Palm Desert graduate, is the ninth player to ever play in a Major League game after attending a desert high school

The Twins have called up right-hander Travis Adams, who will make his MLB debut as their bulk pitcher in Saturday's game against the Rays at Target Field. Lefty reliever Kody Funderburk has been optioned back to Triple-A St. Paul to make room on the roster.

Travis Adams, pitcher with the St. Paul Saints, has been recalled by the Minnesota Twins. Adams has appeared in 19 games for the Saints this season, going 3-2 with a 3.68 ERA, tallying 20 walks, 58 strikeouts and a 1.23 WHIP.