The Minnesota Twins traded for Michael Fulmer, which was the final addition at the trade deadline. How did the front office fare on this acquisition?

The Twins made a lot of good moves before the Aug. 2 MLB Trade Deadline. They added All-Star closer Jorge López, Tyler Mahle, and Fulmer.

Fulmer’s career started with a bang, winning Rookie of the Year in 2016 as a starter after going 11-7 with an ERA of 3.06. He then went on to make his first and only All-Star appearance the very next season.

Soon thereafter, Fulmer dealt with injuries and was eventually moved to the bullpen. This move seemed to work for the 29-year-old, and this season he’s been one of their better relievers.

He has an ERA of 3.20 and a WHIP of 1.246. Fulmer won’t give up many home runs (0.2 HR/9) and does get a good amount of ground balls (33.6 percent).

He primarily uses his slider and fastball to get hitters out. His FB sits around 94 MPH, so his velocity hasn’t dipped too much since having Tommy John Surgery.

Don’t expect many strikeouts either, and his command could be better. Last year he had a walk rate of 6.7 percent, compared to this season’s 11.8 percent.

Fulmer will be a free agent at the end of this season, and the Twins could try and re-sign him if things work out.

As for what they gave up? Not really much if we’re being honest. Sawyer Gipson-Long had success in the lower levels, but he’s had a tough time in Double-A.

In 10 games for the Cedar Rapids Kernels, he posted an ERA of 1.99. However, in eight games with the Wichita Wind Surge, he’s recorded an ERA of 7.17. At 24 years old, it’s likely he either doesn’t make the big leagues as a starter or ends up becoming a bullpen guy.

Overall, the Twins traded for a good reliever and only gave up one minor league player that was already 24 and struggling in Double-A.

Grade: A