Twins already banged up heading into Opening Day vs. Royals

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As the Minnesota Twins open their American League Central title defense against the host Kansas City Royals on Thursday afternoon, the club is already dealing with an injury-depleted bullpen.

Closer Jhoan Duran (right oblique strain), lefty Caleb Thielbar (left hamstring strain) and right-handerJustin Topa (left knee tendinitis) will begin the year on the injured list.