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Andrew Morris has never taken the conventional road, and that is part of what makes his climb through the Minnesota Twins system so compelling. Now, that journey is intersecting with opportunity, as the Twins have turned to Morris to help fill the void left by the injured Cody Laweryson.
A fourth-round pick in the 2022 Draft, Morris has steadily worked his way from relative obscurity into a legitimate big league option, even if the journey has come with a few bumps along the way.
Morris started his college career at Division II Colorado Mesa, spending three years in the starting rotation before transferring to Texas Tech. Once there, he took on a prominent role as the Red Raiders' Friday night starter, putting himself firmly on the draft radar. In 88 1/3 innings, he posted a 4.58 ERA with a 1.22 WHIP and 9.3 K/0.
The Twins saw enough to make him a fourth-round selection, and Morris quickly began validating that decision. His early professional seasons showed steady growth, but it was his 2024 campaign that truly put him on the map.
Breakout in 2024
After showing moderate success in his first full professional season, Morris broke through in a big way during 2024. He opened the year at High-A and climbed all the way to Triple-A by the end of the season.
Across three levels, he posted a 2.37 ERA and finished with an effective seven-start stint at Triple-A (3.48 ERA with a 1.13 WHIP) . Overall, he posted a 24.5 K% with a 5.9 BB% while holding batters to a .219 BA. That performance positioned him as one of the more intriguing pitching depth options in the organization and put him on the doorstep of a big-league debut.
A Setback and Response in 2025
The momentum from 2024 did not carry over cleanly into 2025. Morris opened the season with St. Paul and initially looked solid, but things began to unravel in late May as he started getting hit harder. In June, he landed on the injured list with a forearm strain, an injury that always raises concern for pitchers. He missed roughly six weeks, halting what had already become a challenging season.
To his credit, Morris returned in mid-August and finished strong. Down the stretch, he posted a 3.45 ERA with a 29-to-4 strikeout to walk ratio in 31 1/3 innings. It was a reminder of his ability to adapt and compete, even in the face of adversity.
A Deep Pitch Mix
Morris does not rely on overpowering hitters, even though he has the velocity to suggest he could. His four-seam fastball sat in the 95 to 96 mph range last year and touched 99 mph, featuring decent vertical break. It generated a high chase rate of 40 percent, though it was also hit harder than expected.
What sets Morris apart is the depth of his arsenal. He incorporates a two-seamer more frequently against right-handed hitters and added a 90-mph cutter to give hitters a different look. A late addition of a sweeper has helped increase his swing-and-miss ability, while he continues to mix in a mid-70s curveball and an upper-80s changeup.
With an essentially kitchen-sink approach, Morris leans on sequencing and pitchability. He throws strikes consistently, though at times it's more control than true command, which leads to contact.
Projection and Role
At 6 feet, Morris does not offer much remaining projection physically, but his polish gives him a realistic path forward. He pounds the strike zone with a six-pitch mix, limits home runs, and generates weak contact more than empty swings.
That profile points toward an innings eater with some mid-rotation upside, though many evaluators see a back-end starter as the most likely outcome. There is also a case to be made for a multi-inning relief role, especially given how effectively he can mix pitches in shorter bursts.
Even with the step backward last season, his strong finish reinforced that he remains a legitimate pitching prospect. He’s ready to contribute to the Twins in 2026, whether that comes as rotation depth or in a flexible pitching role. For an organization that continues to rely on internal arms, Morris represents a steady and versatile option who has earned the opportunity to prove himself at the highest level.
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