Mickey Gasper is battling for a roster spot with the Minnesota Twins, focusing on letting his performance speak for itself rather than getting caught up in speculation. With injuries to players like Royce Lewis and Brooks Lee, the team has openings to fill. The Twins' manager Rocco Baldelli indicated that the final roster decisions will be made close to Opening Day, showcasing the competitiveness among players like Gasper and Rule 5 selection Eiberson Castellano, who must remain on the major league roster all season or be exposed to waivers.

Injuries have created opportunities for others, but Castellano's walk rate raises concerns as he competes for a position. The Twins are evaluating multiple candidates for the final roster spots, with Gasper, Edouard Julien, and DaShawn Keirsey Jr. among those in contention. As the Twins prepare for the start of the season, roster decisions will be critical in setting the tone for their 2023 campaign.