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Twins' Rising Star Mick Abel Lands on Injured List
Promising young pitcher sidelined with right elbow inflammation after two strong starts.
Apr. 20, 2026 at 4:18pm
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The Twins' pitching rotation faces a fractured outlook with the loss of rising star Mick Abel to injury.NYC TodayThe Minnesota Twins have placed starting pitcher Mick Abel on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. Abel, one of the team's top pitching prospects, had been impressive in his last two outings, throwing 13 scoreless innings with 16 strikeouts. However, the Twins will now be without the 23-year-old righty for at least the next two weeks.
Why it matters
The Twins have gotten off to a strong 11-7 start this season, but this injury to Abel is a significant setback. He had been emerging as a potential future ace for the club, and his absence leaves a hole in the starting rotation at a critical early juncture of the season.
The details
After struggling in his first two starts, Abel had turned a corner, tossing six scoreless innings against the Tigers on April 9 and then seven more scoreless frames with 10 strikeouts against the Red Sox on April 14. However, the Twins have now placed him on the injured list with right elbow inflammation, an issue that could potentially sideline him for an extended period if it does not heal properly.
- On April 14, Abel threw seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts against the Red Sox.
- On April 20, the Twins placed Abel on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
The players
Mick Abel
A 23-year-old right-handed starting pitcher for the Minnesota Twins who was off to a promising start this season before landing on the injured list with elbow inflammation.
Connor Prielipp
The Twins' top pitching prospect, a left-hander who is reportedly being called up to the major league roster and could start in place of the injured Abel.
Kendry Rojas
Another left-handed pitching prospect for the Twins who is also reportedly being called up and could join the major league bullpen.
What’s next
The Twins will need to rely on their pitching depth to fill Abel's spot in the rotation, with prospects Connor Prielipp and Kendry Rojas both reportedly set to join the major league club. The team will hope Abel's elbow inflammation is a minor issue and that he can return to the mound in May to continue his promising start to the season.
The takeaway
This injury to Mick Abel is a significant blow to the Twins, who had been counting on the 23-year-old right-hander to be a key part of their rotation this season. The team's pitching depth will now be tested as they look to weather Abel's absence and maintain their strong start to the year.
