https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/page/726/?d=1enhttps://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/httptwinsdailycom-minnesota-twins-newsmiller-twins-likely-out-on-donaldson-so-whats-the-plan-now-r8796/Star-Tribune Twins beat writer Phil Miller is reporting that the Minnesota Twins are “pessimistic” about their chances of signing free agent third baseman Josh Donaldson. It was reported Friday night that Donaldson, a former American League MVP, had given his price to the remaining suitors, believ...8796Sun, 05 Jan 2020 04:03:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/twins-front-office-testing-fate-in-waiting-r8793/Make no mistake, as good as the Twins front office has been, they are absolute wordsmiths. Having walked back their original plan this offseason, they are now facing a situation where they could be shut out of necessary roster additions. With only final touches remaining, it’s time to get serious...8793Sat, 04 Jan 2020 19:00:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/gleeman-amp-the-geek-ep-460-hill-and-bailey-and-donaldson-r8794/Aaron and John talk about the Josh Donaldson end game, what the rotation plan looks like after signing Rich Hill and Homer Bailey, year-end podcast numbers, the Twins' newest outside-the-box hire, going out for a birthday meal. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, iHear...8794Sat, 04 Jan 2020 18:59:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/4-logical-trades-that-would-improve-the-twins39-rotation-r8792/The Twins will probably need an ace to make a World Series run in 2020. José Berríos may have another level, and Jake Odorizzi was excellent in 2019, but this team clearly craves a frontline dueler. Here are four players and deals that could make that happen: 1. Minnesota Twins receive: LHP Matth...8792Sat, 04 Jan 2020 03:00:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/who-hits-leadoff-for-the-minnesota-twins-in-2020-r8785/In 2019 the Twins used a variety of hitters who each brought a slightly different approach to the plate. Today we will take a look at a group of five batters who have varying levels of experience as leadoff hitters, but all have a case to start things off in 2020. When considering what makes a go...8785Fri, 03 Jan 2020 22:00:51 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/can-lewis-thorpe-translate-whiffs-into-results-r8791/With two starting pitchers now in the mix who will not be available until well after the season starts, it's increasingly likely the Twins will open with at least one young internal option in the rotation. Among MLB-ready arms, Lewis Thorpe might be most intriguing. He's presently a decent conten...8791Fri, 03 Jan 2020 05:27:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/bailey-upgrades-a-familiar-twins-face-r8788/When the Twins first dipped into free agency this offseason, Thad Levine noted that the roster needed stabilization. The starting rotation was losing four-fifths of the arms, and reunions with Jake Odorizzi and Michael Pineda became a priority. Although Kyle Gibson wasn’t retained, the front offic...8788Fri, 03 Jan 2020 03:00:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/how-did-the-jason-castro-deal-fare-r8790/The day was Nov. 30, 2016 and it was the day that everything changed. By “everything” I of course mean the Twins’ catching situation which, naturally, is the only thing that matters. On that day, Jason Castro was inked to a three-year deal worth $24 million and it remains the biggest free agent co...8790Fri, 03 Jan 2020 02:10:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/is-homer-bailey-the-next-martin-perez-r8786/For a few glorious weeks, it appeared the Twins had struck gold with Martin Perez, an under-the-radar free agent signing that initially seemed to validate the front office's questionable rotation gamble. Then, it all fell apart. Newly signed right-hander Homer Bailey is a similar specimen in many...8786Thu, 02 Jan 2020 02:51:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/the-remaining-options-after-josh-donaldson-r8784/The Twins seem to be going all in on Josh Donaldson after missing out on the premiere free agent starters. As the New Year begins, it looks like the Donaldson bidding war will end soon. He could end up in Minnesota, but it is likely he goes elsewhere. What’s next if the Twins miss out? Mitch More...8784Wed, 01 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/could-a-josh-bell-trade-become-a-viable-josh-donaldson-alternative-r8783/The hope still has to be the Minnesota Twins can sign Josh Donaldson. In the event that things go south there, the other Josh, Pirates first baseman Josh Bell could become a good target to acquire via trade. We are all still hoping that the Minnesota Twins reported four-year offer to Josh Donalds...8783Wed, 01 Jan 2020 19:30:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/minnesota-twins-news/twins/a-decade-of-greener-grass-ahead-for-twins-r8777/Recently Nick Nelson outlined some highlights that have taken place in Twins Territory over the course of the past 10 years. Now, on the last night of this decade, it’s time to place a proverbial bow and look ahead through some logically rose- colored glasses. Over the last decade Minnesota compi...8777Wed, 01 Jan 2020 03:00:00 +0000