Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer went 1-for-4 with an RBI double to drive in his team's lone run in an 8-1 loss to the Texas Rangers on Friday. Mauer missed almost a month with a concussion but has returned as the team's leadoff batter. On the season, Mauer is hitting .269 with a .731 OPS, one homer, 22 runs, and 12 RBI. Mauer doesn't have much power anymore but he still gets on base frequently. He could score a lot of runs hitting atop the Twins lineup if he remains there.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer is back atop the lineup on Thursday to face the Boston Red Sox. The veteran sat on Wednesday against the lefty David Price, but with Rick Porcello on the mound, Mauer is back in his leadoff spot. Bobby [...]

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday. Mauer appears to just be getting a day of rest after recently returning to action following a concussion. The veteran infielder was activated from the 10-day disabled list on June 15 and has three hits in 15 at-bats since. Logan Morrison is shifting from designated hitter to first base to cover for Mauer on Wednesday. Mauer is hitting .275 with one homer, 22 runs, and 11 RBI in 42 games this season.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Miguel Sano has officially been optioned to Class-A Fort Myers. The move comes after a season of struggles for Sano, who was batting .203 before the demotion occurred. Fantasy owners who either drafted him or picked him up off the waiver have to be scratching their heads, considering Sano was an All-Star last year. His demotion, along with Jake Cave's move to Triple-A Rochester, makes room for Joe Mauer's (concussion) return from injury. Owners should keep an eye on[...]

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) is aiming to be activated on Friday in Cleveland. Mauer played in his first rehab game on Tuesday with Triple-A Rochester. He is expected to play first base for Rochester on Wednesday. Mauer is hoping to be ready for Friday's contest against the Indians if his concussion symptoms stay away. Mauer is not much of an asset in fantasy leagues. He could be worth a look in the deepest of leagues.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) went 0-for-3 on Tuesday in his first rehab game with Triple-A Rochester. The veteran served as Rochester's designated hitter on Tuesday and is expected to play a full nine innings at first base on Wednesday. Mauer has been on the disabled list since mid-May with a concussion but should be nearing activation. The former AL MVP is batting .283 with one homer, 18 runs, and 11 RBI in 38 games.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) is heading to Scranton to begin a rehab assignment. Mauer has been on the disabled list since mid-May with a concussion but appears to be ready for live action. There is not a definite timetable for how long he will be on the rehab assignment but it is likely that Mauer will be back with the Twins by the end of the week. Mauer's return to first base will allow Logan Morrison to resume his role as the team's primary designated hitter.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) does not appear to be close to a return to action. Mauer has been working out on the field before games but according to a report, activation or a rehab stint does not sound imminent. Mauer has been on the disabled list since mid-May and had symptoms return last week. He has since ramped up his activity but his return date is still unclear. The veteran first baseman is batting .283 in 38 games this season.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) reportedly isn't close to being cleared for game action. Sadly, Mauer's concussion symptoms returned last week, but he resumed workouts this week without any issues yet. The Twins have not announced a timetable for Mauer and he'll still need to go on a rehab assignment before returning to the Twins. Fantasy owners can go ahead and drop Mauer for another bat. He doesn't have enough upside through holding onto through the injury.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) is getting closer to returning to the field. Mauer has been sidelined since mid-May with a concussion but has ramped up his activity on the field of late. He has been fielding grounders and taking batting practice over the past week and the Twins are considering sending Mauer on a rehab assignment so he can get his timing back. Mauer is batting .283 with one homer, 11 RBI, and 18 runs this season.