Vargas was recalled from Triple-A Rochester on Monday, Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Twins called up Vargas to assume the roster spot of Trevor Plouffe, who was placed on the 15-day DL with a cracked rib. Vargas' power has long been regarded as his best tool, but a poor contact rate has made it difficult to establish himself as a viable lineup option in the big leagues. In addition, Vargas doesn't possess much positional versatility, and with Joe Mauer and Miguel Sano seemingly locked into regular roles at first base and DH, respectively, it may be difficult for the 25-year-old to make a legitimate push for at-bats.