Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) will play 10 innings as the team's designated hitter during a doubleheader for Triple-A St. Paul on Tuesday, and then he'll play a full game at third base on Wednesday. Lewis could be an option to come off the injured list and play in Friday's series opener in Boston against the Red Sox, but The Athletic's Dan Hayes thinks it's likelier that he'll play a few more rehab games over the weekend and return when the Twins open a homestand on Tuesday, May 6, against the Baltimore Orioles. In two rehab games to this point, the 25-year-old right-handed power bat has gone 3-for-6 with a double and an RBI for St. Paul. Lewis initially strained his left hamstring in March 16 in spring training while running to first base, but he's on the cusp of his 2025 debut. He should be rostered in all fantasy formats for his high-end power stroke.

The Athletic's Dan Hayes reports that Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) will begin his minor-league rehab assignment on Friday with the Triple-A St. Paul Saints. Things were trending this way after Lewis didn't have any setbacks after sprinting on Monday and running the bases on Tuesday. Because the oft-injured 25-year-old has been out of action since the middle of March in spring training with a left-hamstring strain, his rehab assignment could be longer than normal, but there's also a chance he'll come off the injured list to rejoin the big-league roster at some point later next week. When Lewis does make his 2025 debut for Minnesota, young infielder Brooks Lee will head back to a bench role for the Twins. Lewis, the former first overall pick in 2017, has yet to reach the 20-homer mark since debuting in 2022, but he also hasn't played in more than 82 games in a season due to injuries.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) is expected to start a minor-league rehab assignment later this week, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune's Bobby Nightengale. It's the next step in his progression from a left-hamstring strain that he suffered in spring training in March after he ran some sprints on Monday and ran the bases on Tuesday of this week. In addition to running, the 25-year-old power threat has been taking on-field batting practice and doing fielding work on the infield. If Lewis can avoid any setbacks with his hamstring this weekend in minor-league action, he could be activated from the injured list to make his 2025 big-league debut at some point next week. The former first overall pick in 2017 has high-upside power when he's healthy, making him stash-worthy in all fantasy formats until he returns.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) did sprints on Monday and ran the bases again on Tuesday, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune's Bobby Nightengale. Lewis continues to make progress from a left-hamstring strain that he suffered in the middle of March in spring training, but there's still no exact timetable for his return to the Twins. The 25-year-old should at least be getting close to going on a minor-league rehab assignment, though, so he could be ready to make his season debut in early May, barring a setback with his hamstring. The oft-injured third baseman has yet to play this season, but he should be stashed in all fantasy formats for his elite power when he's healthy. Willi Castro (oblique) is also currently injured for the Twins, which has opened up playing time at the hot corner for young infielder Brooks Lee.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) is expected to do some light baserunning on Thursday, according to The Athletic's Aaron Gleeman. Lewis will attempt to do some running for the first time since suffering a strained left hamstring in the middle of March in spring training. The 25-year-old oft-injured third baseman still has no timetable for a return to make his 2025 season debut with the Twins, but it's good news that he's been able to take batting practice on the field and do defensive drills. He's developed a reputation as a slow healer, so the Twins aren't going to rush him back. Lewis deserves to be stashed in all fantasy formats for his high-end power, but we wouldn't be banking on him returning before early May. With Willi Castro (oblique) and Carlos Correa (wrist) getting injured this week, Brooks Lee has seen time at the hot corner and could continue to play regularly.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) has been ramping up his rehab work over the last week by taking on-field batting practice and fielding in team-wide defensive drills. Over the past few days, he has hit with the Triple-A St. Paul Saints and with the Twins when the team hits before night games. On Monday, he took ground balls with the team ground balls in team-wide defensive drills before Monday's game. Lewis is still not quite ready for a rehab assignment and is not expected to be back in the lineup until May at the earliest. Last year, Lewis hit .233 with 16 homers and a .317 wOBA in 82 games, but he has been out this season after suffering a hamstring strain in spring training. He continues to make progress in the right direction, though, and will hopefully start an official rehab assignment soon.

Although Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) was cleared last weekend to start a running progression, the Minneapolis Star Tribune's Phil Miller reports that Lewis is around three weeks from being cleared to start a minor-league rehab assignment. "Any time they let me do something more, it's always pretty good," said Lewis. "I'll probably run three days in a row, take a break, then try to get on the bases. It's a long progression," Lewis said. The 25-year-old is feeling better since straining his left hamstring in spring training on March 16, but even if he avoids setbacks as he rehabs, it doesn't look like he'll be making his 2025 season debut until sometime in May. Lewis has plenty of power at the hot corner, but he continues to be set back by injuries. Jose Miranda and Willi Castro will continue to split time at third in Minnesota until Lewis is able to return.

Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis (hamstring) has been hitting and doing some light running, according to the team's president of baseball operations Derek Falvey. He noted that there is no change in his status, so Lewis appears to still be on the same timetable as before. Lewis was given a 6-to-8 week timetable and is currently in his third week of recovery from a left hamstring strain. The Twins are going to continue being cautious with their young slugger. Fantasy managers who continue to stash Lewis might end up having to wait the full length of the recovery timetable. Willi Castro figures to continue seeing increased playing time over at third base while Lewis is out.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) is confirmed to have suffered a "moderate" left hamstring strain and will miss Opening Day. Phil Miller of The Minnesota Star Tribune reported the news. Miller notes that the 25-year-old's timetable for return is uncertain for now. However, Lewis states that his hamstring injury is "not even close" to being as severe as the quad injury that forced him from two months of action in 2024. It's excellent news for the former first-overall pick, who was limited to just 140 games over the previous two seasons due to the quad injury and an adductor strain he sustained last July. When Lewis will return remains to be determined. For now, fantasy managers may want to think twice about selecting him at his price, which currently sits inside the top 130 of drafts.

The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (hamstring) is expected to begin the season on the injured list. Lewis pulled up early, trying to beat out a grounder during Sunday's spring training outing, and immediately exited the game. The 25-year-old is set for an MRI on Monday, but the team expects him to start the year on the IL. It's unfortunate news for him, as injuries plagued Lewis' season in 2024, with a quadriceps injury and adductor strain robbing him of a significant portion of the year. The former first-overall pick was solid pre-All-Star break last season (.292 average), but his play suffered after the adductor ailment. Expect teammates Willi Castro and Brooks Lee to fill in at third base during his absence.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (leg) exited Sunday's contest with an apparent leg injury. The infielder sustained this injury while running to first base. Fantasy managers should continue to keep a close eye on his status as the team will likely provide an update after the game. This is not a good sign as Lewis has had his fair share of injuries and could be in danger of missing time early in the 2025 campaign. Last season, the former first overall pick appeared in just 82 games and held a .233/.295/.452 slash line with 16 doubles and 16 home runs. He generated a strong 11.2 percent barrel rate with a 73.3 mph bat speed. However, he drew walks at a modest 8.6 percent rate and struck out at a high 22.8 percent rate. If Lewis were to miss time, fantasy managers should expect Willi Castro or Brooks Lee to see opportunities at the hot corner.

Minnesota Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey said that infielder Royce Lewis will play third base in 2025, but he will also mix in some at second base during spring training. While Lewis will be an option for the Twins at the keystone, it doesn't sound likely that he's going to gain eligibility at second base this year. With the Twins keeping the 25-year-old right-handed power hitter at the hot corner, it means that young infielder Brooks Lee will probably open the regular season as the team's primary second baseman. However, he'll have to beat out the likes of Edouard Julien and Willi Castro. Lewis has elite power from the third base position, but he's torn his ACL twice already and missed another 58 games in 2024 due to a hamstring injury. He slumped to end the year but still finished with 16 home runs and a 108 wRC+ in 82 games. Lewis is an injury risk but could be worth it if you are looking for power.

Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said at the MLB winter meetings on Tuesday that the club hasn't decided yet if third baseman Royce Lewis will shift from the hot corner to second base in 2025. Baldelli also said that Lewis has been taking ground balls at the keystone this offseason just in case, and the skipper is confident that Lewis has the skill set to be able to make a successful transition to second if the team asks him to do so. The 25-year-old made one start at second in 2024 but could play regularly there in 2025, depending on what the rest of Minnesota's roster looks like come spring training. The former first overall pick has some of the best pop from the right side in baseball, but he's already torn his ACL twice and hasn't played more than 82 games in his first three seasons in MLB. Lewis is a risk/reward power bat that could become a lot more attractive if he gains second base eligibility.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis could see more time at the keystone next year. Lewis started one game at second in 2024, but more playing time there in 2025 could allow infielder Jose Miranda to spend more time at the hot corner if the Twins add a regular first baseman to replace free agent Carlos Santana. "Some of that will depend on the personnel we acquire, don't acquire and how that all shakes out," president of baseball operations Derek Falvey said of Lewis at second base. "We want him to stay open-minded to that and we'll have that conversation." The former first overall pick in 2017 probably makes more sense from a defensive standpoint at second because of his poor throwing accuracy. Offensively, Lewis is one of the better young power bats in the game, although he's been extremely injury-prone in his first three MLB seasons.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis is making his first career major-league start at second base and will bat in the two-hole in Wednesday's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays and right-hander Cole Sulser at Tropicana Field. Jose Miranda will man the hot corner and hit cleanup for the Twins. Minnesota may want to transition Lewis to the keystone because of some throwing issues he's had on defense at third base recently. It remains to be seen if this is a permanent move going forward, but if it is, it will only make the 25-year-old former first overall pick that much more attractive in fantasy. Injuries have been Lewis' biggest obstacle early in his MLB career, but in just 59 games in 2024, he's already set a new career-high with 16 home runs to go along with 44 RBI in 235 plate appearances. Lewis is a must-start for his power alone in fantasy.

Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis is taking a seat ahead of Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. This appears to be a routine rest day for Lewis so fantasy managers don't need to be concerned about an injury. Lewis has collected three hits in this series, so him sitting out isn't due to poor performance. The expectation is he'll be back in the lineup after this contest. Jose Miranda will cover third base and bat second versus right-hander Tyler Mahle on Sunday. Miranda is one of the biggest surprises in baseball with a .308 batting average and nine home runs with 46 RBI in 93 games. He should be rostered in most fantasy formats with the way he's swinging the bat.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis hit his 15th homer in Monday's 8-3 win over the Kansas City Royals. Lewis' two-run shot off Brady Singer capped off a six-run second inning for the Twins as he finished 2-for-4 with two runs scored. He is batting .279/.356/.664 with 34 RBI and 28 runs scored while equaling his 2023 home run total in just 40 games. Lewis' 1.021 OPS would be second to New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge if he was able to avoid injury this season. He is a must-start in all fantasy formats, and as long as he's in the lineup, Lewis is a top-end run producer.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis is getting the day off at Wrigley Field against the hosting Chicago Cubs. With Lewis on the bench to start, Jose Miranda will make the start at third base and bat third, with Matt Wallner serving as the designated hitter and batting cleanup against Cubs right-hander Javier Assad. Lewis will take a seat after starting each of the team's last eight games. The 25-year-old right-handed slugger has started off the month of August by going 5-for-17 (.294) with three home runs, a double and 10 RBI in five games for the Twins. The former first overall pick in 2017 has been as injury-prone as they come early in his big-league career, but when healthy, he's a must-start in fantasy with elite power production. Lewis currently has 14 homers, 31 RBI and a .280 average (35-for-125) in only 35 games in 2024.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in a 7-3 loss against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. He was responsible for one of the three Minnesota hits, scoring two of the three runs in Tuesday's loss. The former No. 1 overall pick has been dealing with injuries and limited to just 35 games this season. He is slashing .280/.357/.680 with 14 HR and 31 RBI across 143 plate appearances in 2024. As the Twins fight for a playoff spot, they will look for Lewis to keep swinging the bat well and help lead them down the stretch.

Minnesota Twins DH Royce Lewis had a big night in his team's 10-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Lewis went 2-for-4 with a double, a homer, a walk, and four RBI to help power the Twins to the win. The young slugger kicked off the scoring with a two-run homer in the first inning on a blast that traveled 409 feet with an exit velocity of 105.7 MPH. He later came back and added a two-run double in the fourth inning. Lewis is now hitting .286 with eight doubles, 12 homers, 21 runs, and 25 RBI across 112 at-bats this season. He has done that in just 31 games thanks to two separate stints on the injured list. Fantasy gamers and Twins fans will hope for a clean bill of health over the final two months of the season.