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Ervin Santana Injury: Updates on Twins SP's Back and Return

Minnesota Twins pitcher Ervin Santana's solid start to this season has hit a speed bump due to a back injury.

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Santana to Miss Sunday Start

Saturday, April 23

Per LaVelle E. Neal III of the Star-Tribune, Santana has been scratched from his start on Sunday due to a stiff back.

Neal noted that right-hander Tyler Duffey will be recalled from Triple-A to start in Santana's place against the Washington Nationals. The 25-year-old made 10 starts for the Twins last year with a 3.