"Smith performed well in Spring Training with Washington, tossing 5 1/3 scoreless frames with a 35.0% strikeout rate. The right-hander was vying for a spot in a Nats bullpen lacking proven arms."
"The Twins sent out every notable member of their bullpen at the 2025 trade deadline. Jhoan Duran, Griffin Jax, Louis Varland, Brock Stewart, and Danny Coulombe all found new homes."
"Smith got off to a strong start, recording a pair of saves with a career-best 29.1% strikeout rate, but went down with an elbow sprain in July 2024."
Smith, a 32-year-old reliever, has joined the Twins on a minor league deal after being released by the Nationals. He had a successful Spring Training, allowing no runs and achieving a 35.0% strikeout rate. Smith has a history with the Mets, where he recorded career highs in innings and appearances in 2023. After suffering an elbow injury and undergoing Tommy John surgery, the Mets declined his club option for 2026. The Twins' bullpen is in need of depth, particularly with a right-handed option like Smith.
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