Reports: Twins release minor-leaguer for helping opposition

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Derek Bender is no longer a part of the Minnesota Twins' organization after the minor league catcher reportedly told batters on the opposing team what pitches were coming.

According to reports from ESPN and The Athletic on Thursday, Bender was released from the low Class-A Fort Myers Mighty Mussels after aiding hitters for the Lakeland Flying Tigers on Sept. 6.

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