KENTA MAEDA NEWS

Will not make another start Maeda is not scheduled for another start this season, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports.

Impact Maeda last pitched on Sept. 19, when he struck out eight over five scoreless innings in Cincinnati. He projects to be used as a reliever in the postseason, and the Twins look to be shifting him to that role now. Maeda figures to see some bullpen work this weekend in Colorado so he doesn't go into the playoffs following such a long layoff. A scheduled bullpen game Saturday would seem to be a prime opportunity.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Twins live it up after clinching AL Central title, with Kenta Maeda leading the way Maeda estimates he's participated in as many as 10 postseason celebrations. "The guy knows how to have fun. I'm all for it."

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Shuts down Cincinnati Maeda (6-7) earned the win Tuesday, allowing one hit and one walk over five scoreless innings in a 7-0 win over the Reds. He struck out eight.

Impact Maeda was masterful Tuesday, setting down the first 11 batters in order and finishing with his second consecutive eight-strikeout performance. Despite allowing just two baserunners and throwing only 83 pitches, he was removed after five frames, which isn't all that surprising considering he tossed a season-high 105 pitches in his last outing. The veteran righty has earned a win in three straight starts, posting a 2.08 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 18:3 K:BB across 17.1 innings during that stretch. Maeda currently lines up for a favorable matchup with Oakland, which is tentatively scheduled for early next week at home.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Twins pitcher Kenta Maeda makes case for prominent postseason role Kenta Maeda gave up just one hit and one walk in five shutout innings and struck out eight batters for the second consecutive start Tuesday...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Kenta Maeda, Twins close in on playoff berth Right-hander Kenta Maeda struck out eight and surrendered just one hit in five innings as the Minnesota Twins blanked the host Cincinnati Re...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Punches out eight in victory Maeda (5-7) earned the win over the White Sox on Thursday, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk while striking out eight batters over seven innings.

Impact Maeda rattled off six scoreless frames before Andrew Vaughn tagged him for a two-run homer in the seventh. The veteran hurler nonetheless finished off that inning and exited with his first quality start since Aug. 10. Maeda was impressive with 14 whiffs and eight strikeouts, with the latter mark tying for his second-highest total of the campaign. Though the right-hander has just five wins over 19 starts on the season, he's now notched consecutive victories for the first time in 2023.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Twins hit 3 homers, get strong start from Maeda in 10-2 win over White Sox

Kyle Farmer hit a two-run homer to cap Minnesota’s four-run seventh inning, Kenta Maeda threw seven strong innings and the Twins routed the Chicago White Sox 10-2

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Settles in for fourth win Maeda (4-7) earned the win Saturday, allowing two runs on five hits and one walk over 5.1 innings against the Mets while striking out two.

Impact Maeda got off to a rough start, surrendering a leadoff home run to Brandon Nimmo in the first at-bat of the game, followed by an RBI single to Daniel Vogelbach four batters later. The veteran right-hander settled in after that, however, allowing just two more singles over the next four frames to earn his fourth win of the season and first since Aug. 5. Maeda had allowed at least three runs in four consecutive starts coming in and he's now given at least one homer in 10 straight outings.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows three runs in five innings Maeda did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing three runs on nine hits and two walks over five innings against the Rangers. He struck out three.

Impact Maeda was working around trouble throughout his outing, but a three-run homer in the first by Mitch Garver was the only damage to his final line. Sunday marked the fourth consecutive start by Maeda where he failed to go past five innings and he's allowed 15 runs in 18 innings over that time frame. He'll look to rebound in his next start, likely to take place next weekend at home against the Mets.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged with six runs Maeda allowed six runs on seven hits and a walk over four innings in Monday's win against Cleveland. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision.

Impact Most of the damage against Maeda came during Cleveland's four-run second inning but Minnesota's offense prevented him from taking a loss. He had allowed three or fewer runs in 11 straight outings prior to Monday's hiccup. During that stretch, he posted a 2.91 ERA but he now owns a 4.69 ERA on the year. Maeda is currently lined up to start in Texas this weekend.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fans six over five frames Maeda did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks over five innings against the Brewers while striking out six.

Impact Maeda struggled out of the gate, allowing two runs on two hits in the first inning while also hitting Mark Canha with a pitch. The right-hander was much more effective over the next four innings, however, allowing only a solo homer to William Contreras in the third before hurling 1-2-3 innings in both the fourth and fifth frames. Maeda has pitched well in August to the tune of a 3.43 ERA and 23:4 K:BB and he's now recorded at least six strikeouts in eight of his last nine starts. He has, however, failed to make it through six innings in each of his last two outings after opening the month with back-to-back quality starts.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two homers in no-decision Maeda did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing three runs on seven hits and one walk over four innings against the Tigers. He struck out six.

Impact Maeda struck out four batters over the first two innings and appeared to be on track for his third quality start in a row. However, the right-hander ran into trouble in the top of the third after allowing a leadoff single to Akil Baddoo, which would be followed by home runs from Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson in two of the next three at-bats. Maeda had gone at least five innings in each of his previous five starts coming in while the seven hits Wednesday were the most he's allowed since April 26. Despite the poor outing, he still holds a 2.81 ERA to go along with a very healthy 17:2 K:BB through three starts this month.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes tough-luck loss Maeda (3-7) took the loss Thursday, allowing one run on three hits and one walk over six innings in a 3-0 loss to the Tigers. He struck out four.

Impact The veteran righty induced just eight swinging strikes on 89 pitches, but was able to keep Detroit off the board until Riley Greene obliterated a hanging slider in the sixth inning, sending it 453 feet to right field for a solo home run. That bomb proved to be the difference, as Minnesota's offense was shut out for the second time in three days. After a brutal start to the season, Maeda has been steady in his nine outings since returning from injury June 23, posting a 2.38 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 11.23 K/9 across 49.2 innings during that stretch. He is projected to face the Tigers again next week.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kenta Maeda looks for encore performance in Detroit The last time he was in Detroit, Kenta Maeda recorded his first victory since undergoing Tommy John surgery. The Minnesota Twins right-hande...

AUGUST 10, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Breezes to victory Saturday Maeda (3-6) earned the win over Arizona on Saturday, allowing one run on two hits and no walks while striking out seven batters over six innings.

Impact Maeda fell behind 1-0 in the second inning, but the Twins responded with an offensive outburst to go ahead 10-1 by the end of the sixth. The veteran hurler kept the Diamondbacks from countering, as he retired the final 14 batters he faced. Maeda struggled in his first start following the All-Star break, giving up three runs in three innings against Oakland. Since then, he's allowed two or fewer runs in each of his subsequent four outings, posting a 2.28 ERA and 31:4 over 23.2 frames during that span.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Receives little support in loss Maeda (2-6) was hit with the loss Sunday against the Royals after allowing two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out seven in five innings.

Impact Maeda put together another solid outing and has now registered at least seven strikeouts in four of his last five starts. He wound up with the loss after the Twins managed just one run and let up runs of his own on a homer in the second and a pair of hits in the third. Maeda has had the fortune of facing some of the league's weaker offenses over the last month, but he's certainly provided mixed-league value and will look to get back in the win column in a home start against the Diamondbacks next weekend.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes out eight in quality start Maeda pitched 6.1 innings against Seattle on Monday, allowing one run on six hits and two walks while striking out eight batters in a no-decision.

Impact Maeda got through four scoreless frames before Sean Murphy hit a solo shot off him in the fifth. That was the only run the right-hander allowed, and he departed in line for the win with one out in the sixth only to see Minnesota's bullpen give up the lead in the ninth. Maeda finished with his third quality start over his past four outings, and he's now allowed three or fewer runs in each of his six starts since returning from the injured list June 23. During that span, the veteran hurler has posted very solid numbers, including a 2.48 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 44:11 K:BB over 32.2 innings.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kenta Maeda reminding Twins of past success with Mariners up next The Twins’ Kenta Maeda enters Monday night’s series opener with the Seattle Mariners in Minneapolis with just a 2-5 record and 5.10 ERA, but...

JULY 24, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Fans nine in no-decision Maeda allowed two runs on three hits and struck out nine over 6.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Wednesday.

Impact Maeda allowed just one hit, erased by a double play, over his first five innings. Tom Murphy got to him with a solo home run in the sixth inning, and Maeda was charged with another run in the seventh. This was still one of his best outings of the season, and just his second quality start in nine appearances. Maeda owns a 5.10 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 50:12 K:BB through 42.1 innings overall. He's projected for a rematch with the Mariners at home next week.

JULY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in no decision Maeda did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs on four hits and four walks over three innings against the Athletics. He struck out six.

Impact Maeda has been wildly inconsistent in limited action this year. The right-hander was coming off a seven-inning, one-run performance on July 4. However, the former Dodger's 5.50 ERA and 1.39 WHIP show that he has not been reliable. Maeda's next start is tentatively scheduled to be on Wednesday against the Mariners.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fans nine in Tuesday's win Maeda (2-5) picked up the win in Tuesday's 9-3 victory over the Royals, giving up two runs (one earned) on three hits and a walk over seven innings. He struck out nine.

Impact The veteran right-hander produced his best start of the year, generating 31 called or swinging strikes over 87 pitches en route to his first quality start and a season high in strikeouts. Maeda also topped out at 92.2 mph with his fastball, a marked improvement on his velocity in April when he made his initial return from Tommy John surgery. Since rejoining the rotation in late June after recovering from a triceps strain, he has a 1.59 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 21:5 K:BB in 17 innings over three starts.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How Maeda's time on the IL turned his season around MINNEAPOLIS -- The Twins didn’t necessarily know what to expect when Kenta Maeda returned from another extended stint on the injured list a...

JULY 4, 2023 • MLB.COM

Kepler drives in four to back Maeda's strong start in Twins' 9-3 win over Royals

Max Kepler had four RBIs, including a three-run homer, while Kenta Maeda continued his strong comeback from the injured list for the Minnesota Twins in a 9-3 win against the Kansas...

JULY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Allows two runs in loss Maeda (1-5) took the loss Wednesday, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks over five innings against Atlanta. He struck out four.

Impact Maeda issued a walk to Ronald Acuna to open the bottom of the first inning, who would then come around to score on a Matt Olson double after stealing second and advancing to third on a wild pitch. The right-hander would allow the leadoff man to reach again in the third, which would cost him as Atlanta took a 2-0 lead on a sacrifice fly. Maeda gave up only two runs on the afternoon after shutting out the Tigers over five innings in his previous outing, but he was still tagged with the loss for the fifth time in his last six starts. He'll look for his second win when the Twins take on the Royals at home next week.

JUNE 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maeda (5 scoreless IP): 'I'm back. ... I think I can excel from here' DETROIT -- The bullpen door in left field was already open, and left-handed reliever Jovani Moran was several steps onto the warning track,...

JUNE 24, 2023 • MLB.COM