Top Minnesota Twins Prospect Royce Lewis Returns to Lineup Thursday

Lewis Has Been Out Since May with a Hamstring Injury

Royce Lewis, the Minnesota Twins' top prospect, is set to return to the lineup on Thursday after missing the last two months with a hamstring injury. Lewis, who is considered one of the best prospects in baseball, was hitting .314 with four home runs and 12 RBIs in 37 games before he got hurt.

Lewis is a Key Piece of the Twins' Future

Lewis is a shortstop who is expected to be the Twins' everyday shortstop for years to come. He is a gifted hitter with good speed and fielding skills. Lewis was the first overall pick in the 2017 MLB draft, and he has quickly risen through the Twins' minor league system.

The Twins Are Hoping Lewis Can Help Them Make a Playoff Push

The Twins are currently in third place in the AL Central, 3.5 games behind the first-place Cleveland Guardians. The Twins are hoping that Lewis can help them make a push for the playoffs. Lewis is a talented player who can make a difference in the lineup, and his return is a big boost for the Twins.

Here are some additional details about Lewis' injury and return:

• Lewis suffered a hamstring injury on May 25th while running the bases.
• Lewis rehabbed the injury at the Twins' minor league complex in Fort Myers, Florida.
• Lewis played in a few rehab games with the Triple-A St. Paul Saints before being activated.
• Lewis is expected to bat leadoff and play shortstop in his return to the Twins' lineup.

The Twins are excited to have Lewis back in the lineup, and they are hoping that he can help them make a run at the playoffs.