Minnesota Twins pitcher Pablo López throws a pitch to an Athletics batter during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall)

Twins right-hander Pablo López expected to miss 8 to 12 weeks because of a strained shoulder

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo López is expected to be sidelined 8 to 12 weeks because of a strained shoulder.

The Twins said Wednesday that López has a Grade 2 strain of the teres major muscle.

Lopez was the winning pitcher Tuesday night in a 10-3 victory over the Athletics, allowing two runs on four hits in five innings before leaving because of the shoulder problem.

The 29-year-old from Venezuela is 5-3 with a 2.82 ERA in 11 starts this season.

Minnesota Twins pitcher Pablo López throws a pitch to an Athletics batter during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall)

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