Twins Call Up Jenkins | MLB News

Twins’ top prospect Walker Jenkins, a 21-year-old outfielder drafted fifth overall in 2023, is making his MLB debut—batting ninth and playing center field after a scorching Triple-A season with a .308 average, 12 homers, and 17 steals. The move clears space by sending Alan Roden down and designating pitcher Woo-Suk Go for release, while Byron Buxton remains day-to-day with hip discomfort. Jenkins says the moment hasn’t fully sunk in yet—but it’s about to.

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