Reed gave up five runs, including a grand slam, while retiring just one batter in Monday's spring training loss to Baltimore. He threw one pitch at 91 miles per hour, but otherwise sat between 89-90 mph - below his 91 mph average fastball from last season, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

He likely just had an off day early in the spring as he works off the rust, but watch his progress this spring. Still, Reed's average fastball velocity declined sharply to 90.9 mph in 2018 from 92.3 mph in 2017. He'll vie for a setup role again and it's not hard to envision a scenario where he figures into the closer mix if his velocity returns.

Reed (personal) made his first appearance since Sept. 19 in Wednesday's 11-4 win over the Tigers. He covered an inning in relief, working around a pair of hits to turn in a scoreless frame.

EDGE Analysis

Reed left the Twins ahead of last weekend to witness the birth of his child. After taking the maximum three days away from the team to be with his wife and newborn, Reed rejoined the Twins on Tuesday and could make another relief appearance or two during the club's remaining five contests of 2018.

Reed isn't expected to travel with the Twins to Oakland ahead of their three-game series with the Athletics this weekend while he awaits the birth of his child, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reed was available out of the bullpen during the Twins' 8-2 win over the Tigers on Wednesday, tossing a perfect eighth inning to lower his season ERA to 4.58. With the Twins set to head west, Reed will instead go back to Ohio with his wife due to give birth Thursday. It's likely that Reed will be placed on the paternity list for the maximum three games before rejoining the Twins on Sept. 25 for the start of their season-ending homestand.

Reed (elbow) was reinstated from the 10-day disabled list prior to Monday's game against Cleveland, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reed has been on the shelf since July 11 due to right triceps tightness but is back in Minnesota's bullpen after appearing in a pair of minor-league rehab outings this past weekend. Look for him to return to high-leverage spots upon his arrival.

Reed (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Rochester on Friday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Instead of returning to the big-league bullpen this weekend, Reed will require a pair of appearances with Rochester in order to prove his elbow can handle the work. The plan is for him to pitch Friday and Sunday, after which he should be activated from the 10-day DL.

Reed's (elbow) bullpen session was a success Tuesday and he should come off the disabled list in the next day or two, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

It would make sense if the Twins didn't activate Reed until Thursday, as they may want to give him a day of rest after this bullpen session. He should slot back in as a setup man in the Twins' bullpen.

Reed (elbow) will face live hitting during a batting practice session Tuesday, Phil Miller of the Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reed is expected to throw 20-to-25 pitches during this session, which will be the first time he's faced hitters since facing Kansas City on July 10. If he passes this test without any problems, Reed may be able to avoid a rehab stint and rejoin the club during its seven-game road trip in Toronto and Boston this week.

Reed (elbow) tossed a bullpen session Friday and will likely throw another prior to Sunday's game, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

This marked the first time Reed was able to get some mound work in since landing on the DL with right triceps tightness July 11. If all goes well Sunday, Reed could return to the fold next week, though it hasn't been determined if he will require a rehab stint.

Reed (elbow) will play catch Sunday, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reed landed on the disabled list with an elbow impingement Wednesday, although it's good to see that he's continuing baseball activities while on the shelf. Manager Paul Molitor stated Reed could require a few bullpen sessions before making a return. He'll be eligible to come off the DL starting July 21against Kansas City.

The results of Reed's (elbow) MRI revealed no structural damage, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is positive news for the 29-year-old right-hander, who was placed on the 10-day disabled list earlier Wednesday. There isn't a clear timetable for Reed's return, but he appears to have avoided a significant injury.