Minnesota Twins pitcher David Festa had a whirlwind debut in the majors, but he is looking forward to savoring his second start against the Detroit Tigers. Festa, a 24-year-old right-hander, reflected on his chaotic debut against the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he secured a 13-6 win before quickly heading to Seattle.
Unlike his debut on the road, Festa’s upcoming start against the Tigers will be at home in Minneapolis, where he has been living for several months while playing for Triple-A St. Paul. The familiarity of staying in the same apartment has been a relief for Festa, as he navigates the transition to the big leagues.
The Twins are seeking back-to-back wins against the Tigers after a 5-3 victory in the series opener, with standout performances from Manuel Margot, Carlos Correa, and Royce Lewis, who left the game due to left groin tightness. Lewis, who has faced various injuries in his career, expressed uncertainty about his condition, hinting at potentially bad news.
On the Tigers’ side, manager A.J. Hinch is adjusting his pitching rotation due to an injury to veteran right-hander Jack Flaherty, who will miss at least one start to address back pain. Keider Montero will take Flaherty’s place on the mound, looking to improve on his previous outings this season.
As Festa prepares to take the mound for the Twins, he brings a 1-0 record and a 9.00 ERA from his debut game. Prior to his promotion, he showed promise with a 3.77 ERA in 14 starts for St. Paul, indicating his potential as a young pitcher in the Twins’ rotation.
In the series opener, Tigers’ hitters Justyn-Henry Malloy and Ryan Kreidler showcased their power with home runs, setting the stage for an exciting matchup in the upcoming games. Both teams will be looking to secure victories and build momentum as the season progresses, making each game a crucial opportunity to shine on the field.
