Spencer Steer got a chance to break into Cincinnati's lineup, first at third base and then in left field, while Twins infielders Edouard Julien and Royce Lewis have thrived after being promoted.
Gophers coach P.J. Fleck welcomed two of his former leaders back into the fold after each got a taste of the NFL as undrafted free agents.
"You cannot skip failing," Gophers coach P.J. Fleck said. "I'm not talking about spring-game failing. I'm talking about live game reps. Failing is the only way you grow."
The boys Enzo and Nino were born on Sunday night in Minnesota as Rocco Baldelli takes some time away from his team as it nears an American League Central clinch.
Vikings running back Alexander Mattison wanted to bring hate out into the light where others could see it. "None of this was for attention. ... It was to bring awareness," he said.
