The Minnesota Twins are reportedly acquiring right-handed starter Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles, per Jon Heyman.
“Twins acquiring Dean Kremer from Orioles,” Heyman posted on X.
Kremer, 30, has been abysmal this season. Since his promotion to MLB, after being a solid prospect in the Orioles system, he’s been mediocre at the end of various peaks and valleys.
This season, he’s posted a -0.5 bWAR and 6.50 ERA through 36 innings and seven games started.
The Orioles are receiving Jhomnardo Reyes in return, the Twins’ 24th-ranked prospect.
On Instagram, @mlbtransactionsdaily writes: “The Twins are acquiring right-handed starter Dean Kremer from the Orioles in exchange for minor league outfielder Jhomnardo Reyes (Twins 24th-ranked prospect), per Dan Hayes.
Kremer, 30, has made 7 appearances this season, pitching to a 6.50 ERA with 38 strikeouts over 36.0 innings.”
Kremer has dealt with multiple injury concerns, as is the way of the modern pitcher. The Twins, who recently brought on reliever AJ Minter from the Mets, have made it clear they’re in buy mode.
With the AL Central well within reach, Minnesota is trying to speed past the White Sox and Guardians en route to a playoff berth.
Kremer will no doubt provide innings down the stretch, and the plan looks to be “outlast.” The Twins seem to think if they can add enough substance to their pitching staff, their offense, headlined by superstar Byron Buxton, will be capable of October baseball in a weak American League.
Fans have mixed feelings on the trade.
Social Media Reacts to Twins/Orioles Trade
Here’s what people are saying:
Ken Rosenthal: “Twins acquiring RHP Dean Kremer from the Orioles, source tells The Athletic.”
Bob Nightengale: “The Minnesota Twins, one day after getting bullpen help, now grab starter Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles. @Ken_Rosenthal and @nightengalejr on it.”
Brandon Warne: “Mike Paredes is headed to the 60-day IL to make room for Dean Kremer on the 40-man roster.”
Jake Rill: “The Orioles are acquiring Minor League OF Jhomnardo Reyes in return for RHP Dean Kremer. 1-for-1 trade, per source. Reyes is the Twins’ No. 24 prospect, per @MLBPipeline. @DanHayesMLB was on it.”
notzoe: “Trading a pitcher for a prospect named Jhomnardo? Guess the Orioles finally found a way to spell “home run” with a little extra flair.”
Aram Leighton: “Jhomnardo Reyes is a solid get for the Orioles. 18-year-old outfielder who stood out in the FCL and is now at Low-A. Easy to dream on power with his frame and swing. Of course far off, but made big strides vs. spin this year. Max EV of 110 that came on a homer this year.”
Jacob Kalvin Meyer: “After trading Dean Kremer today, the Orioles don’t technically need a fifth starter until Aug. 8. They could go with Kyle Bradish, Trevor Rogers, Shane Baz and Brandon Young through next Friday. That is, assuming nothing else changes ahead of the deadline.”
Tyler Barberis: “Dean Kremer had a career-best 3.23 ERA in 2022. Three straight 4 ERA seasons, throwing 170+ IP in two of them. A workhorse, but never a top arm. However, it’s time to move on after a 6.50 ERA this season. Thank you for your contribution, Deano.”
BREAKING: Twins Acquire Veteran Arm From Orioles