters en route to a 2.55 ERA in four starts for Triple-A St. Paul. He's nominally up just to give the Twins' starters some extra rest, but if Kenta Maeda's ankle injury requires a trip to the injured list, Ober could stick around for more than one outing.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to minors The Twins optioned Ober to Triple-A St. Paul on Sunday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ober made three appearances in the Grapefruit League, and he didn't allow a run while forging a 6:2 K:BB and 0.33 WHIP. The right-hander was not going to be a part of Minnesota's rotation, so he'll head to Triple-A to receive regular innings. Ober will likely make starts for the Twins before the end of the season, and he could be worth a look as a streamer on those occasions based on his success in 2022.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Where Twins' Bailey Ober starts the season is still to be determined "It's hard not knowing what's going to happen," Ober said. "That's their call and how they're going about their decision-making."

MARCH 25, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bailey Ober tagged for his first hits of spring training as Twins' Opening Day roster decision looms The Twins lost a pair of split-squad games to the Atlanta Braves, both by a score of 9-4.

MARCH 25, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Untouchable so far in camp, Ober still fighting for spot FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Here’s a question: If Bailey Ober throws three more hitless innings this spring, will he consider himself to have tossed...

MARCH 14, 2023 • MLB.COM

Bailey Ober beating the odds, but finds numbers stacked against him at Twins camp Ober, the 6-foot-9 right-hander, is sixth in line among the team's starters. But it's likely the Twins will go with a five-man rotation to s...

MARCH 13, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Second strong outing Ober threw two scoreless innings with two strikeouts in Wednesday's spring training win over Toronto. Ober has averaged more than 93 mph with his fastball in both spring starts aft...

Impact Ober has thrown three scoreless innings with five strikeouts and a walk in two spring starts. Ober is challenging for a spot in the rotation, but he's likely the sixth starter at the moment and thus could begin the season in the minors. It's also possible the Twins could opt for a six-man rotation as Kenta Maeda (elbow) works his way back from Tommy John surgery. Ober will make the decision difficult if he continues to pitch this well during spring training.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Added depth could make Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober odd man out to begin season The trade for Pablo López complicates Ober’s path to a spot in the starting rotation.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • TWINCITIES.COM

Bailey Ober could be the odd man out after Twins improved depth this offseason Though he feels more than qualified to start the season in the big-league rotation, Ober isn't sure he will.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Could begin season in minors Ober could begin the season at Triple-A St. Paul following the Twins' addition of Pablo Lopez, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's also possible the Twins could opt for a six-man rotation, something which might appeal to them as Kenta Maeda (elbow) works his way back from Tommy John surgery. Ober hasn't been a bastion of health himself but has pitched well when on the mound, including last season when he held a 3.21 ERA over 11 starts for Minnesota.

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One mistake in final start Ober did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk over five innings against the White Sox. He struck out four.

Impact Ober allowed just two hits on the night, but they were timely as they both came in the second inning, including a two-run home run off the bat of Josh Harrison. In four starts since returning from the injured list Sept. 16, Ober earned a 2.04 ERA over 22.1 innings, finishing the campaign on a high note. In 56 innings on the season, the 27-year old went 2-3 with a 3.21 ERA.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Electric versus White Sox Ober (2-3) got the win after he tossed 7.1 scoreless innings, allowing two hits and a walk while striking out 10 batters Tuesday against the White Sox.

Impact Ober was in full command Tuesday, registering a season-high 10 punchouts while blanking the White Sox over 7.1 frames. The right-hander has now allowed three runs over 12.1 innings while striking out 13 batters over two starts since returning from the 15-day injured list Sept. 16. He now owns a 3.18 ERA and 1.10 WHIP with 47 punchouts over 51 frames in 10 starts this season. Ober is tentatively set to pitch next on Sunday versus the Tigers, which would be his final outing of the 2022 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James Fegan: Next week's battle for second place in the AL... - The Athletic Next week's battle for second place in the AL Central: Tuesday: Lance Lynn vs. Bailey Ober Wednesday: Johnny Cueto vs. Josh Winder Thursday:...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Allows three in defeat Ober (1-3) took the loss Wednesday, allowing three runs on seven hits and one walk over five innings against the Royals. He struck out three.

Impact Ober allowed two runs in the first inning, a leadoff home run from catcher MJ Melendez and an RBI double from Salvador Perez. This was just the second start since June 1 for the righty as he kept Cleveland off the board for five innings during his return from injury (groin) Sept. 16. The 27-year-old has been better in five road starts this season with a 3.00 ERA and 1.04 WHIP over 27 innings compared to a 4.86 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 16.2 innings at home.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Activated prior to start Ober (groin) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list prior to Friday's start against the Guardians, Brandon Warne of Access Twins reports.

Impact Ober was on the injured list since early June due to a groin strain, but he recently completed a three-game rehab assignment in which he allowed two runs on five hits and three walks while striking out 12 in 11.2 innings. The right-hander has made seven starts for the Twins this year and has posted a 4.01 ERA and 1.28 WHIP in 33.2 innings.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Activation coming Friday Ober (groin) will be activated from the 15-day injured list to start Friday against the Guardians, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Ober has been sidelined by a strained groin since the start of June, but he's ready to rejoin Minnesota's rotation after a three-game rehab assignment. The 27-year-old has a 4.01 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 29:7 K:BB across 33.2 innings this year, and he could face some workload limitations in his first start back from the IL.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Facing hitters again Ober (groin) was scheduled to face hitters in a live batting practice session Monday, MLB.com reports.

Impact The live session represents a step forward in the rehab process for Ober, who has been throwing full-effort bullpen sessions featuring all of his pitches over the past couple of weeks. The Twins remain optimistic that Ober will be able to return from the 60-day injured list at some point in September, but it's unclear if he'll have enough time to properly build up for a starting role with the big club. Given that he's been sidelined since June 1 with the right groin strain, Ober will likely need to make multiple minor-league rehab appearances prior to being activated.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Throws another bullpen session Ober (groin) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session Friday and is expected to throw another one Tuesday, MLB.com reports.

Impact He reported no issues after the session. Ober has been out since early June with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone. The Twins have said Ober is aiming for a return in September.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Throws bullpen session Ober (groin) threw a 20-pitch bullpen on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Fla., with no issues, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Ober has been out since early June with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone. This is his first significant sign of progress since June. The Twins have said Ober is aiming for a return in September.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to throw off mound Ober (groin) will begin a bullpen progression Tuesday in Fort Myers, Fla., in hopes of a September return, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Ober has been out since early June with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone. Because of the time he missed in addition to the fact that the Twins still want him to get stretched out for starting duty, Ober is likely at least three weeks away from coming off the 60-day injured list.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on 60-day IL Ober (groin) was placed on the 60-day injured list Saturday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Impact This doesn't change anything for Ober, who hasn't pitched since June 1, but it does open up a 40-man roster spot for Minnesota. The tall righty has not yet started throwing off a mound but was expected to start playing catch this weekend.

JULY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Slow progress Ober (groin) will play catch this week and hopes to throw off a mound "soon," manager Rocco Baldelli told the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact It doesn't sound like Ober has made much progress in the past month as there was a similar report in late June that he hoped to soon throw a bullpen session. He's been out eight weeks with an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone. There seems a decent chance he could be shut down for the season if he's not soon back on track to returning.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts playing catch Ober (groin) has started playing catch and said he's hopeful to return to the mound and throw a bullpen by the end of this week, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Ober has an aponeurotic plate injury, which he described as a tendon pulling on his pelvic bone, the Star Tribune adds. Ober could make the first of likely several rehab starts next week.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Twins sign former All-Star Aaron Sanchez to Saints deal, put Ober on injured list Other roster moves Monday included activating four players from the restricted list, and three Twins were sent to St. Paul.

JUNE 7, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM