The Twins optioned Astudillo to Triple-A Rochester on Saturday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.
To make room for the returning Logan Morrison (hip), Astudillo will head back to Rochester. The 26-year-old thrives on making contact but failed to make a big dent in his 19 major-league plate appearances (.263/.263/.368), though he'll return to build on his .290/.321/.489 Triple-A line which was complemented by seven homers and six stolen bases in 188 plate appearances. Astudillo's defensive versatility (catcher, second base, third base, outfield) will keep him on Minnesota's list of shuttle riders this season should another spot open up.