Minnesota Twins release minor league catcher Derek Bender for tipping pitches during a game.
The Minnesota Twins have released minor league catcher Derek Bender after he was caught tipping pitches to opposing batters during a game. Bender, a sixth-round draft pick, was playing for the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels when he revealed pitch types to players from the Lakeland Flying Tigers, leading to a 6-0 loss that eliminated his team from playoff contention. The Twins acted swiftly after Lakeland coaches reported his actions.
September 13, 2024
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