Swarzak's spot start against the Indians on Sunday didn't go so well - he gave up five runs (three earned) on eight hits and two walks over 4.1 innings, striking out two to get the loss.

Swarzak wasn't exactly pitching for his future role with the Twins - he doesn't profile to be in their rotation next year. But this outing pretty well represents what he brings to the table. He entered the game with a 4.42 ERA and 44:25 K:BB over 77.1 innings.

Swarzak will start for the Twins on Sunday against the Indians, Tyler Mason of Fox Sports North reports.

Swarzak will receive a spot start in the place of Tommy Milone, who is dealing with a neck injury. He didn't fare well in his last outing, allowing six runs over 4.2 innings of work, and now sports a 4.42 ERA over his 48 major league outings.

Swarzak was routed Monday night, allowing six runs in 4.2 innings against the Tigers.

The spot start did not work out for the 29 year old hurler. Swarzak now has a 4.42 ERA in 48 Major League outings�two starts. If he sticks in the rotation he will face the Indians at home this weekend.

Swarzak will start Monday against Detroit, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

He'll make a spot start but could remain in the rotation with Tommy Milone unlikely to return from a neck injury.

Swarzak could start Monday against the Tigers, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Manager Ron Gardenhire said that Swarzak is "the hope" for Monday, with Tommy Milone scratched due to neck issues, but everything will depend on how the bullpen is used this weekend. The 29-year-old Swarzak gave up four homers in 13.1 innings in August but is still sitting with a 3.00 ERA since the All-Star break.

Swarzak (ankle) gave up two runs over 3.1 innings with two strikeouts and no walks in Monday's loss to Kansas City.

It was Swarzak's first outing since suffering a sprained right ankle Tuesday and it didn't appear to be an issue.

Swarzak (ankle) was able to run off the mound to cover first base and was cleared to play Friday, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

When he first sprained his ankle Tuesday it was thought he'd land on the DL, but now it looks like he could be back on the mound shortly.

X-rays on Swarzak's right ankle were returned negative, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Although no structural damage was found in the ankle, Swarzak may still require a DL stint after hurting himself while fielding a ball Tuesday. The Twins will need to clear a roster spot for Ricky Nolasco (elbow) prior to Friday's game.

Swarzak injured his right ankle while fielding a ball Tuesday and is likely to be placed on the DL, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

He sprained his ankle and it was in a walking boot Wednesday. He'll likely be placed on the DL when Ricky Nolasco is activated from the DL and returns to start Friday.

Swarzak could start Thursday at Oakland, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Minnesota's plans for the rotation are in flux for later this week and it's possible Swarzak could get a spot start. He was strong in his last start (1 ER in 5 IP), so he could work his way into a few more starts but the Twins still view him as a long reliever.

Anthony Swarzak was superb in a spot start Wednesday, holding the Indians to one run on two hits and a walk while striking out three in a 3-1 victory.

Swarzak, who was starting in place of Kyle Gibson (back) hadn't thrown more than 52 pitches in an outing this season, but he was able to get his pitch count up to 74 Wednesday. He lowered his ERA for the year to 4.10 with the fine showing. Swarzak will be unavailable for a few days before likely returning to a long relief role, though it's possible he's earned another start if Gibson doesn't recover as hoped.

Twins avoided arbitration with RHP Anthony Swarzak by agreeing to a one-year, $935,000 contract.

Swarzak, who was arbitration-eligible for the first time, can also earn an additional $25,000 if he makes 10 starts. The 28-year-old pitched out of the bullpen exclusively in 2013, posting a 2.91 ERA over 48 appearances.

Anthony Swarzak will be away from the team for the remainder of the weekend as he tends to a family issue.

Swarzak left the team before Friday's contest and is expected to return in time for Monday's game. The 28-year-old righty has pitched well out of the Twins bullpen this season, registering a 3.01 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 68/21 K/BB ratio over 92 2/3 innings.

Twins activated RHP Anthony Swarzak from the 15-day disabled list.

Swarzak fractured two ribs in January and didn't appear in a Grapefruit League game this spring, but he's ready to return to action after appearing in some minor league contests. He'll work the middle innings for the Twins.

Anthony Swarzak (ribs) will have his rehab delayed a couple of days after he had his wisdom teeth removed on Wednesday.

Swarzak fractured two ribs in January during an off-field incident with teammates and didn't appear in a Grapefruit League this spring. However, it shouldn't be long before he's ready to join the Twins' bullpen.

Anthony Swarzak (ribs) will pitch an inning in a minor league game Monday.

Swarzak was placed on the DL Friday, but since he won't be used in Grapefruit League games, he'll be eligible for activation on April 6. It sounds like he'll have a shot to be ready at that time.

Twins placed RHP Anthony Swarzak on the 15-day disabled list with fractured ribs.

Swarzak fractured two ribs in an off-field incident with his teammates. He's throwing off the mound again, though, and should be ready to join the bullpen sometime in April.

Anthony Swarzak (ribs) threw a successful bullpen session Wednesday.

It's his first since he fractured two ribs in an off-field incident with his teammates. "It was good," Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said. "He threw the ball over. That was good. He felt great. He said it felt great to be back on the mound again so that was good." Swarzak will begin the year on the DL, but it sounds like he won't miss too much time.

Anthony Swarzak (ribs) is expected to start the season on the disabled list.

Swarzak has yet to appear in a Grapefruit League game after fracturing two ribs in an off-field incident with his teammates. It's not clear at this point how long he'll be sidelined.

Anthony Swarzak threw a bullpen session Thursday for the first time since fracturing two ribs in January.

Swarzak threw around 40 pitches, though not at full intensity. He's itching to compete for a bullpen spot, but could begin the season on the disabled list.