Balazovic cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A St. Paul by the Twins on Tuesday, Darren Wolfson of Channel 5 Saint Paul reports.
Analysis: While no longer on the 40-man roster, Balazovic will remain in the organization and join the Twins in camp this spring as a non-roster invitee. The right-hander posted a 4.44 ERA and 17:14 K:BB over 24.1 relief innings with Minnesota in 2023.
Jordan Balazovic Jettisoned from 40-man roster
Balazovic was designated for assignment by the Twins on Wednesday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: He's departing the 40-man roster in favor of Zack Weiss, who was claimed off waivers. Balazovic was once one of the Twins' best pitching prospects, but he didn't progress as hoped as a starter and his control has gotten worse since he was moved to relief full-time in 2023 with an 11.1 percent walk rate in the majors and 15.2 percent walk rate at Triple-A St. Paul.
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