In search of a lefty
There's no shortage of candidates in the Twins' search for a lefthanded setup man:
Fernando Abad, 30: Has a 3.72 ERA over six-year big-league career.
Buddy Boshers, 27: Former Angels pitcher was in independent ball last season.
Logan Darnell, 27: Extensive bullpen work for first time last year at Rochester.
Pat Dean, 26: Good control. Will relieve with the Twins or start at Rochester.
Mason Melotakis, 24: Had Tommy John surgery last year, so no chance here.
Ryan O'Rourke, 27: Could be a one-out lefty, as he was at the end of last season.
Taylor Rogers, 25: Former starter being converted to reliever.
Randy Rosario, 21: Live arm, but hasn't pitched above Low-A ball.
Dan Runzler, 30: Has thrown 97 miles per hour. Knee injury marred career.
Mike Strong, 27: Afton native claimed off waivers; super longshot to make team.
Aaron Thompson, 29: Has a breaking ball to get lefties out. Has to keep ball down.
