The Minnesota Twins have placed right-hander Mick Abel on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation, a move made retroactive to Friday. The 24-year-old pitcher, acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies last year's trade deadline for closer Jhoan Duran, had been showing promising form with a 3.98 ERA in four appearances.

Abel's recent performance included a career-high 10 strikeouts over seven innings in a 6-0 victory against Boston, part of a 14-inning scoreless streak. The Twins announced they will make a corresponding roster move before Tuesday night's game against the New York Mets. This injury comes as a setback for a pitcher who had been establishing himself in the rotation.

The loss of Abel represents a significant blow to Minnesota's pitching depth. His 3.98 ERA and recent scoreless streak suggested he was finding his footing in the major leagues. The Twins will need to adjust their rotation plans while Abel recovers, potentially impacting their pitching strategy for the upcoming series against the Mets.