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Strikes out five in no-decision Festa did not factor into the decision in an extra-innings loss to the Marlins on Thursday, allowing four runs (three earned) on seven hits and one walk over 4.1 innings. He struck...

Impact Festa got tagged for a run in the first inning after issuing a leadoff walk to open the frame and then surrendering an RBI double to Jake Burger two batters later. The right-hander then went on to retire nine of the next 10 batters he faced before allowing four of the first five batters to reach in the fifth, leading to his early departure with just one out in the inning. The right-hander has now failed to make it through five frames in three of his last four outings, allowing multiple runs three times over that span. He now carries a 4.91 ERA in September and hasn't won a start since Aug. 5 against the Cubs (span of nine starts).

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Fans six in no-decision Festa yielded a run on four hits and three walks over five innings in a no-decision Friday. He struck out six during the extra-innings win over Boston.

Impact Festa worked through three scoreless frames before the Red Sox scratched across a run in the fourth inning. He's thrown five or fewer innings in each of his four starts this month, resulting in a 4.58 ERA over 17.2 frames. He's gone 0-4 with a 4.29 ERA over eight appearances since his first career MLB win Aug. 5. Festa is expected to take on the Marlins at home next week.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Can't escape fourth inning Festa did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing two runs on three hits and three walks over 3.2 innings against the Reds. He struck out four.

Impact Festa held the Reds to just a walk and a hit-by-pitch through three innings but ran into trouble in the fourth, allowing three consecutive hits that led to two runs to start the inning, then loaded the bases with a couple of walks that led to him being pulled prior to the end of the inning. It was the second-consecutive start Festa walked three while failing to make it into the fifth inning. Through 55 innings spanning 12 appearances (11 starts), Festa holds a 5.07 ERA and 1.27 WHIP with an impressive 66 strikeouts. His next turn is set to take place when the Twins travel to Boston to take on the Red Sox.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Takes sixth loss Festa (2-6) allowed four runs on four hits and three walks while striking out four batters over four innings in a loss to the Angels on Monday.

Impact Festa fell behind quickly in the contest, giving up a pair of runs on a walk and two hits in the first inning. The other two runs he allowed came on a two-run Brandon Drury homer in the third frame. The rookie right-hander has lost each of his past four starts, though this was the first time in that span that he's given up more than three runs. Despite going 1-5 since the All-Star break, Festa has been fairly effective, posting a 3.70 ERA and 54:15 K:BB over 41.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 6 • MLB.COM

Drops third straight Festa (2-5) took the loss Tuesday against Tampa Bay, allowing two runs on five hits and a walk over five innings. He struck out seven.

Impact It's the second straight tough-luck loss for Festa -- the right-hander held the Rays to a pair of four-inning runs, though Minnesota could only muster one tally off Jeffrey Springs in the eventual defeat. While Festa's now 0-4 in his last five starts, he's pitched to a respectable 3.91 ERA in that span (23 innings). Overall, his ERA sits at 4.75 on the season with a 1.20 WHIP and 58:13 K:BB across 47.1 frames. Festa will hope for better luck in his next outing, currently slated for early next week at home against the Angels.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Collects first career quality start Festa (2-4) took the loss against Atlanta on Wednesday, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk while striking out seven batters over six-plus innings.

Impact Festa was quite good in the outing, and he entered the seventh inning locked in a 1-1 pitcher's duel with NL Cy Young favorite Chris Sale. However, Festa opened that seventh frame with a walk of Marcell Ozuna; he was subsequently given the hook, and Atlanta ended up putting up four runs (only one of which Festa was responsible for) in the inning. The rookie right-hander did achieve a career milestone with his first MLB quality start, and his seven punchouts tied for the second-highest mark of his big-league tenure through nine outings.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Collects first career quality start Festa (2-4) took the loss against Atlanta on Wednesday, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk while striking out seven batters over six-plus innings.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Folds against Cards Festa (2-3) took the loss Friday, giving up three runs on three hits and two walks over 3.2 innings as the Twins fell 6-1 to the Cardinals. He struck out five.

Impact The rookie right-hander tossed an inefficient 75 pitches (45 strikes) as he saw another early exit. The Twins are being cautious with Festa and the 24-year-old has yet to pitch more than five innings in any of his first eight big-league appearances (seven starts), but that babying hasn't led to impressive numbers. Through 36.1 innings, he's served up seven homers and been saddled with a 5.20 ERA and 1.32 WHIP, despite a 44:11 K:BB that highlights his potential. Festa will try to keep the ball in the yard in his next outing, which lines up to come at home next week against Atlanta.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Fans six in five frames Festa allowed two runs on six hits and no walks while striking out six batters over five innings in a no-decision against Texas on Saturday.

Impact Festa racked up 15 whiffs in the outing as he continues to show good swing-and-miss stuff against big-league hitters. While the rookie right-hander hasn't tossed more than five innings in any of his seven appearances with the Twins, that's largely due to managed workloads -- he's yet to toss more than 82 pitches in an outing. After a pair of rough starts during his initial MLB cup of coffee in late June and early July, Festa has looked much better since rejoining the big club July 24, posting a 2.38 ERA and 31:8 K:BB over 22.2 frames.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Shortest outing of season Festa allowed a run on three hits and three walks while striking out three over 3.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Guardians on Sunday.

Impact Festa allowed four of those six baserunners in the fourth inning, which included a Jose Ramirez solo home run as the lone run on his line. Festa needed 70 pitches (46 strikes) in this outing, which was the shortest of his six major-league appearances (five starts) this year. He's now at a 5.20 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 33:9 K:BB through 27.2 innings. The rookie right-hander's next start is projected to be at Texas.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 6 • MLB.COM

David Festa, Twins blank Cubs to extend win streak David Festa and four Minnesota relievers held the Cubs to four hits on Monday as the visiting Twins blanked Chicago 3-0 in the opener of a t...

AUGUST 6 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

David Festa, Twins blank Cubs to extend win streak David Festa and four Minnesota relievers held the Cubs to four hits on Monday as the visiting Twins blanked Chicago 3-0 in the opener of a t...

AUGUST 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Festa strikes out career-high 9, Twins beat Cubs 3-0 and close within 3 1/2 games of Guardians

David Festa struck out a career-high nine over five innings, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Chicago Cubs 3-0

AUGUST 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spectacular in second win Festa (2-2) earned the win Monday against the Cubs, pitching five scoreless innings while allowing two hits and two walks. He struck out nine.

Impact The Minnesota rookie dominated in his first appearance at Wrigley Field, generating 14 whiffs en route to his nine punchouts. After allowing 12 runs in 10 innings over his first two starts, Festa has found a groove in his last three outings, pitching to a 1.88 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 22:5 K:BB across 14.1 innings. The 24-year-old is projected to make his next start against the Guardians at home this weekend.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Gets no help in loss Festa (1-2) took the loss Tuesday as the Twins were downed 2-0 by the Mets, giving up two runs on three hits and a walk over five innings. He struck out six.

Impact The rookie right-hander put together his best performance so far in the majors, tossing 44 of 68 pitches for strikes, but Minnesota managed only two hits in support of him. Festa has allowed just three runs in 9.1 innings since returning to the 26-man roster last week, but he continues to have trouble keeping the ball in the yard -- a solo shot by Mark Vientos in the fifth inning Tuesday was the sixth homer Festa has served up in 19.1 big-league frames. With the Twins having failed to add any rotation help at the trade deadline, his spot seems fairly secure for the moment, and Festa lines up to make his next start on the road early next week against the Cubs.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Gets no help in loss Festa (1-2) took the loss Tuesday as the Twins were downed 2-0 by the Mets, giving up two runs on three hits and a walk over five innings. He struck out six.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Drawing start Tuesday Festa is scheduled to start Tuesday's game against the Mets at Citi Field.

Impact After being roughed up for 12 earned runs in 10 innings in his first two big-league starts earlier this summer, Festa was deployed as a bulk reliever in this past Wednesday's game against the Phillies following his call-up from Triple-A St. Paul. Upon entering the game behind opening pitcher Steven Okert, Festa delivered by far his best MLB outing to date, striking out seven over four innings of relief while giving up one earned run on four hits and two walks. Despite Festa's success out of the bullpen, the Twins will give him another look in a starting role when his next turn through the rotation comes up in New York. Festa brings plenty of strikeout upside to the table, though keeping the ball in the yard has been a major issue for the 24-year-old both in the majors and minors in 2024.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fans seven in relief Festa racked up seven strikeouts in 4.1 innings of relief in Wednesday's win against the Phillies, allowing one earned run on four hits and two walks. He did not factor into the de...

Impact Festa was called up Wednesday morning to bolster the Twins rotation with Chris Paddack (forearm) currently on the IL, working as a bulk reliever behind opener Steven Okert. The 24-year-old rookie struggled mightily in his first major league stint, surrendering 12 earned runs with just eight strikeouts in 10 innings of work. Wednesday's outing was a completely different story, however, as the right-hander allowed just one earned run and racked up a career-best seven strikeouts against a formidable Phillies lineup. The right-hander now owns an 8.16 ERA, 1.60 WHIP and a 15:3 K:BB across 14.1 major-league innings. It remains to be seen when he will pitch next, but Festa made a strong case for consistent playing time with Wednesday's performance.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Called up, set for bulk relief The Twins recalled Festa from Triple-A St. Paul on Wednesday.

Impact Festa started in lone two appearances with the Twins this season back on June 27 and July 3, giving up 12 earned runs while striking out eight batters over 10 innings. Though the Twins have an opening in the rotation for Wednesday's game against the Phillies after Chris Paddack (forearm) landed on the injured list, Festa looks set to work as a bulk reliever rather than a traditional starter, per Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Reliever Steven Okert the contest and will likely work an inning or two before giving way to Festa, who owns a 4.06 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 93:28 K:BB over 64.1 innings at Triple-A this season.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Promotion imminent The Twins will recall Festa from Triple-A St. Paul on Wednesday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Twins will use Steven Okert as an opener for Wednesday's contest, and Festa is expected to work in bulk relief once Okert is removed from the game. Doing so will allow him to avoid facing Kyle Schwarber, Trea Turner and Bryce Harper to begin the game, though Festa's 10.80 ERA in the majors doesn't exactly spark confidence in his ability to handle Philadelphia's high-scoring offense.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Moves back to minors The Twins optioned Festa to Triple-A St. Paul on Thursday.

Impact Festa will head back to the minors after a one-day stint with the Twins. He served as the club's 27th man for Wednesday's doubleheader with the White Sox and went unused out of the bullpen.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Back up as 27th man The Twins recalled Festa from Triple-A St. Paul on Wednesday.

Impact Festa will serve as the 27th man for Wednesday's doubleheader against the White Sox and will be available, if needed, in long relief. The young right-hander has allowed 12 runs over 10 innings in two starts for Minnesota this season.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Twins recall Josh Winder, send down RHP David Festa The Minnesota Twins recalled right-hander Josh Winder from Triple-A St.Paul on Friday.In a corresponding move, the Twins optioned rookie rig...

JULY 5 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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Festa strikes out career-high 9, Twins beat Cubs 3-0 and close within 3 1/2 games of Guardians