Twins' Luke Keaschall fractures forearm after HBP

Minnesota Twins rookie Luke Keaschall suffered a nondisplaced fracture in his right forearm after being hit by a pitch during Friday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Keaschall, who had quickly become a key contributor since his recent call-up, was able to run the bases immediately following the incident but was later replaced in the lineup. The team has not provided a specific timeline for his return, though similar injuries typically require a recovery period of several weeks. Keaschall had energized the Twins’ struggling offense, tying a record with five stolen bases in his first five major league games and posting an impressive .368 batting average. His absence represents a significant setback for the Twins, who have been seeking a boost amid a challenging start to the season. Despite the injury, team officials and his manager expressed confidence in his eventual recovery and return to the lineup.