Gibson was optioned to Triple-A Rochester after Thursday's game, Phil Miller of the Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

This doesn't come as too much of a surprise, as Gibson has been awful to start the year. The 29-year-old notched his fourth loss of the season Thursday after he allowed four runs on eight hits, bringing his ERA to 8.20 on the season. Gibson also held a 16:13 K:BB through his first six starts (26.1 innings). The Twins have yet to announce a corresponding roster move.

Gibson gave up three runs over 5.1 innings with one strikeout and three walks, but got a no-decision in Friday's comeback win over Kansas City.

EDGE Analysis

Gibson has been terrible to start the season as he had a 9.00 ERA and 12:7 K:BB in 17 innings over his first four starts. He wasn't as bad in Friday's outing which should keep him in the rotation awhile longer, but he'll need to improve or could be sent to Triple-A.

Gibson gave up seven runs (six earned) on a home run and eight hits over 2.2 innings in Sunday's loss to Detroit. He fell to 0-3 this season with a 9.00 ERA.

EDGE Analysis

Gibson has been terrible in four starts with five home runs allowed and just a 12:7 K:BB ratio in 17 innings. Gibson will likely remain in the rotation for awhile longer even if he struggles, but his spot in the rotation my not be as secure as prior years with a new front office regime.

Gibson (0-2) allowed three runs on eight hits while walking two and striking out two over 5.1 innings in Monday's 3-1 loss to the Indians.

EDGE Analysis

Gibson will carry a 6.91 ERA into his next start, and the 29-year-old right-hander has a disappointing 9:5 K:BB ratio after three starts. He's allowed at least three runs in each of his three starts to begin the year. Gibson, who is an average pitcher, is also an injury risk after suffering from a sore shoulder in 2016 following Tommy John surgery. Aside from AL-only leagues, there's not a whole lot to like about Gibson.

Gibson (0-1) allowed five runs on four hits and a walk and struck out just a single batter during Wednesday's 5-3 loss to Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

Gibson also struggled in his first outing of the season, so considering he entered the campaign with a career 4.59 ERA and 1.41 WHIP, it appears it will be more of the same from the 29-year-old righty in 2017. It's also difficult to rely on a pitcher that doesn't move the needle in the strikeouts column, as Gibson entered Wednesday's outing with an underwhelming 15.7 career strikeout percentage.

Gibson gave up three runs on five hits (including two home runs) and two walks while striking out five over five innings against the Royals on Thursday. He did not factor in the decision in the Twins' 5-3 win.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander held the Royals scoreless through four but he unraveled late, allowing four hits (three for extra bases) and a walk to the final eight batters he faced. While Gibson will continue to eat innings for the Twins, there's little to get excited about here from a fantasy perspective. His peripherals from a year ago suggest he was only slightly better than his 5.07 ERA would indicate.

Gibson threw six scoreless innings with four strikeouts in Sunday's loss to Boston to lower his spring training ERA to 1.59. Gibson will make a minor league spring start Friday and then start Minnesota's third game of the regular season on April 6, MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gibson altered his delivery in the offseason to help reduce shoulder pain and the new mechanics could point toward a bounceback season after a disappointing 5.07 ERA last year. He has just a 6.1 K/9 this spring, however, as he'll likely need to improve his strikeout rate to make a significant leap this year.

Gibson gave up one run over five innings Thursday to lower his spring training ERA to 2.08. He has a 13:4 K:BB in 17.1 innings.

EDGE Analysis

Gibson altered his delivery in the offseason to help reduce shoulder pain he had last season. So far the results are encouraging as he's set to begin the season as the No. 3 starter.

Gibson has changed his delivery this offseason in hopes of keeping his shoulder healthy this season, Mike Berardino of The Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gibson was sidelined for seven weeks last season with shoulder pain and said he felt "some discomfort" when he started his offseason throwing program. Intent on finding a fix, the 29-year-old turned to a physical trainer who showed him how to pronate properly at the end of his delivery. This motion keeps the humerus from rubbing against connective tissues, providing better longevity throughout the season. Gibson figures to be a large part of the Twins' rotation this season, so the alteration could lend benefits down the homestretch.

Gibson agreed to a one-year, $2.9 million contract with the Twins on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

A lack of alternatives in the Twins' organization is perhaps the best thing working in Gibson's favor entering 2017. He seems secure in the rotation (at least to start the year) despite posting a 5.07 ERA and 1.56 WHIP in 147.1 innings last season. Gibson was done in largely by walks (3.4 BB/9) and home runs (1.22 HR/9).