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Athletics News / Field Level Media / June 4
Willi Castro looks to stay hot as Twins face Athletics
Willi Castro has never been viewed as having a power bat over his seven big league seasons, but he's suddenly displaying plenty of strength. Castro has
Athletics News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 4
Willi Castro homers twice, Royce Lewis ends skid as Twins crush Athletics
Right-handed or left-handed, Willi Castro is hitting bombs. Castro hit a pair of right-handed homers, including a go-ahead shot in a four-run sixth inning, to power the Minnesota Twins to a 10-3 blowout of the Athletics on Tuesday in West Sacramento, Calif.
Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / May 16
Unfortunate Willi Castro Injury Results in MLB Debut of Twins Prospect
The Minnesota Twins have been the hottest team in baseball as they have been riding an 11-game win streak. It's been a tough couple of games for the Twins, however, as some crucial injuries have resulted in players missing time.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16
Twins' Carlos Correa sidelined with concussion after scary collision
The Twins have placed shortstop Carlos Correa on the seven-day concussion injured list.
Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / May 5
Twins reinstate UT Willi Castro, INF Royce Lewis
The Minnesota Twins reinstated infielder Royce Lewis and utility player Willi Castro from the 10-day injured list on Monday. Lewis, 25, has been out all season after sustaining a left hamstring strain in spring training.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
Twins reinstate Willi Castro and Royce Lewis, option Edouard Julien and Mickey Gasper
The Twins made some roster moves this morning, reinstating Willi Castro and Royce Lewis from the 10-day injured list and optioning Edouard Julien and Mickey Gasper to Triple-A.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5
Twins expecting key infielders back from injury for Orioles series
The Minnesota Twins could be getting a much-needed boost Tuesday night as they open a three-game set against the Baltimore Orioles at Target Field. According to multiple reports, infielders Royce Lewis and Willi Castro are expected to be activated from the injured list, potentially rejoining the lineup for the series opener.
MLB News / Twinkie Town / May 2
Is Willi Castro the ghost of Eduardo Escobar? 
Someone get him to Fogo de Chao stat! In July of 2012, the Minnesota Twins gave up on SP Francisco Liriano. Despite singular years of dominance—2006 & 2010—and one of the strangest no-hitters ever thrown, Frankie simply proved too inconsistent to be part of longer-term plans.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / April 25
2025 Injury Report: Castro, Mangum, & Rocker on IL
A day after Kumar Rocker gave up seven hits and five earned runs over 1.2 IP, the Rangers placed him on the injured list. Rocker was one of several notable players to hit the IL, including a fellow rookie and former SEC star.
Minnesota Twins News / Inside The Diamonds / April 24
Minnesota Twins Roster Moves 4/24/25
The Twins look to sweep the White Sox today and improve their 9-15 record to double-digit wins. They are currently fourth in the AL Central five and a half games back from the Detroit Tigers.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 24
Twins place Willi Castro on 10-day injured list, recall Mickey Gasper
The Minnesota Twins placed utility player Willi Castro on the 10-day injured list on Thursday due to a right oblique strain. The move is retroactive to April 21, and the Twins recalled Mickey Gasper to take Castro's place on the 26-man roster.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24
Twins place Willi Castro on IL
The Twins announced this morning that they’ve placed utilityman Willi Castro on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 21, with a strained right oblique muscle.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / April 17
2025 Injury Report: Updates on Castro, DeJong, Tovar
April 16 was another eventful day on the injury front. Several pitchers did get removed from the injured list and made their 2025 MLB debuts, while others continued rehab assignments.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 16
Twins injury updates: Matt Wallner to IL, Willi Castro exits game banged up
Twins right fielder Matt Wallner is headed to the IL with a hamstring strain, according to Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star Tribune. Wallner, who
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 8
Twins president provides injury update on Royce Lewis
Royce Lewis was cleared for a running program over the weekend, three weeks after sustaining a moderate left hamstring strain.
Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / January 11
Willi Castro’s Future on the Twins Is Up in the Air
Utility players in baseball have become so much more popular over the years, with Ben Zobrist becoming the face of the term for well over a decade. A utilityman is best defined as a player who is capable of competently playing multiple positions around the diamond, typically in both the infield and the outfield.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / November 5
Minnesota Twins Trying to Trade Willi Castro
If you need a reminder that baseball is a business, look no further than the Minnesota Twins offseason. With little financial flexibility from ownership,
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 24
Will the Twins trade All-Star utility man Willi Castro this offseason?
Will the Twins trade Willi Castro this offseason? There are compelling arguments on both sides of the discussion regarding one of the team's more interesting decisions this winter.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 27
Twins’ Willi Castro completes bonkers feat not done before in MLB history
The ability to play multiple positions is a skill that can keep a player around baseball for a long time. It also makes them quite valuable if they can perform at a high level in several positions.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / September 26
Willi Castro Had One of MLB’s Craziest Stats in 2024
The Minnesota Twins have fallen apart down the stretch. There has been very little positivity for Rocco Baldelli’s club over the past month. Willi Castro, who was named an All-Star for the first time this season, has always been capable of providing a spark.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / September 19
Willi Castro Takes Chuck Knoblauch’s Painful Minnesota Twins Throne
The Minnesota Twins have struggled to keep pace with the Cleveland Guardians this season. Short of Carlos Santana winning a Gold Glove, they aren’t racking up accolades.
Minnesota Twins News / Larry Brown Sports / July 11
Twins’ Willi Castro had funny reaction to learning about All-Star selection
Twins infielder Willi Castro received his first-career All-Star nod on Thursday as a replacement for Jose Altuve. The honor did not appear to be on Castro’s radar, at least judging by his reaction to the news.
Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / July 6
Will Twins’ Willi Castro Get the All-Star Nod He Deserves?
Earlier this week, Jose Altuve was named the starting second baseman for the American League All-Star team. Few would argue that he wasn’t deserving of the honor; Altuve is enjoying another strong season, as per usual.
Minnesota Twins News / Fastball on SI / July 1
Minnesota Twins' Willi Castro Has Already Made MLB History With Defensive Versatility
Willi Castro has given the Minnesota Twins unprecedented defensive versatility in 2024, making history just halfway through the season. Castro, who has appeared in all 84 games for the Twins so far this year, started at shortstop against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.
MLB News / Minnesota Sports Fan / June 9, 2024
Willi Castro Played With a Bean Ball Magnet in His Pocket vs Pirates
The Minnesota Twins finished a series with the Pittsburgh Pirates over the weekend, and wrapping up a road trip is always a welcomed reality. Coming home though, no one was more ready to leave than utility man Willi Castro.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28, 2019
MLB prospects we could still see called up in 2019
Some prospects could be major contributors on playoff rosters, while others will get looks in preparation for 2020. Either way, these 10 MLB prospects could get their chances at a major league call-up in the final month of the regular season.
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