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Twins activate Bailey Ober from injured list ahead of game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 10:27 PM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

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Summary

The Minnesota Twins are expected to activate Bailey Ober from the injured list for Thursday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. Ober has been recovering from elbow inflammation since late May and has completed two rehab games. His return comes as the Twins placed reliever Marco Raya on the injured list due to a right shoulder impingement. Manager Derek Shelton acknowledged Ober's return is significant for the team's health and performance. Mikey Paredes has stepped in during Ober's absence, primarily as a starter, but his role may shift with Ober back on the roster.

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Status Watch

•Ober expected to pitch in Thursday's game against the Guardians.
•Raya lands on the injured list with a shoulder issue.
•Paredes filled in with five starts during Ober's absence.
•Taylor Rogers set a record for most appearances at Target Field.
•Luke Keaschall continues to show versatility in the outfield.

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10:27 PMYahoo Sports — Twins set to welcome back Bailey Ober from injured list

What they're saying

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The Twins placed reliever Marco Raya on the injured list Wednesday afternoon with a right shoulder impingement. But they did not fill his roster spot immediately as they usually would, playing with a 25-man roster instead against the Cleveland Guardians. They plan to make that corresponding move ahead of Thursday’s game — and it’s an important one. The Twins are expected to welcome back Bailey ...
— Yahoo Sports

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