https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/page/475/?d=1enhttps://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/brewers-6-twins-3-winder-struggles-and-offense-damp-in-series-opening-loss-r12666/The Twins dropped the opener of their two game series against the Brewers 6-3. Josh Winder struggled, the offense had little to offer, and three rain delays piled on the misery. Box Score Starting Pitcher: Josh Winder 5.0 IP, 4 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 2 BB, 2 SO, 2 HR (85 pitches, 55 strikes) Hom...12666Wed, 13 Jul 2022 04:59:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/dual-mock-draft-r12658/The latest mock featured here is a dual mock draft done by Jamie Cameron and me. We alternated back and forth of the Top 30 selections on this upcoming weekend's draft. Note: We completed this mock draft about week ago and would probably do it differently today. 1.) Orioles - Druw Jone...12658Tue, 12 Jul 2022 23:00:13 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/3-options-for-josh-winder-in-the-second-half-r12661/Josh Winder has been successful in multiple roles for the Twins this season. How can his role continue to evolve in the second half? Minnesota’s pitching staff will need an upgrade for the stretch run. Some injured players are scheduled to return, but the team can also be creative with curr...12661Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-daily-draft-preview-kevin-parada-r12655/Kevin Parada had one of the great seasons from a college catcher in 2022. Could he fall to the Twins at number eight overall?   As we continue to profile players the Twins might select at number eight overall on July 17th we look at Kevin Parada, a catcher from Georgia Tech who had a se...12655Tue, 12 Jul 2022 14:00:09 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/has-tyler-duffey-turned-a-corner-for-the-twins-r12660/The date was June 12 and the opponent was Tampa Bay. Tyler Duffey entered a game for the Minnesota Twins tasked with pitching the 8th inning of a 5-0 game. As he had done multiple times before, Duffey served up a dinger and it appeared as though there was no end in sight to his freefall. Maybe n...12660Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:20:07 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/series-preview-brewers-starters-look-vulnerable-r12659/Two teams sit atop respective central divisions, both composed of a patchwork of superstars and key role players. With familiar faces and up-and-coming all-stars, it's a fun series for fans to familiarize themselves with players both home and away.  Few things were nearly unanimous in the pr...12659Mon, 11 Jul 2022 23:42:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-tidbit-luis-arraez-is-a-hitting-savant-from-any-count-r12653/Luis Arraez has been named to his first All-Star team, so it seems appropriate to reflect on what makes him such a dynamic hitter. What differentiates him from the rest of the Twins lineup?     The above chart shows Arraez's on-base percentage (as well as the on-base percentage of...12653Mon, 11 Jul 2022 19:00:10 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/3-controllable-relievers-to-target-in-trade-r12652/We’ve heard about the relief rentals, who will likely be available at the August 2nd deadline. What if the Twins change their ways and shoot for a controllable reliever or someone under control beyond 2022? Here are three who make sense. RHP Dennis Santana, Texas Rangers Dennis Santana, 26...12652Mon, 11 Jul 2022 16:00:09 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-daily-draft-preview-termarr-johnson-r12647/It might be wishful thinking, hoping that Termarr Johnson falls to the Twins at #8. But if he did, would it be possible to pass on a player that Baseball America says is, "one of the most advanced pure hitters to come out of high school since... Joe Mauer"? I think not.   Who Is He...12647Mon, 11 Jul 2022 14:00:13 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/2022-twins-10-round-mock-draft-r12646/The Twins-only 10-round Mock Draft was a late addition to the 2022 Plan. During my first run covering the draft at TwinsDaily, it was an annual staple. It was always fun and looking back sparked some good memories.   The inaugural Twins-mock was posted in 2014. Nick Gordon (Round 1) and...12646Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:00:10 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-week-review-pitching-gray-smeltzer/In the first full week following the abrupt departure of their pitching coach, the Minnesota Twins saw their pitching results spiral in a nearly staff-wide implosion, with leads repeatedly evaporating.  The result was another unfulfilling .500 week that felt like it should have been much mo...12651Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:02:48 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-6-rangers-5-twins-avoid-sweep-in-texas-snap-losing-streak-r12649/The Twins found a way to win their last of three against the Rangers in Texas Sunday afternoon. What could have ended as a sweep and the Twins first four-game losing streak of the season turned into a win thanks to home runs, errors, and some luck.  Box Score SP: Dylan Bundy 5 IP, 6 H, 4...12649Sun, 10 Jul 2022 22:15:00 +0000