Twins’ Joe Mauer to play with Rochester Red Wings this week

Minnesota Twins great Joe Mauer is set to begin a rehab assignment with the Rochester Red Wings on Tuesday, according to Twins manager Paul Molitor.

The former American League MVP is scheduled to be the designated hitter on Tuesday and play first base on Wednesday with Rochester, barring any setbacks.

Mauer, 35, was placed on the 10-day disabled list on May 19 with a cervical neck strain and concussion-like symptoms.

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Joe Mauer, who has been out since May 18 with concussion-like symptoms, will begin a rehab assignment with the @RocRedWings on Tuesday:https://t.co/fK7nZJORVT

— Bally Sports North (@BallySportsNOR) June 10, 2018