Edouard Julien
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May 5 2025The Twins optioned Julien to Triple-A St. Paul on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien has been unable to find his footing this season, slashing only .198/.288/.319 across 104 plate appearances. With both Royce Lewis (hamstring) and Willi Castro (oblique) retuning from the 10-day injured list, Julien's playing time was set to drop significantly, so he'll head to St. Paul where he can see regular reps.
May 4 2025Julien is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Southpaw Garrett Crochet is taking the hill for Boston, so Julien will remain on the bench for a second straight game. Brooks Lee will cover second base while Julien sits.
May 3 2025Julien isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien will get a chance to regroup Saturday after going 2-for-16 with a home run and five strikeouts over his last five games. His absence will put Kody Clemens at second base.
Apr 30 2025Julien is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game in Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It marks the first time since April 7 that Julien is not in the lineup against a right-hander. Kody Clemens will be at second base and Mickey Gasper will handle designated-hitter duties Wednesday as the Twins take on righty Luis. L. Ortiz.
Apr 15 2025Julien will start at second base and bat leadoff in Tuesday's contest against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It marks the third straight game that Julien has batted leadoff and the eighth game in a row that he's been in the lineup. Previous leadoff man Matt Wallner is hitting third for the Twins on Tuesday.
Apr 13 2025Julien went 1-for-4 with a home run in Sunday's victory over the Tigers. He started at second base and hit leadoff. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien has been improving at the plate and gaining more playing time in the last week. He's hitting .380 (8-for-21) with a home run over his last eight games. He could stay in the leadoff role against right-handed pitching if he stays hot.
Apr 10 2025Julien started at DH and went 1-for-3 with a double and walk in Thursday's 3-2 loss against Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien is starting to show some life at the plate, as he's 3-for-10 with a walk in his last three games. He's hitting just .214 with a .576 OPS in 11 games. He has a chance to win regular playing time at DH and 2B with the rest of the lineup struggling, but his window of opportunity may be small with Brooks Lee (back) likely to return from the injured list soon.
Apr 7 2025Julien is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed-hitting Julien had started in each of the Twins' last five games -- all against right-handed pitchers -- but he went just 3-for-14 with one walk against four strikeouts during that span. Julien will head to the bench Monday even as the Royals send a right-hander (Michael Lorenzen) to the mound, opening up a starting spot in the infield for Jose Miranda.
Apr 1 2025Julien will start at designated hitter and bat eighth in Tuesday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the first start of the season for Julien, who has been limited in the early going due to an illness. He did receive three plate appearances off the bench in Monday's loss to the White Sox, going hitless.
Mar 31 2025Julien (illness) went 0-for-3 in Monday's loss to the White Sox. He entered as a pitch hitter and defensive replacement in the fourth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien had appeared in only one game as a defensive replacement before Monday due to an illness. He played second base and then later moved to shortstop in a blowout loss - the first time he's appeared at shortstop in his career. Julien looked set to get playing time against right-handed pitching, but hasn't had a start this season although the illness may have been a factor.
Mar 27 2025Julien is absent from the lineup for Thursday's game in St. Louis, Bobby Nightengale of The Minnesota Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cardinals are starting a righty in Sonny Gray, but the left-handed hitting Julien finds himself on the bench for the opener. The Twins are going with Willi Castro at second base, Trevor Larnach in the designated-hitter spot and Harrison Bader in left field.
Mar 24 2025Julien has unofficially won a spot on Minnesota's 26-man roster to begin the season with Austin Martin optioned to Triple-A, the Minnesota Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien was on the roster bubble, but will make the team with both Royce Lewis and Brooks Lee set to begin the season on the injured list. Julien could get playing time at second base and DH early in the season against right-handed pitching.
Mar 10 2025Julien appears to likely to win a spot on the major league roster even with Brooks Lee having a strong spring, Matthew Leach of MLB.com reports. Julien is hitting .273 (6-for-22) with a home run and three walks in eight games this spring. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien is competing with Lee for the starting second base job with Willi Castro also likely to get time at the position. Julien could also get time at first base as well. Julien has struggled in the field this spring (2 errors at 2B, 1 at 1B), however. At this point it's still not clear what the Twins plan to do at second base, but Julien remains in the mix to win a roster spot and could still find playing time against right-handed pitching.
Feb 23 2025Julien is battling Brooks Lee for the starting second base job this spring with Willi Castro also likely to get time at the position, Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. He started at second base in his spring debut Sunday and went 1-for-3. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien was thought to be a possible platoon partner at first base earlier in the winter, but Minnesota's signing of Ty France likely limits him to second base for any starting job. Julien's role is in flux as he could win the second base job, platoon at first base (or DH or 2B) or even begin the season in the minors. Julien displayed a mix of exceptional plate discipline and power in 2023 with a .381 OBP and .195 ISO, but he struggled with a .615 OPS last season and spent much of the year in the minors.
Sep 27 2024Julien is absent from the lineup for Friday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's lefty Cade Povich on the mound for the Orioles, but Julien hardly played lately regardless of the handedness of the opposing pitcher, starting just one of the last nine contests. Ryan Jeffers will be the Twins' designated hitter and will bat seventh.
Sep 18 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien looks like he could be moving out of the strong-side platoon role at second base that he's held since receiving a call-up from Triple-A St. Paul in mid-August. He'll hit the bench for the third time in four games Wednesday, with two of those absences coming against right-handed pitchers.
Sep 16 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Julien will remain on the bench for a second straight game, this time against a lefty (Matthew Boyd) after he was out of the lineup against Reds righty Rhett Lowder on Sunday. Julien should still see the bulk of the starts at second base until Max Kepler (knee) returns from the injured list, at which point super-utility man Willi Castro may see fewer opportunities in the outfield and instead find a home at the keystone.
Sep 15 2024Julien is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien will begin Sunday's game in the dugout after going 0-for-7 with three strikeouts over the first two games of the series. Kyle Farmer will start at second base and bat eighth against Cincinnati right-hander Rhett Lowder.
Sep 9 2024Julien is absent from Monday's lineup against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Halos sending southpaw Reid Detmers to the mound Monday, the lefty-hitting Julien will retreat to the dugout. Kyle Farmer will start at second base and bat sixth.
Sep 5 2024Julien went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer in Thursday's 4-3 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien took Taj Bradley deep in the second inning for his eighth home run of the season and his first since April 25. Julien's blast snapped a 54-game homerless streak, which was the longest of his career entering today. Since his most recent call-up in the middle of August, the 25-year-old is hitting .282 over 19 games, but his playing time is too inconsistent to trust in fantasy lineups.
Aug 28 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Julien will bow out of the starting nine while Atlanta sends a tough southpaw (Chris Sale) to the hill. Platoon mate Kyle Farmer will fill in for Julien at the keystone.
Aug 26 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Monday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Julien had started in each of the last four games at second base, but he'll head to the bench Monday while Atlanta sends southpaw Max Fried to the hill. Julien could be at risk of losing out on his large-side platoon role and may even be demoted to Triple-A St. Paul at some point during the upcoming week, as fellow infielder Brooks Lee (bicep/shoulder) looks to be nearing a return from the 10-day injured list.
Aug 21 2024Julien went 4-for-5 with a double and three runs in Wednesday's 11-4 victory against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien entered Wednesday having collected just two hits over 10 at-bats since returning from the minors Aug. 15. He doubled that hit total in the rout over the Padres, notching his first four-hit game since August of last year. He's gaining some traction in the Twins' lineup, starting four of the team's past six games with Brooks Lee on the injured list due to a shoulder injury.
Aug 15 2024The Twins recalled Julien from Triple-A St. Paul on Thursday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien's presence as a second-base option could allow Willi Castro to play some in center field while Byron Buxton (hip) is sidelined. The 25-year-old Julien has slashed .204/.311/.354 with seven home runs and six stolen bases over 63 contests at the major-league level this season.
Jul 27 2024The Twins optioned Julien to Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The loss of Carlos Correa (heel) prompted Julien's promotion from Triple-A last Saturday, and he'll now return to the minors as Jose Miranda (back) returns from the injured list. During his latest stint with the Twins, Julien went 2-for-12 with eight strikeouts over five games. He's had an easier time at St. Paul, posting a .780 OPS through 165 plate appearances on the year, though he still has yet to find the same offensive groove that he enjoyed in 2023.
Jul 22 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Following his promotion from Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday, Julien started at second base for both games of the Twins' series with the Brewers, going 1-for-4 with a pair of walks. Though he should have a regular spot in the lineup against right-handed pitching while the Twins are without Royce Lewis (groin) and Carlos Correa (heel), the lefty-hitting Julien will likely sit frequently against left-handers. Julien will cede the keystone to Brooks Lee on Monday while the Twins take on southpaw Ranger Suarez.
Jul 20 2024Julien was recalled from Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. He'll bat ninth and play second base against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Carlos Correa (foot) placed on the injured list, the Twins had a significant need for middle infield depth, and opted to bring Julien up to the big-league roster. The 25-year-old has 194 plate appearances with Minnesota this season, slashing .207/.309/.367 with seven home runs and six stolen bases.
Jun 3 2024The Twins optioned Julien to Triple-A St. Paul on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien put up a 132 OPS+ last season as a rookie and opened the 2024 campaign as the Twins' leadoff man against right-handed pitching. While he started off with an .830 OPS in April this season, he posted a .482 OPS with a 36.5 percent strikeout rate since May 1. Julien could regain a regular role with Minnesota later this season, but he'll head to St. Paul for now as he looks to get back on track. Willi Castro will likely take over as the Twins' primary second baseman, with Kyle Farmer being mixed in against lefties.
Jun 2 2024Julien had a meeting with manager Rocco Baldelli and subsequently met with teammates after Sunday's win over the Astros, which could indicate the second baseman is headed to Triple-A St. Paul as Royce Lewis (quadriceps) is set to return from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, Dan Hayes of The Athleticreports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien hit out of the No. 9 hole Sunday and went 0-for-2 with a walk, which dropped his season slash line to .207/.309/.367 through 58 games. The 25-year-old has a 34 percent strikeout rate this year, and the return of Lewis provides an opportunity for Julien to get back on track in a lower-pressure environment. The Twins have yet to make an official announcement regarding Lewis and who he'll replace on the MLB roster.
Jun 1 2024Julien is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's matchup with the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien will head to the bench as Minnesota takes on southpaw Framber Valdez. Kyle Farmer will draw the start at second base and bat seventh versus Houston.
May 30 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Thursday's contest being a day game after a night game, manager Rocco Baldelli will give rest to several key regulars. Along with Julien, Alex Kirilloff, Max Kepler and Trevor Larnach will rest as the Twins open up room in the lineup for reserves Kyle Farmer, Carlos Santana, Manuel Margot and Christian Vazquez.
May 28 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As usual, Julien will give way to Kyle Farmer at second base with a left-handed pitcher on the mound. Julien has just three hits in his last 27 at-bats and could start losing work against RHP if his struggles persist.
May 26 2024Julien went 0-for-2 in Sunday's loss to the Rangers. He was moved down to eighth in the lineup against a right-handed starter amid a 1-for-25 slump that has lowered his batting average to .199 and his OPS to .674. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien also has just one walk over his last eight games as well as his struggles since the end of April have accelerated. He was hitting just .147 with a .418 OPS over his last 24 games before Sunday. Moving him down in the order from his usual leadoff spot against right-handed pitchers is a sign of his recent troubles. His slump has lasted long enough that he may start to lose playing time and it's not out of the question that he could face a trip to the minors to get him back on track .
May 21 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien will yield to Kyle Farmer at second base with lefty Patrick Corbin on the mound for the Nationals. Julien is 0-for-12 with five strikeouts since Wednesday.
May 18 2024Julien isn't in the Twins' lineup Saturday versus Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With lefty Logan Allen set to take the mound for the Guardians, Julien and his career .545 OPS against southpaws will stay put in Minnesota's dugout. Kyle Farmer will get the nod to start at second base instead and bat eighth.
May 14 2024Julien is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With left-handed Carlos Rodon toeing the rubber for the Yankees, the lefty-swinging Julien will yield to Kyle Farmer at second base. Julien has made just two starts versus southpaws this season.
May 12 2024Julien went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien led the game off with a single and added another base knock in the top of the eighth, stealing second base and scoring on an RBI double by Max Kepler in the frame. The stolen base was his fifth of the season and third over the last four games. Julien is now batting .224 with seven home runs, 15 RBI, 21 runs scored and five stolen bases over 125 at-bats in 40 games this year.
May 11 2024Julien went 2-for-4 with a walk, a run scored and a stolen base in Saturday's 10-8 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old Canadian put together a solid performance in Toronto as the Twins' leadoff hitter. The multi-hit performance was Julien's first since April 27, snapping a slump that had seen him hit just .097 (3-for-31) over the prior 12 games, while the steal was his fourth of the season, establishing a new career high after he swiped three in 109 games last year as a rookie.
May 10 2024Julien is not a starter for Friday's matchup against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-batting infielder infielder will get a break as southpaw Yusei Kikuchi takes the mound for Toronto. Kyle Farmer will start at second base and bat seventh in place of Julien.
May 3 2024Julien went 1-for-2 with two RBI, two walks and a stolen base in Friday's win over Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien was stuck in an 0-for-11 drought since his last hit April 27. The lefty slugger drove in a run with a third-inning single before drawing a bases-loaded walk in the seventh. He's now slashing .222/.342/.485 with 14 RBI and two stolen bases through 31 appearances.
Apr 29 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins are facing a lefty for the fourth time in the last six games and Julien has been out of the lineup on all four occasions. Kyle Farmer will handle second base in Julien's place.
Apr 28 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Julien will retreat to the bench with southpaw Reid Detmers on the hill for the Angels. Kyle Farmer will step in for Julien at second base.
Apr 25 2024Julien went 2-for-4 with two homers, two RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien has shown good power early in the season with seven home runs and a .513 SLG. He's hitting just .213, however, as he needs to reduce his 33.3% K% and make more contact.
Apr 24 2024Julien is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Julien will retreat to the bench Wednesday while southpaw Garrett Crochet takes the bump for Chicago. Kyle Farmer will step in for Julien at second base and will bat eighth.
Apr 22 2024Julien went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double, two runs scored and two RBI in Monday's win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julien doubled in a run during the fourth inning before capping off the 7-0 victory with a solo shot in the seventh. He was stuck in a 3-for-24 skid over his previous seven games since his last long ball April 13. Julien continues to flash his power potential with five home runs and eight extra-base hits through 81 plate appearances. However, his inconsistency has led to a .211/.300/.465 slash line.