Overview
- The Twins selected Culpepper’s contract on Friday, Aug. 7, and expected him to be available for the weekend series in Milwaukee.
- Culpepper, a 2024 first-round pick out of Kansas State, dominated Triple-A St. Paul this season with a .271/.367/.478 line, 14 home runs and 17 stolen bases in 74 games.
- Team officials and scouts have long flagged questions about his shortstop range but say Culpepper has shown measurable defensive improvement in recent weeks.
- Culpepper made an immediate impact by homering in his major‑league debut, delivering the type of extra offense the Twins have lacked since the All‑Star break.
- The promotion fits Minnesota’s push to reach the playoffs as it balances developing top prospects such as Walker Jenkins with near-term roster moves after deadline pitching additions.