The Twins have discussed a plan to use Kyle Gibson as a reliever this season before moving him to the starting rotation.
It was reported earlier this offseason that the Twins plan to limit Gibson to between 130-140 innings as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery, so the move would allow the 25-year-old right-hander to get to the big leagues as soon as possible. Twins GM Terry Ryan indicated that they may use Gibson similar to how the Braves used Kris Medlen last season, where he began the year in the bullpen, and then transitioned to the rotation after the all-star break.
It was reported earlier this offseason that the Twins plan to limit Gibson to between 130-140 innings as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery, so the move would allow the 25-year-old right-hander to get to the big leagues as soon as possible. Twins GM Terry Ryan indicated that they may use Gibson similar to how the Braves used Kris Medlen last season, where he began the year in the bullpen, and then transitioned to the rotation after the all-star break.
