Benson optioned to Triple-A: The Twins optioned outfielder Joe Benson to Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday. (Updated 03/27/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/24/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Benson appears on the verge of being major-league ready, but the Twins just don't have everyday at-bats right now for the 24-year-old prospect, so it's better for his development to play regularly in the minors. Benson remains just a low-end, long-term Fantasy keeper. (Updated 03/27/2012).
01/13/2012 01:56 2012 Fantasy outlooks: Minnesota Twins
The Twins have a long road in front of them. After having a rebuilding-type season in 2011, Minnesota is now in full-on rebuilding mode in 2012. What does that mean for your Fantasy team?
The Twins' outfield is expected to undergo enough changes this offseason for Joe Benson to get a shot at a starting job this spring. Unfortunately, he didn't make a particularly good first impression in his late-season trial last year. His problem then was the same one he's had throughout his career: He doesn't make enough contact. He has improved in just about every other area, emerging as a legitimate power threat over the last two seasons and drawing enough walks to compensate for any shortcomings in batting average, but for all he has to offer, that strikeout rate could be his demise if he doesn't get it under control. The fact that it's still an issue could be reason enough for the Twins to send him back down for another couple months. Benson is their best hope for the immediate future with Michael Cuddyer and Jason Kubel gone, so they can't afford to take any chances with him. The 24-year-old has enough upside that he's sure to get a look at some point in 2012 even if it's not right out of the gate. He's a worthy use of a roster spot in AL-only leagues. (Updated 1/5/12)
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