Monday, Aug 29, 2022 - 10:18 PM

Twins recall LHP Moran, Smeltzer optioned to Triple-A

written by Bally Sports North Staff

Jun 3, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Jovani Moran (71) throws a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays during the fourth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Before Monday's series gets going against the Boston Red Sox, the Minnesota Twins made a roster move earlier in the day. Left-handed pitcher Jovani Moran has been recalled from Triple-A St. Paul while left-handed pitcher Devin Smeltzer was sent back down to Triple-A.

This will be the fourth different stint for Moran with the Twins this year with the lefty posting a 1.93 ERA in 20 appearances.

Smeltzer had just been recalled by the Twins on Aug. 20 and made three appearances in this stay with the Twins. Smeltzer pitched a combined 7 2/3 innings, winning one game and posting an ERA of 1.17.

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