https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/page/194/?d=1enhttps://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/three-risks-of-moving-griffin-jax-into-a-starting-role-r17427/Multiple MLB relievers have switched back to a starting role in recent years. Griffin Jax is a candidate to do this for the Twins, but the potential move comes with inherent risks. The Twins face an intriguing offseason decision regarding Griffin Jax. A bullpen mainstay in recent years, Jax...17427Sat, 30 Nov 2024 12:58:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/four-minnesota-twins-stats-to-be-thankful-for-r17431/‘Tis the season of gratitude and reflection. Let’s look back at four statistics from the 2024 Minnesota Twins season that we should be thankful for. In a year headlined by the Pohlads' frugality, broadcasting issues, and a historic collapse, we often need the reminder that the Twins were a p...17431Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:25:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/would-this-non-tendered-pitcher-be-a-good-fit-for-the-minnesota-twins-r17430/With the Minnesota Twins likely shopping in the scratch-and-dent aisle of the free agent market once again this offseason, it’ll be important for them to look for value in unexpected places. Could southpaw starting pitcher Patrick Sandoval end up with the Twins after the Angels non-tendered him?...17430Wed, 27 Nov 2024 15:30:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/projecting-minnesota-twins-2025-starting-rotation-after-arbitration-decisions-r17424/Minnesota’s starting rotation projects to be one of the team’s strengths, with a combination of established veterans and young pitchers with upside. Did their decisions at last week's tender deadline change any of that? The Minnesota Twins tendered contracts to all 11 arbitration-eligible pl...17424Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:09:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/matt-braun-and-cody-schoenmann-revisit-their-pre-season-awards-predictions-r17428/Come see the good, the bad, the dreadful, and the one correct pick between the two.  American League Awards Predictions: AL MVP (Winner - Aaron Judge) Matt’s Choice: Julio Rodríguez I tried to let my pattern-seeking brain work some magic with this pick. Rodríguez finished 7th in the...17428Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:10:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-rays-swap-dates-for-2025-holiday-series-r17426/In what could yet be the most important Twins trade all offseason, the team announced they’re swapping more than just players with the Rays. There’s a new-school adage in baseball: don’t trade with the Tampa Bay Rays. They routinely fleece teams and, as a developmental powerhouse, make a liv...17426Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:10:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/this-intriguing-washington-nationals-utility-player-could-mend-twins-infield-depth-concerns-r17421/Veteran Kyle Farmer signing with the Colorado Rockies leaves the Twins' infield depth sparse. Could this former divisional foe be a more cost-effective, higher-ceiling replacement? On Saturday, veteran infielder Kyle Farmer signed a one-year, $3.25 million deal with the Colorado Rockies. Des...17421Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:09:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/derek-falveys-offseason-trade-history-might-be-better-than-you-think-r17409/The Twins have been pretty successful trading prospects for established big leaguers over the offseason under Derek Falvey. If you disagree, I invite you to read the list and then tell me I'm wrong. You know what, I’m tired of writing these intros. This is my seventh full trade review over t...17409Sun, 24 Nov 2024 15:14:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-bullpen-depth-survives-non-tender-deadline-relief-questions-persist-r17416/Despite some speculation that Michael Tonkin or Justin Topa might be non-tendered, the Minnesota Twins are set to retain all of their arbitration-eligible players. With that decision solidified, let’s take a look at the current state of the Twins bullpen.   Projected Opening Day Bullpen...17416Sun, 24 Nov 2024 12:08:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/johan-santana-and-joe-nathan-a-second-shot-at-cooperstown-in-2025-r17411/Johan Santana and Joe Nathan were two of the best pitchers of their era. Now, they have a second chance at redemption with the potential to be enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.    Next December, two of the greatest Minnesota Twins players of the 21st century, Johan Santan...17411Sat, 23 Nov 2024 16:31:20 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/have-the-twins-been-successful-getting-creative-in-trades-r17408/The Twins' front office doesn't have much payroll space to work with. If they want to add, they have to get creative. Let's review every big-leaguer-for-big-leaguer trade Derek Falvey has ever made. As we look ahead to another “exciting Twins offseason,” it’s become increasingly apparent tha...17408Sat, 23 Nov 2024 15:20:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/lew-ford-could-this-be-the-end-of-baseballs-ageless-wonder-r17398/Lew Ford might be among the few baseball players who defeated Father Time. Unfortunately, his playing days might have finally come to an end despite playing baseball into his mid-40s. For years, Lew Ford has been the embodiment of a baseball lifer. Once a staple in the Minnesota Twins' outfi...17398Sat, 23 Nov 2024 12:13:01 +0000