Twins minimize prospect after he allegedly advised opposing batters pitches that had been coming: report

Derek Bender was a standout catcher at Coastal Carolina as he hit 32 residence runs and batted .326 for the Chanticleers in three collegiate seasons.

The Minnesota Twins chosen Bender within the sixth spherical of the MLB Draft again in July, and he acquired his begin enjoying within the Florida State League for the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels. However after 19 video games, his time within the Twins’ farm system reportedly got here to an finish.

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Derek Bender of Bourne reacts after making a catch on a Hyannis fly ball. (Ron Schloerb/Cape Cod Instances / USA At this time Community)

Bender was minimize after it was found that he advised opposing batters the varieties of pitches that had been coming to the plate final week in a sport that ended his crew’s playoff hopes, ESPN reported.

The loss got here by the hands of the Lakeland Flying Tigers final week. Bender reportedly advised batters the precise pitches that had been coming to the plate. Lakeland scored 4 runs within the second inning and received the sport 6-0.

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Might 31, 2024; Clemson, SC: Coastal Carolina junior Derek Bender (53) is congratulated by senior Corey Zientek (20) for scoring through the high of the second inning towards Vanderbilt through the NCAA Clemson Regional baseball sport at Doug Kingsmore Stadium.  (Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports activities)

Bender reportedly advised teammates that he needed the season to be over, and he spent the crew’s last two video games of the season within the bullpen.

The Twins and his company declined to remark, in accordance with ESPN.

Derek Bender of Bourne celebrates after scoring their fourth run towards Orleans on successful by Sam Peterson. (Ron Schloerb/Cape Cod Instances / USA At this time Community)

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Bender hung out at catcher and first base through the season. He appeared in 19 video games and hit .200 with two residence runs.

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