Perkins Cut

In the first genuine surprise of the spring, the Twins this afternoon cut Glen Perkins, according to Joe Christensen. He doesn't mention this, but that should mean that he was optioned to AAA. While I expected this to be the eventual result of the spring battle, I'm surprised at the timing. Ron Gardenhire made it clear after today's game and Silva's horrible performance that Carlos' spot in the rotation is by no means secure. This move means that Matt Garza is now the last man standing in the battle for a young gun (excepting Boof Bonser) to make the rotation.