Alex Gonzalez turns 51 today. We’ve had two shortstops named Alex Gonzalez; this is the first. This Alex was a member of the Blue Jays from 1994 to 2001.
Chi Chi Gonzalez was designated for assignment after a wave of mediocrity. Thankfully, the corresponding move is Hunter Renfroe’s return from the injured list.
Gonzalez did make one appearance for the Twins this season, tossing three innings and giving up three earned runs to the Blue Jays on June 3.
Minnesota also selected the contracts of right-handers Chi Chi González, Jharel Cotton and Ian Hamilton while recalling outfielder Mark Contreras from Triple-A St. Paul.
The Twins are likely to select right-hander Chi Chi González onto the big league roster, according to various reporters.
The Twins are in need of starting pitching depth, so a minors deal with Gonzalez would bring some MLB experience into camp.
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