Twins manager Baldelli reviews lengthy list of injuries ahead of series opener vs. Cleveland

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli talks about recent injuries

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli met with reporters on Friday morning, including KSTP Sports.

It was a busy morning of roster moves, including starter Joe Ryan and infielder Brooks Lee have been placed on the injured list, with Ryan expected to miss weeks to months with a Grade 2 teres major strain. Lee is sidelined with a shoulder injury.

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The Twins reinstated infielder Kyle Farmer and selected right-handed pitcher Scott Blewett from Triple-A. Farmer will play Game 1 vs. Cleveland, starting at 2B.

Additionally, reliever Brock Stewart (shoulder) will undergo season-ending surgery on Tuesday. Plus, reliever Justin Topa, on a rehab assignment with St. Paul, isn’t close to ready. He’s been out the whole season with a left knee injury.