The Minnesota Twins have designated pitcher Boof Bonser for assignment.  The move was made to make room for pitcher Carl Pavano who accepted Minnesota’s offer of arbitration.  Minnesota has 10 days to trade, release or outright Bonser to the minors.

Bonser missed the 2009 season due to shoulder surgery during Spring Training.  He has a 18-25 record and a 5.12 ERA in 96 games with Twins.  Bonser made $450,000 in 2009 while sitting out.