Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN – The Minnesota Twins announced today that they have optioned right-handed pitcherFernando Romero back to Triple-A Rochester. Romero made the start this afternoon against Tampa Bay, allowing four runs on 10 hits in 4.1 innings pitched.
To replace Romero on the 25-man roster, the Twins will make a corresponding roster move after this week’s All-Star break, prior to their game on Friday night in Kansas City.