Live updates

Spring storm brings rain and wind Tuesday into Wednesday

Twins' Cuddyer says he will need knee surgery

Minneapolis (AP)

Share

Austin Jackson, Michael Cuddyer
Detroit Tigers' Austin Jackson, right, beats the tag attempt by Minnesota Twins first baseman Michael Cuddyer as he reaches first base safely on a throwing error by J.J. Hardy in the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, in Minneapolis.
Jim Mone/ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minnesota Twins outfielder Michael Cuddyer says he will need arthroscopic surgery on his right knee this offseason.

Cuddyer says his knee has bothered him all season, but it was nothing that he couldn't play through. He only missed five games all season while filling in for the injured Justin Morneau at first base.

Cuddyer hit .271 with 14 homers and 81 RBIs for the Twins, who packed up their lockers on Monday after a three-game playoff sweep by the New York Yankees. He didn't mention the injury during the season and said it didn't affect his play on the field.

Cuddyer's home run total is the lowest he's had in a full season since 2005.

(Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)

Gallery

Create a More Connected Minnesota

MPR News is your trusted resource for the news you need. With your support, MPR News brings accessible, courageous journalism and authentic conversation to everyone - free of paywalls and barriers. Your gift makes a difference.

Providing Support for MPR.
Learn More
Program ScheduleStation Directory