"Before Chris Parmelee reports to spring training for the 2012 season, the Twins are taking steps to work on his fundamentals at first base.

The rookie was an early arrival at Target Field on Wednesday afternoon to get in extra fielding work before the team's night game against Seattle.

In 12 starts since his call-up from Class AA New Britain on Sept. 6, Parmelee had committed only two errors - not bad for a rookie in the midst of a late-season promotion to the majors. Concerns about Justin Morneau's health for next season have created added interest in Parmelee's defensive development.

"He's doing fine, but he has some stuff to work on," manager Ron Gardenhire said. "Some of the routine plays turn into adventure with him right now." "