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Twins add Santiago, 2 prospects on Deadline day
- Updated: August 1, 2016
CLEVELAND — The Twins didn’t surprise anyone with their first trade of the day, when they dealt reliever Fernando Abad to the Red Sox for relief prospect Pat Light. But their second trade came as more of a shock, as right-hander Ricky Nolasco and injured pitching prospect Alex Meyer were dealt to the Angels for left-hander Hector Santiago and relief prospect Alan Busenitz shortly before the non-waiver Trade Deadline on Monday.
The Twins were looking to move Nolasco, but a deal seemed unlikely because he’s due $12 million next year with $13 million club option in ’17 with a $1 million buyout, and posted a combined 5.44 ERA with Minnesota over the last three seasons. He’s been Minnesota’s most durable starter this year, leading the team with 21 starts and 124 2/3 innings, but also had a 5.13 ERA.
Meyer, meanwhile, hasn’t pitched since May 3 because of a right shoulder strain. He was once considered a top prospect, but has seen his stock fall because of shoulder injuries and inconsistent mechanics. He’s bounced between starting and relieving in recent years, and has allowed 10 runs in 3 2/3 innings in …
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