Twins sign reliever Ron Marinaccio to minor league deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:14 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Minnesota Twins signed right-handed reliever Ron Marinaccio to a minor league contract, assigning him to Class AAA St. Paul. Marinaccio, 31, has a 6.09 ERA over 57 2/3 innings this season while pitching for the Padres, Pirates, and Reds. He was recently designated for assignment by the Cincinnati Reds. This signing adds depth to the Twins' bullpen as they remain competitive in the American League Wild Card race, currently sitting one game back of the final playoff spot.
- •Marinaccio signed after clearing waivers from the Reds.
- •He previously posted a 4.79 ERA with the Padres this season.
- •The Twins are currently one game behind in the AL Wild Card race.
- •Marinaccio will provide bullpen depth at Triple-A.
- •This move follows the trade deadline acquisitions of other pitchers.
- 2:14 PMYahoo Sports — Twins sign ex-Yankees, Padres reliever with 6.09 ERA
"The Twins add a new arm to the bullpen mix.
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