4 years agoMinnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff has been optioned to the team's alternate training site, per manager Rocco Baldelli. Kirilloff was believed to be the favorite for the starting left field job, though he didn't make the decision too difficult with his rough spring, as he hit just .129 with eight strikeouts compared to one walk in 12 games. The news means that the 23-year-old will likely start the year at Triple-A St. Paul, but it might not be long before he's back with the big-league club, given his talent and potential. Fellow prospect Brent Rooker is now the favorite to be the team's Opening Day left fielder, with Kyle Garlick and Jake Cave as possible reserves for the Twins.--Tim Capurso
Source: Betsy Helfand