In hopes of a spark after stumbling recently, the Minnesota Twins called up their top 2024 draft pick, Kaelen Culpepper, on Friday. READ MORE: Minnesota Twins CoverageIt was always a matter of when and that time is now. This year at Triple-A St. Paul, he’s slashed .271/.376/.478 with 14 home runs, 46 RBI and 39 walks vs. 64 strikeouts in 74 games. To make room for Culpepper on the 26-man roster, the Twins optioned infielder Tristan Gray to the St. Paul Saints. The Twins also placed starting pitcher Joe Ryan on the 15-day Injured List (retroactive to August 5) with a left glute strain.