ZACK LITTELL NEWS

Opening Wednesday Littell will start Wednesday's game against the Rangers, Kerry Crowley of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Littell will make his first start of the season Wednesday, and he's unlikely to cover more than an inning or two since he has yet to complete two full frames in an appearance in 2020. Sam Long is expected to be promoted from Triple-A and is a likely candidate to follow as the bulk reliever.

JUNE 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shaky inning Sunday Littell allowed two runs on two hits and struck out two in one inning of Sunday's 5-4 win over the Dodgers.

Impact Sunday's outing was just the second time in 15 appearances the right-hander has allowed runs this season. He gave up a two-run home run to Max Muncy in the eighth inning. Littell has been an effective part of San Francisco's bullpen with a 1.98 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 12:4 K:BB across 13.2 innings. He's added four holds -- he's in the mix for high-leverage work, although Jake McGee and Tyler Rogers are expected to handle the vast majority of the closing duties.

MAY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Notches third hold Littell allowed a run on two hits and struck out one in one inning to earn a hold in Tuesday's 4-2 win over Cincinnati.

Impact The right-hander gave up a solo home run to Nick Castellanos and a single to Tyler Naquin in the eighth inning. Littell has started to feature in high-leverage work, netting three holds in his last four outings. The homer Tuesday was the first run he's allowed in 7.2 innings, and he's added a 1.17 WHIP and 5:3 K:BB in nine appearances. The 25-year-old isn't likely to challenge for save opportunities -- Jake McGee and Tyler Rogers have filled that role for San Francisco this season.

MAY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Adds second hold Littell allowed a hit in a scoreless inning to earn a hold in Thursday's 3-1 win over Pittsburgh.

Impact Littell has holds in each of his last two appearances. The 25-year-old right-hander has yet to allow a run across five innings. He's only given up two hits and three walks while striking out three in that span. Littell probably won't yet challenge for save opportunities. His 4.29 FIP suggests regression could be a factor, although he should still be a fairly effective bullpen option.

MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Notes: Littell develops splitter; injuries When the Giants called to express their interest in signing him over the offseason, Zack Littell had the opportunity to speak with director...

MAY 2, 2021 • MLB.COM

Scoreless inning in Giants debut Littell allowed one walk and struck out one in one inning during Friday's 3-2 loss to San Diego.

Impact Littell worked the seventh inning with the Giants down by one, and he made a good first impression with his new team. The 25-year-old had an awful 2020 with the Twins, posting a 9.95 ERA and 2.37 WHIP across 6.1 innings. He'll look to regain his 2019 form (2.68 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 32:9 K:BB) if he's able to stick on San Francisco's big-league roster.

MAY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Already ailing, Twins lose Odorizzi, Littell to injured list

The ailing Minnesota Twins added two more names to their injured list when Jake Odorizzi was sidelined with bruised ribs and fellow right-hander Zack Littell was shut down with rig...

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Odorizzi (chest), Littell (elbow) land on IL The Minnesota Twins announced on Saturday that they have placed right-handed pitcher Jake Odorizzi (chest contusion), right-handed pitcher Z...

AUGUST 22, 2020 • MLB.COM

Lands on 10-day IL Littell (elbow) was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Littell left Friday's loss to the Royals with right elbow inflammation. While manager Rocco Baldelli initially said that he didn't believe the injury was serious, Littell will be sidelined for at least 10 days. Sean Poppen and Daniel Coulombe were added to the active roster Saturday.

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Soler, Dozier power Royals to 7-2 victory over Twins

Jorge Soler hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Danny Duffy held the Twins in check over five, and the Kansas City Royals pounded the Twins 7-2 on Friday night to open the t...

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with elbow inflammation Littell was diagnosed with right elbow inflammation after Friday's loss to the Royals, Audra Martin of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Littell felt something in his arm after throwing a pitch in the sixth inning and was forced out of the game afterward. It's unclear how much time the right-hander will miss as a result of the elbow issue, but manager Rocco Baldelli said after the game that he doesn't believe the injury is very serious, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with apparant arm injury Littell left Friday's game against the Royals in the sixth inning with an apparent arm injury.

Impact Littell left after feeling something in his arm after throwing a pitch. He gave up two runs and a home run in one-third of an inning. After giving up just four home runs in 37 innings last season, he's giving up five home runs in 6.1 innings this season.

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Moved to alternate camp Littell was optioned to Minnesota's alternate camp Wednesday, Brandon Warne of ZoneCoverage.com reports.

Impact This move frees up a spot on the roster for Wednesday's starter, Rich Hill, who was activated from the IL. Littell made two appearances during his most recent stay with the big club, allowing one run while recording two strikeouts in two innings.

AUGUST 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Junis expected to start for Kansas City against Minnesota

The Kansas City Royals face the Minnesota Twins

AUGUST 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Musgrove expected to start for Pittsburgh against Minnesota

The Minnesota Twins host the Pittsburgh Pirates

AUGUST 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Civale, Indians to face Clippard, Twins

The Minnesota Twins host the Cleveland Indians

AUGUST 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Maeda, Sano power Twins past Indians 3-0

Miguel Sanó hit a pair of homers and Kenta Maeda pitched six scoreless innings in his home debut for Minnesota as the Twins beat the Cleveland Indians 3-0 on Saturday

AUGUST 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Littell (hamstring) to IL; Alcala recalled The Twins placed reliever Zack Littell on the 10-day injured list on Saturday with a left hamstring strain and recalled right-hander Jorge A...

AUGUST 1, 2020 • MLB.COM

García homers twice as White Sox pound Twins 10-3

Leury García homered from both sides of the plate, helping Dallas Keuchel and the Chicago White Sox pound the Minnesota Twins 10-3

JULY 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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JULY 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could be used for multiple innings Littell threw three innings in Tuesday's scrimmage and could be used in longer outings the season, MLB.com reports. "With a guy like Zack, and some other guys that have been start...

Impact Littell improved in his second season in the majors last year (2.68 ERA) due to increased velocity (93.8 mph average fastball), reduced walks (6.2%) and keeping the ball in the park (0.97 HR/9). It looks like he will win a role as a middle reliever and could be used for longer outings if a starter is unable to pitch long into games as they ramp up.

JULY 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

After breakout season, Zack Littell aims to re-earn bullpen spot FORT MYERS, Fla. — Zack Littell finished last season with a 2.68 earned-run average. He gave up just one earned run in his last 16 appearanc...

MARCH 8, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM

Twins place Odorizzi on 10-day IL, recall Littell

Minnesota Twins starter Jake Odorizzi landed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a blister on his pitching hand

JULY 3, 2019

Twins reinstate Garver from injured list, option Littell to Triple-A

The Minnesota Twins announced Sunday they reinstated catcher Mitch Garver from the 10-day injured list and optioned right-hander Zack Littell to Triple-A.

JUNE 2, 2019

LEADING OFF: Angels' Ohtani returns to mound, Nola vs Lester

LEADING OFF: Angels rookie Ohtani returns to mound for first time in nearly three months, Nola-Lester matchup in Philly

SEPTEMBER 2, 2018