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Bailey Ober, added to Minnesota's 40-man roster a few days ago, is set to become the latest in a long line of Twins pitchers that are really, really tall.

It's a running fascination that traces back through several different front office configurations. Let's explore the recent history of towering Twins hurlers.

For years you’ve wanted to go to the Diamond Awards. This year, they’re coming to you. They’re also free. Check that – they’re free AND you get stuff, just for registering. But you need to register soon.

The Minnesota Twins’ Diamond Awards are going virtual, and everyone is invited. The event is Wednesday, December 9th at 7:00 PM. Last year tickets cost $150, but this year you’ll watch your favorite Twins’ players get their awards, bid on the silent auction and receive your very own viewing guide complete with a Bombo Mocktail Recipe absolutely free.

There are certainly high expectations when a player is taken second overall in the MLB Draft. This is the case with Byron Buxton as he was considered the best prospect in baseball for multiple seasons. Things aren’t as shiny now that he has played multiple big-league seasons. Injuries have been part of his professional career so how can the Twins find the right balance while keeping Buxton in a Twins uniform in the years to come.

Extensions can be tough especially for players that have grown and developed in one organization. There is a connection between the player, the team, and the fans. When the Twins drafted Jose Berrios, there was an emotional moment as he was surrounded by many of the people that helped to make his dream a reality. Now he is heading for a life-changing contract that may or may not be coming from the Minnesota Twins.

After a record setting 2019, the Twins were +2500 to win the 2020 World Series, just a 3.8% chance. Exactly a year later, after an underwhelming 2020, they’re at +1400 (6.6% chance) to win in 2021. What can history tell us about the movement of these odds as players move around the league? Does it matter who the Twins sign from a betting perspective?

In recent years, the Twins have done a good job of locking up multiple parts of their young core. Jorge Polanco, Max Kepler, and Miguel Sano will all be in a Twins uniform for at least the next two years with multiple options that can be exercised. With an eye to the future, here is one other player Minnesota can look to extend this winter.

The Land of 10,000 Lakes has a rich history of cultivating homegrown talent in the sport of baseball. Hear the authentic stories of those who grew up in Minnesota and have had the chance to fulfill the childhood dream of wearing a Twins jersey.

At 8:00 pm central time on Monday night, join us for a special Twins Spotlight. We are going to talk about former Twins outfielder Torii Hunter with three people with a great relationships with the Twins Hall of Famer.

The discussion will be live on the Twins Daily social media platforms, Twitter, Facebook or YouTube pages.

We've spent the past several weeks previewing the Twins offseason, and breaking down different decisions that lie ahead in a series of live-streamed videos.

Below, you can find them all in one place.

Aaron and John discuss the likelihood of Minnesota Twins re-signing Nelson Cruz, free agent options if they can't, and the implications of the St. Paul Saints becoming the Twins' AAA team. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.

Tonight at 7:00 (central time), Seth will be chatting with one of the newest members of the Twins 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Bailey Ober on an episode of Twins Spotlight.

The discussion will be live on the Twins Daily social media platforms, Twitter, Facebook or YouTube pages.

Now that the deadline for teams to add players to their 40-man rosters in order to protect them from the Rule 5 Draft has passed, the next significant date on the MLB offseason calendar is Dec. 2’s non-tender deadline. Are we sure it’s a slam dunk that Eddie Rosario won’t be on the 2021 Twins?