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Former Twins Catcher Derek Bender Denies Pitch-Tipping Allegations

2/27/2025

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Derek Bender, the former Minnesota Twins catcher, firmly rejected claims of aiding opponents by tipping pitches during a September game. After his release, the 22-year-old emphasized his innocence, asserting he never meant to assist the rival team. Now under MLB investigation, Bender is set to continue his career with the Brockton Rox in the independent Frontier League.

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Derek Bender, the former Minnesota Twins catcher, firmly rejected claims of aiding opponents by tipping pitches during a September game. After his release, the 22-year-old emphasized his innocence, asserting he never meant to assist the rival team. Now under MLB investigation, Bender is set to continue his career with the Brockton Rox in the independent Frontier League.