Summary
Luis Quinones, a 28-year-old pitcher, has signed with the Minnesota Twins after being released by the Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays released Quinones following a year of injury issues and a brief playing season. Quinones aims to secure a spot with the Twins during spring training.
Key Facts
- Luis Quinones is a right-handed pitcher, originally selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 34th round of the 2019 draft.
- Quinones signed with the Minnesota Twins on December 21.
- He pitched 360 2/3 innings with the Blue Jays, earning 478 strikeouts but also allowing 231 walks and 48 wild pitches.
- Injuries limited Quinones to three rehab appearances in 2023.
- He received an 80-game suspension in 2019 for using performance-enhancing drugs.
- The Twins have openings for pitchers after trading their relief pitcher Louis Varland to the Blue Jays.
