Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Orlando Arcia, a 2021 World Series champion with the Braves, has been called up to the Minnesota Twins after a dominant Triple-A performance. After struggling in 2025 with a .202 average and 33 wRC+ across 214 plate appearances with Atlanta and Colorado, Arcia has turned his career around at Triple-A St. Paul in 2026. Through 39 games, he is slashing .318/.376/.556 (.954 OPS) with 8 home runs and 10 doubles, posting a 140 wRC+ in the International League. The Twins signed him to a minor league deal in January and have now promoted him to fill an infield opening created by Royce Lewis's demotion.
Strengths
- + Dominant Triple-A performance (.318/.376/.556 with 140 wRC+)
- + Veteran experience with World Series championship pedigree
- + Strong power resurgence (8 HR in 39 games)
- + Excellent on-base percentage (.376) showing improved plate discipline
- + Filling a clear roster need with Lewis's demotion
- + Career turnaround after worst offensive season in 2025
Weaknesses
- - Historically poor 2025 season (.202 average, 33 wRC+)
- - Bounced between two teams (Braves and Rockies) in 2025
- - Triple-A success may not fully translate to MLB level
- - Hitter-friendly International League environment inflates stats
- - Age and injury history concerns for sustained performance
About
Orlando Arcia is a shortstop for the Minnesota Twins.
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Recent News
Bryan Abreu was called on for the final out in a 2-1 win over the Twins on Tuesday.
May 19, 2026
Twins Option Royce Lewis, Select Orlando Arcia, Designate Justin Topa
May 19, 2026
Twins Option Royce Lewis, Select Orlando Arcia
May 19, 2026
Twins designated RHP Justin Topa for assignment.
May 19, 2026
Twins Option Royce Lewis, Select Orlando Arcia, Designate Justin Topa
May 19, 2026