Impact It's unclear why Solano was dropped from the starting nine, but he will not open on the field as scheduled and Joey Gallo will do so instead.
MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
DONOVAN SOLANO #39 - THIRD BASEMAN - SAN DIEGO PADRES
8 HR •
35 RBI •
.286 AVG
8 HR
35 RBI
.286 AVG
Scratched from Monday's lineup Solano was scratched from the lineup for Monday's game against the Giants, Randy Johnson of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Twins' Donovan Solano thought he walked, based on bad count Angels manager Phil Nevin set the record straight after the umpire provided some bad information.
MAY 22, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Sits after three straight starts Solano is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.
Impact Solano started each of the past three games at first base, going 0-for-8 with three strikeouts to drop his season-long average to .253. The Twins recalled the lefty-hitting Alex Kirilloff from Triple-A St. Paul on Friday, and he'll enter the lineup at first base Sunday against Guardians right-hander Cal Quantrill. Kirilloff could end up seeing the bulk of the playing time versus righties moving forward, though Solano will likely remain a mainstay in the lineup versus southpaws.
MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back to bench in Gallo's return Solano is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox.
Impact After picking up starts at either designated hitter or first base in each of the past 13 games, Solano will head back to the bench Wednesday as the Twins welcome Joey Gallo (intercostal) back from the injured list. Gallo will most likely settle back into an everyday role at first base versus right-handed pitching, but the righty-hitting Solano should remain a fixture in the lineup against southpaws.
APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Red Sox top Twins 5-4 in 10 on Verdugo's unusual hit
Alex Verdugo singled home the winning run with two outs in the 10th inning on a fly ball that barely stayed fair at Fenway Park, giving the Boston Red Sox a 5-4 victory over the Mi...APRIL 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Handling everyday gig at first base Solano will start at first base and bat leadoff in Wednesday's game against the White Sox.
Impact Solano is picking up his eighth consecutive start Wednesday, with the last seven coming at first base. With Joey Gallo (intercostal) recently joining Alex Kirilloff (wrist) on the injured list, Solano looks like he'll have a clear path to a regular lineup spot until one of the two injured players returns. Solano takes a six-game hitting streak into Wednesday's contest and should be a strong source of batting average while he's playing regularly, but his fantasy utility is limited in just about every other category.
APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gets sixth straight start Solano will start at first base and bat fifth in Monday's game against the White Sox.
Impact Due to various regulars getting days off in addition to Joey Gallo (side) having now been sidelined for three straight games, Solano will stick in the lineup for the sixth consecutive contest. When the Twins are at full strength, Solano will likely fade into a short-side platoon role, but he looks like he could be in store for a quasi-everyday role in the short term. He'll take a four-game hitting streak into Monday's series opener.
APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Stays hot in spot duty Solano started at first base and went 1-for-3 with walk in Saturday's win over Kansas City. He's hitting .313 (5-for-16) this season.
Impact Solano has started the last four games at DH and first base amid several injuries (Max Kepler, Joey Gallo). He may remain in the starting lineup while he stays hot, but ultimately should return to a reserve role.
APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Twins top Astros 3-2 on Farmer hit in 10th; Gray gets 13 Ks
Kyle Farmer bounced a bases-loaded single straight up the middle of a drawn-in Houston infield in the 10th inning, giving the Minnesota Twins a 3-2 victory over the over the whiff-...APRIL 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pablo Lopez, Twins' bullpen blank Royals 2-0 on opening day
Pablo Lopez pitched two-hit ball into the sixth inning of his Twins debut, and Trevor Larnach and pinch-hitter Donovan Solano each drove in a run as Minnesota beat the Kansas City...MARCH 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Set to make roster Solano started at DH and went 1-for-4 with a home run in Monday's spring training win over Pittsburgh. He's hitting .158 with a .509 OPS this spring.
Impact Despite his underwhelming hitting stats this spring, Solano is set to make the roster as a utility infielder. He could get some extra playing time in April with both Jorge Polanco and Alex Kirilloff set to begin the season on the injured list. However, he's likely the secondary option off the bench as both Kyle Farmer and Nick Gordon can move around the infield as well. Solano did play some first base this spring and could get a few starts there as well.
MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Twins finalize 1-year deal with vet infielder Donovan Solano
Infielder Donovan Solano finalized a $2 million, one-year contract with the Minnesota Twins, who added another productive and versatile player to an already deep benchFEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Signing Donovan Solano will create domino effect with Twins roster The utility infielder will get a major league deal, and that means someone eventually will be forced off the roster.
FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Why the Twins plan to add veteran infielder Donovan Solano to an already crowded roster Solano has hit .301 over the past four seasons and can play all four infield spots, but who will he bump from the Opening Day roster?
FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Signs one-year deal with Minnesota Solano agreed to a one-year deal on Tuesday with Minnesota, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.
Impact Solano spent the 2022 campaign with the Reds after spending the three previous seasons with the Giants, and the 35-year-old slashed .284/.339/.385 with four homers and 24 RBI over 304 plate appearances. The right-handed-hitting infielder has shown the ability to hit for average with a .301 clip over the last four seasons, but he's homered just 18 times over 316 games in that timeframe while stealing just two bases. Solano should be a utility option for the Twins that sees time all over the infield, particularly against left-handed pitching, but he profiles as a one-category player for the 2023 season.
FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Reds avoid 100th loss, beat Cubs 3-1 behind Hunter Greene
Hunter Greene pitched six scoreless innings and the Cincinnati Reds remained at 99 losses, beating the Chicago Cubs 3-1OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting at first base Friday Solano (eye) is starting Friday's game against the Cubs.
Impact Solano was out of the lineup for the last six games due to an eye infection, but he appeared as a pinch hitter Wednesday against the Pirates and was hit by a pitch during his lone plate appearance. He'll start at first base and bat fifth during Friday's series opener against the Cubs.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Newman's single in 10th gives Pirates win and sweep of Reds
Kevin Newman hit a winning single in the 10th inning, and the Pittsburgh Pirates rebounded from a blown three-run lead in the ninth to beat Cincinnati 4-3 and send the Reds to thei...SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Remains out Solano (eye) is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Pirates.
Impact Solano has not played since Sept. 23 due to an eye infection. Kyle Farmer is starting at designated hitter while Jose Barrero enters the lineup at shortstop.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pirates aim to sweep series against the Reds
The Pittsburgh Pirates will aim to sweep a three-game series with a win against the Cincinnati RedsSEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Andújar's bases-clearing double lifts Pirates over Reds 4-1
Miguel Andújar hit a tiebreaking three-run double in the seventh inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-1 win over the Cincinnati RedsSEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Still out Tuesday Solano (eye) is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Pirates.
Impact Solano has not played since Sept. 23. Jake Fraley will start at designated hitter and bat cleanup.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cruz leads Pirates against the Reds after 4-hit outing
The Pittsburgh Pirates play the Cincinnati Reds after Oneil Cruz had four hits against the Reds on MondaySEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Remains sidelined Monday Solano (eye) isn't in Monday's lineup versus the Pirates.
Impact The 34-year-old will miss his fourth consecutive game with an eye infection. Kyle Farmer is the designated hitter in place of Solano, who should be considered day-to-day until further updates are available.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pirates take on the Reds in first of 3-game series
The Pittsburgh Pirates begin a three-game series at home against the Cincinnati Reds on MondaySEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
