https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/page/203/?d=1enhttps://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/in-the-enclosed-green-field-twins-visit-red-sox-at-2005-trade-deadline-r17240/A man who fiercely loved baseball once called it "our best invention to stay change," so as the seasons turn and change swirls on, let's spend a moment batting it back. In fact, let's spend a bunch. Every year, even before baseball has quite stopped, I start missing it. I know that's silly,...17240Sat, 19 Oct 2024 14:09:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/3-reasons-why-the-twins-are-a-more-attractive-buy-than-the-white-sox-r17235/Two AL Central rivals, the Twins and White Sox, are exploring changes in ownership. Here’s why the Twins are a more attractive buy than their counterparts from the South Side of Chicago. With the 2024 MLB season in the rearview mirror, two iconic AL Central franchises find themselves at a cr...17235Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:09:52 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/what-was-the-point-of-signing-carlos-correa-r17237/If they're not going to make a push now, at this moment, then why did the Twins bother signing Carlos Correa to the biggest contract in franchise history? To say the Pohlad family went out of their comfort zone when they signed Carlos Correa to a $200 million contract in January of 2023 woul...17237Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:35:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/reminder-unless-you-are-on-the-payroll-you-dont-have-to-defend-the-pohlads-r17238/Having self-respect and dignity is important. Yes, even online. There have been many words written in the last week about the stunning announcement that the Twins were for sale. Most of them have been reasonable, clear-eyed assessments of the Pohlad family’s stewardship of the local franchis...17238Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:09:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/the-twins-have-a-first-base-problem-r17224/It’s been how many years since a Twins’ first baseman was a middle-of-the-order bat? I’m just going to cut to the chase: Justin Morneau in 2009. That’s the last time that a Twins’ primary first baseman has been a scary dude in the middle of a lineup. Seriously. Technically, Morneau was...17224Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:23:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/max-keplers-departure-and-the-expected-decline-of-the-twins-outfield-defense-r17234/Max Kepler is headed to free agency, taking with him strong defense in right field. With his imminent departure, are the Twins headed for a defensive decline? As the Minnesota Twins enter the 2025 season, one of the team's most significant offseason questions centers on replacing Max Kepler....17234Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:14:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/breaking-down-the-twins-2024-offense-a-pitch-performance-analysis-r17221/Fans were largely frustrated with the Twins' offensive inconsistency and, especially, their ineptitude over the last month and a half of the season. Let's take a look at how they fared against the four most common pitch types they saw in 2024. I used a search query on Baseball Savant to find...17221Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:13:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/one-nerdy-stat-for-each-twins-diamond-award-winner-r17233/Eight current Twins were named winners of the annual awards, including six for their performances on the field. While there were a few surprises, each of these Twins had something about their season that provided interesting context to their success. Sure, there’s plenty more to the game of...17233Thu, 17 Oct 2024 11:19:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/tin-foil-hat-what-if-the-pohlads-dont-actually-intend-to-sell-the-twins-r17232/With one of the best farm systems in all of baseball, could the 2024 Detroit Tigers be a blueprint for future versions of the Minnesota Twins? Could exploring a sale of the team just be a ploy until the next wave of prospects are ready? Get your tin foil hats on and let’s dive in! Recently,...17232Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:38:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/michael-helman-beating-a-path-to-replacing-kyle-farmer-as-twins-backup-infielder-r17217/The Twins must find ways to replace veteran players from the 2024 roster. One rookie might be the perfect fit to take over Kyler Farmer’s role. Kyle Farmer entered the 2024 season as a valuable utility infielder for the Minnesota Twins, coming off a solid 2023 campaign. The veteran's versati...17217Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:14:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/willi-castro-presents-an-offseason-planning-paradox-for-the-twins-r17230/Named on Tuesday as a Gold Glove finalist, Willi Castro has piled up plenty of accolades and achievements here in 2024.  While the Twins have the ability to retain him next year, it's not necessarily a straightforward decision, and could create internal strife for an organization in flux, t...17230Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:39:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/the-minnesota-twins-should-explore-trading-jhoan-dur%C3%A1n-this-offseason-r17231/As the offseason approaches, the Minnesota Twins face critical decisions about their roster and payroll. One intriguing question looms: should they consider trading one of their most dynamic arms, in closer Jhoan Durán? While his talent is undeniable, the right move could set u...17231Wed, 16 Oct 2024 11:22:01 +0000