Ryan Jeffers is set to carry the Twins’ catching duties more heavily after Christian Vázquez underwent shoulder surgery for an infection, leaving Jeffers to handle the load with Mickey Gasper backing him up on off days. Jeffers has thrived at the plate this season, posting a .315 DH average with an .867 OPS and a career-best 44% hard-hit rate, while his power is down slightly but his walk total is up. Minnesota also activated Matt Wallner from the paternity list, returning him to the lineup, and Baldielli noted Gasper’s capable receiving and calling. A team meeting with Rob Manfred followed ahead of an upcoming game, underscoring a pivotal stretch for the Twins as they navigate a thicker schedule and heavier catching workload for Jeffers.