https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/page/19/?d=1enhttps://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/tc-bear-elected-mayor-of-owatonna-r17333/Fearsome man/beast hybrid to split time between mayoral, Twins duties In a stunning result on Tuesday night, Twins mascot TC Bear was elected mayor of Owatonna, Minn. “I’m grateful to the people of Owatonna for putting their trust in me,” said Bear. “I look forward to rolling up my slee...17333Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:15:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/out-of-control-twins-fan-recalls-time-he-muttered-nice-catch%E2%80%A6not-at-opposition-r17303/'I was more animal than man...it's something I deal with every day.' The 2024 World Series ended Wednesday, with the Los Angeles Dodgers taking Game 5 from the New York Yankees, 7-6. While the Bronx Bombers were clearly outplayed, they managed to provide the Series’s most infamous moment, wh...17303Fri, 01 Nov 2024 12:20:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/the-haunting-of-thad-levine-a-twins-daily-halloween-investigation-r17293/Many questions rose to the surface when it was announced that the Twins’ general manager would not be returning in 2025. Twins Daily asked their best paranormal investigators to seek answers on location at Target Field. They weren’t available, so they sent Sweet Lou instead. These are his f...17293Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:04:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/local-dallas-cowboys-fan-cant-wait-for-world-series-r17270/‘I’ve been a lifelong fan of both teams, no cap. Can’t wait for Game 1,” he said, adjusting his Duke Blue Devils hat. A New York-Los Angeles World Series may cause a collective groan for baseball fans in flyover country, but for Beckett Kelly, it’s a dream come true. Kelly, a 24-year-old sen...17270Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:21:03 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/5-fictional-billionaires-that-would-make-great-twins-owners-r17215/After it was announced that the Pohlad family would explore a trade of the Minnesota Twins, many wasted time by naming the first (only?) three real billionaires that they knew off the top of their head as potential buyers.  Sweet Lou wasted his time coming up with five fake ones. Come waste...17215Sun, 13 Oct 2024 11:19:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/new-twins-streaming-package-includes-complimentary-gary-gaetti-tier-r17204/The premium offering allows fans to welcome the Twins legend into their home. The long-awaited resolution to the Minnesota Twins’ television drama arrived earlier this week, with Major League Baseball taking over the broadcast rights for the 2025 season. Included in this was the much-anticip...17204Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:14:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/pohlads-considering-new-tactics-for-payroll-questions-r17173/When asked if a straight answer to the payroll question would be considered, the source laughed so hard he coughed up blood. Today marks the one-week anniversary of the Minnesota Twins’ official elimination from 2024 playoff contention. It also marks a turning point in ownership’s response t...17173Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:19:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/not-wanting-to-be-outdone-joe-mauer-trying-to-be-twins-next-owner-r17163/The Hall of Fame catcher does not want to share the spotlight with his longtime positional rival, Buster Posey, who was just named the President of Baseball Operations with the San Francisco Giants. After being inducted into the Hall of Fame in July, Joe Mauer thought he had it all. He’s an...17163Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:16:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/twins-to-celebrate-potential-playoff-berth-with-warm-case-of-busch-light-draft-r17126/With the employee discount and manufacturer’s rebate, the total outlay for this fiscally responsible celebration is $10.99. With the season in the balance, the Minnesota Twins are hoping to avert an all-time collapse and slip back into one of the final two Wild Card slots this weekend. And w...17126Fri, 27 Sep 2024 12:14:02 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/twins-doing-just-fine-in-financial-prudence-standings-pohlads-pleased-r17075/"Like smart baseball fans, we have our eyes on the prize: Further payroll cuts to maximize profits." NASSAU--With a battered team struggling to regain its mojo and a fanbase in full panic mode, it’s fair to assume that Twins ownership might be stressed, too. You’d assume wrong. “Th...17075Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:17:18 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/time-running-out-to-mock-belittle-white-sox-fans-r17028/There are two weeks left in the season. Focus on landing your cheap shots and unsubtle jabs before Game 162. While it’s important to monitor the Twins’ efforts to escape their worst slump of the season, hold on to their Wild Card spot, and hopefully be healthy enough to matter in the playoff...17028Fri, 13 Sep 2024 12:19:01 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/just-for-fun/twins-want-christian-v%C3%A1zquezs-newborn-infant-son-to-learn-how-to-play-second-base-just-in-case-r17019/Though he's merely days old, the Twins are hoping to maximize little Diland’s defensive versatility as the club tries to get back on track before the postseason. It’s well-known that the Twins aren’t afraid to rely on young talent, even when in the thick of a playoff hunt. But this newest de...17019Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:48:02 +0000