September has wreaked havoc on Devin Smeltzers routine. Hes still preparing as if hell pitch every fifth day, but much like every other Twins reliever who can provide length, that hasnt been the case.

Smeltzer has been on call for most of the month as the Twins figure out how to successfully cover each inning down the stretch. Hes pitched in relief once and started another game over the previous 19 days.

On Friday night, Smeltzer will likely follow starter Randy Dobnak for the Twins against the Kansas City Royals. How much ground Dobnak will cover is unknown. Smeltzer last pitched in Game 1 of Saturdays doubleheader in Cleveland and produced three scoreless innings.

The only aspects currently in Smeltzers control are his preparation and mindset when he takes the mound. While hes always handled the physical part of his routine well, this offseason Smeltzer discovered a better way to regulate his energy level via...

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'The best me': How meditation helps Devin Smeltzer lock in on the mound - The Athletic