PROTECTED: Why the Minnesota Twins Will LIMIT Connor Prielipp’s Innings—Long-Term IMPACTS Explained

Minnesota Twins halt their skid as Connor Prielipp dazzles, but how long can his rise last with strict pitch limits? C.J. Baumgartner breaks down Prielipp’s impressive home debut, examining his slider-heavy repertoire, velocity concerns, and the Twins’ cautious approach to preserving his health. Comparisons to Joe Ryan and Bailey Ober highlight the organization’s strategy of limiting rookies’ workloads—will Prielipp eventually thrive as a starter, or is the bullpen his future?   Key topics include the rotation battle between Prielipp and Simeon Woods Richardson, the potential for a bullpen piggyback or opener role, and how the Twins might creatively maximize both pitchers’ strengths. Plus, Rocco Baldelli’s name surfaces as a candidate for the Boston Red Sox managerial job—is Minnesota’s former manager poised for a swift MLB return? Don’t miss this all-encompassing look at the Twins’ pitching puzzle and the implications for their season ahead.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…   🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-twins/   Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/   00:00 Twins Snap Losing Streak — Connor Prelip's Ceiling & Rookie Season   12:44 Woods Richardson Bullpen Role — Piggyback/Opener Scenarios & Rotation Shuffle   23:14 Rocco Baldelli Red Sox Rumors — Managerial Carousel & Twins Organizational Outlook   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today!   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.     HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONMLB.   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: lockedontwins.supercast.com   #minnesotatwins #MLB #Twins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.