Joe Mauer is scheduled to make his professional debut in right field Thursday night, with the Twins facing lineup issues as they open a four-game series against the Yankees.
Luke Hughes went to the wrong gate and missed his flight on his way back from Class AAA Rochester.
With Matt Tolbert, Michael Cuddyer and Denard Span injured, and with Jason Kubel tending to a family matter, the Twins needed Trevor Plouffe to play second base, and there was no one else available, besides Mauer, to play the outfield.
Span lands on DL
Span was placed on the DL with migraine symptoms, clearing a roster spot for Luke Hughes.
Cuddyer's MRI exam showed a herniation in his neck. He was given an epidural and the Twins will see if he can play in the next day or two. If not, outfielder Joe Benson could be promoted from Class AA New Britain.
Kubel is expected to return to the team on Friday.
No biggie, it's only the Yankees