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Twins shortstop prospect Kaelen Culpepper has been on a solid run for two months with the AAA-St. Paul Saints. So, how much longer will the Twins wait when it comes to calling him up?
Culpepper, 23, was the Twins’ first-round pick in 2024 out of Kansas State.
So far this year at AAA, he’s hit .265 with 14 homers, 13 stolen bases, 50 runs scored, and an .862 OPS (on-base + slugging percentage) in 56 games. His defense has been fine, too.
We spoke with Culpepper late last week about keeping patient and touched on all his success in St. Paul.
***Click the video box above to watch our conversation with Culpepper***
With Brooks Lee moving to third base, the Twins are currently using Orlando Arcia, Tristan Gray, and Ryan Kreidler at shortstop. Let’s be frank: All three are better served in a backup role.
The Twins are 30-37, tied for a season-worst seven gam...
