If we’re talking about strictly drafted Twins players, then Ober and Balazovic are the closest ones to make an impact on the MLB team this year. Balazovic is off to a tough start this year with his off-field altercation. I will be thrilled if Ober pitches 150 combined innings in AAA and MLB this year.
I’m frustrated as anyone else about the lack of drafted pitching talent making their way to MN, but credit is deserved developing prospects that were traded for like Duran. This has to be the year we see the pipeline produce more talent. Especially with Mahle, Maeda, and Gray on the last year of their contracts.