https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/page/1023/?d=1enhttps://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/torii-hunter-signing-is-hard-to-figure-r3229/Hunter was a fixture -- THE fixture, really -- in Minnesota's run of AL Central dominance from 2002 through 2006, when they won four division titles in five years. He has continued to produce at a consistently excellent level since leaving in '07. There's no denying that he's had a fantastic care...3229Wed, 03 Dec 2014 03:11:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/torii-hunter-is-returning-to-the-twins-r3228/The Minnesota Twins have apparently agreed to terms with 39-year-old outfielder Torii Hunter on a one-year contract. The outfielder was the Twins #1 draft pick in 1993 and made his debut with the Twins in 1997. He stayed with the Twins until he became a free agent after the 2007 season. He signed...3228Wed, 03 Dec 2014 01:49:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/time-to-cash-in-for-jay-bruce-r3221/The Reds are in a precarious position after a disappointing 2014 season that saw them finish 76-86, their worst season since 2008. Injuries could be pointed to as a reason for their ineffectiveness and failure to live up to expectations, but that is an excuse used for many teams across baseball ea...3221Wed, 03 Dec 2014 01:08:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/the-case-for-jim-quotkittyquot-kaat-r3227/Kaat signed with the Washington Senators as an 18-year-old in 1957. He made his big league debut late in the 1959 season as a 20-year-old. His first full season in the big leagues was 1961, when the Senators moved north and west to Minnesota and became the Twins. He pitched for the Twins until the...3227Tue, 02 Dec 2014 13:05:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/hangout-and-talk-twins-prospect-handbook-r3225/The handbook features a lot of stories and bios, come back to Twins Daily for more information about purchasing your own book, or books for friends and family who love the Twins, soon. Last night's show can be watched here: .Miss an episode? Download on iTunes or listen on Libsyn.3225Mon, 01 Dec 2014 16:29:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/arbitration-who-stays-who-goes-r3224/They already made their call on one of those players, when they announced last week that they had outrighted right-hander Anthony Swarzak from the 40-man roster, effectively making him a free agent. I always felt that Swarzak was somewhat undervalued, because although he was unspectacular, he was...3224Mon, 01 Dec 2014 03:37:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/who-says-no-trevor-plouffe-edition-r3223/As Thanksgiving approaches, Twins third baseman Trevor Plouffe has to be quite thankful. In the last week, two third baseman have signed contracts for at least $95 million. Kyle Seager got $100 million to buy out all three arbitration years and four years of free agency. Pablo Sandoval left the Gi...3223Thu, 27 Nov 2014 06:50:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/who-says-no-brian-dozier-edition-r3222/Clearly there is some money to spend in baseball right now. National TV revenues are crazy, so the players should cash in. That said, teams still need to make sound business decisions. The Kyle Seager 7-year, $100 million contract got me thinking. He is arbitration eligible for the first time this...3222Wed, 26 Nov 2014 15:58:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/no-juice-podcast-31-baseball-things33-r3220/Other topics include the Vikings loss to the Packers, the Gophers upsetting Nebraska in Lincoln and finding a place to watch the Big Ten title game (send your suggestions to @NoJuicePodcast). Listen below, on iTunes or on Stitcher: NO JUICE PODCAST, EPISODE #31: BASEBALL THINGS!3220Tue, 25 Nov 2014 14:24:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/14001-r3219/That's not an easy question to answer, and as someone who writes more than he takes action, I'm a little worried that I can't do much. After all, baseball writing focuses on providing clear and concise answers to clear and concise questions. Which player won the game? Which team lost the trade? Wh...3219Tue, 25 Nov 2014 04:04:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/the-case-for-tony-o-r3218/On December 8, the 16-person Veteran's Committii will vote on which of the ten players from the Golden Era should be elected. Like the Baseball Writer’s vote, to gain enshrinement in Cooperstown, a player will need 75% of the vote (or, 12 votes). Tony Oliva is a Twins legend. He is a member of the...3218Tue, 25 Nov 2014 03:55:00 +0000https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins/no-experience-necessary-r3217/The Twins are looking to return to contention with a young roster, and there's an appeal to the dynamic where both players and manager are exploring new frontiers together. Growing together. Ultimately the team decided to opt for more experience in choosing Paul Molitor who has been coaching for a...3217Mon, 24 Nov 2014 03:05:00 +0000