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Brian Duensing

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  • Height: 5-11
  • Weight: lbs
  • Born: Feb 22, 1983

  • Debut: April 10, 2009

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October 10, 2009

Brian Duensing will is available to pitch out of the bullpen for Sunday's Game 3 against New York, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

The rookie lefty was rocked for five earned runs over 4.2 innings in his start in Game 1. Skipper Ron Gardenhire noted the Duensing would likely be the first arm out of the pen if Sunday's starter Carl Pavano struggles. Scott Baker and Nick Blackburn would start the next games if Minnesota can extend the series.

October 7, 2009

Brian Duensing was a grave disappointment in Wednesday's 7-2 loss in Game 1 of the ALDS at New York, as he was tagged for five earned runs on seven hits over 4.2 innings. He had one walk and three strikeouts.

Our View:

Duensing held a nice 3.64 ERA during the regular season, but the rookie struggled on the big stage at Yankee Stadium tonight.

October 6, 2009

Should the Twins win their one-game playoff with the Tigers on Tuesday, Brian Duensing will start the first game of their divisional series with the Yankees on Wednesday, according to LaVelle E. Neal III of the Minneapolis Star-Tribune.

Our View:

Duensing going up against CC Sabathia is what you might call a mismatch, but with the way the Twins have been playing lately - and the way the Yankees have disappointed in the playoffs lately - anything is possible.

September 29, 2009

Brian Duensing was roughed up for five earned runs on seven hits over 4.2 innings in Tuesday's 6-5 loss at Detroit in the second game of their doubleheader. He had three walks with three strikeouts.

Our View:

The rookie fell off track after going 3-0 over his previous three starts. He still has a nice ERA at 3.69.

September 23, 2009

Brian Duensing gave up four runs (three earned) on nine hits over 5.2 innings in Wednesday's 8-6 win at Chicago. He had one walk with one strikeout.

Our View:

Duensing did not have a solid performance, but the Twins scored plenty of runs for him to improve his record to 5-1. The rookie earned a win in each of his last three starts, and did not allow any runs over his previous two.

September 18, 2009

Brian Duensing only issued four hits over 6.1 innings in Friday's 3-0 win over the Tigers at the Metrodome. He had one walk and one strikeout.

Our View:

Duensing improved to 4-1 with a 3.22 ERA following his dynamic performance. The rookie allowed two or less earned runs in five of his last six starts.

September 13, 2009

Brian Duensing shut out the A's for seven innings on Sunday, en route to his third win of the season. He scattered eight hits and three walks in the 8-0 win and fanned six Oakland hitters.

Our View:

The rookie has been fantastic since joining the Twins rotation on August 22nd. He has allowed three runs or less in every start he's made this season and is looking like he'll be a rotation staple next season as well.

September 8, 2009

Brian Duensing gave up three earned runs on six hits over five innings in Tuesday's 6-3 loss at Toronto. He had two walks with two strikeouts.

Our View:

The Twins were leading 3-0 when Duensing exited, so he ends the night with a no-decision rather than a loss. Duensing allowed two or less earned runs in each of his previous three starts, and should continue to pitch well for Minnesota.

September 2, 2009

Brian Duensing baffled the White Sox on Wednesday, allowing no runs while striking out seven in seven innings, but ended up taking a no-decision, as usually untouchable closer Joe Nathan gave up four ninth inning runs in a 4-2 Chicago win.

Our View:

Duensing has now gone seven innings two straight starts, allowing just one run for a 0.64 ERA. He could be worth spot-starting his next time out (tentatively against the Blue Jays on Monday).

August 28, 2009

Brian Duensing looked more like Johan Santana on Friday night. He held a potent Texas lineup to just one run on three hits and a walk over seven innings, while striking out eight. The 3-2 victory gave him his second win of the season.

Our View:

Since joining the Twins rotation he has allowed just three runs in 12 innings over two starts. He has fanned 11 over that stretch and if he keeps it up he'll be a worthy option in AL-only leagues.

August 18, 2009

Brian Duensing is slated to start Saturday's game at Kansas City, according to MLBblogs.com.

Our View:

The Twins would like to use a lefty in that game, and the rookie would be worth a look for AL-only leagues with a favorable match-up against the Royals. He is replacing the injured Francisco Liriano in the rotation.

July 29, 2009

Brian Duensing allowed two earned runs on three hits over five innings in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the division rival White Sox at the Metrodome. He had one walk and two strikeouts.

Our View:

The rookie pitched well in his first career start, but took a no-decision rather than a win as the game was tied 2-2 when he exited. He was making a spot-start in place of the ailing Francisco Liriano.

July 2, 2009

According to the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, the Twins have recalled left-hander Brian Duensing from Triple-A Rochester.

Our View:

Despite making the team out of spring training, Duensing was sent down after allowing two runs in his only appearance of the season. He was 4-6 with a 4.66 ERA in Triple-A and will head to the bullpen when he joins the Twins. He has no fantasy value.

April 15, 2009

According to MLB.com, the Twins have optioned Brian Duensing to Triple-A Rochester to make room for Scott Baker, who is coming off of the disabled list today.

Our View:

No real fantasy impact for Duensing, but it was a necessary move for the Twins to get Baker back in the rotation.

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