Minnesota Twins Trade for Jon Rauch

To add depth to their bullpen, the Minnesota Twins have acquired Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Jon Rauch. The 6-foot-11 right-hander will help the Twins in their push to make the 2009 baseball playoffs.
On the season, Rauch has a 4.14 ERA in 58 appearances. He has a record of 2-2 to go along with two saves and 12 holds. Since the All-Star break, Rauch has an ERA of 3.68.
The Twins can desperately use Rauch’s arm in their bullpen. Closer Joe Nathan has been fantastic and Jose Mijares and Matt Guerrier have been very good, however the depth basically ends there. Rauch gives …read more