The Twins announced Sunday that third baseman Royce Lewis has been placed on the injured list, retroactive to June 14, due to a hamstring strain. Outfielder DaShawn Keirsey Jr. has been recalled from Triple-A to take his roster spot.

Swept in Houston, the Twins have lost five of their last six series and are 10-15 overall since the 13-game winning streak ended.

Mickey Gasper has been among the best hitters in the minor leagues this year, hitting .344 with a 1.106 OPS as he torments Triple-A pitchers. But when the Twins needed a player to replace Royce