Fans eager to see infield prospect Brian Dozier are about to get their wish.
The Twins will select the contract of one of their top prospects in time for the opening of a three-game series against the Angels at Target Field. Dozier went 1-for-4 on Saturday for Class AAA Rochester and is batting .276. He will take the place of Justin Morneau, who will be placed on the 15-day disabled list because of tendinitis in his left wrist.
The Twins also will call up lefthander Scott Diamond, who is 4-1 with a 2.60 ERA for the Red Wings The Twins have not announced the corresponding roster move on Monday, but it's expected to be righthander Liam Hendriks.
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