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Gleeman & The Geek: Minnesota Twins Offseason Primer

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 7h

Aaron and John set the stage for the Twins' offseason by breaking down their roster, contracts, payroll, arbitration projections, and non-tender or trade candidates, plus a look at different paths the front office could take based on the Pohlads' willingness to spend. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Aaron and John set the stage for the Twins' offseason by breaking down their roster, contracts, payroll, arbitration projections, and non-tender or trade candidates, plus a look at different paths the front office could take based on the Pohlads' willingness to spend.

Arbitrary Thoughts: RHP Cole Sands

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 9h

After a rocky 2025 season, Minnesota must decide whether to stay the course with one of its lone high-leverage bullpen arms. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

After a rocky 2025 season, Minnesota must decide whether to stay the course with one of its lone high-leverage bullpen arms.

Pablo López Is the Pivot Point for the Minnesota Twins Offseason

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 11h

There are a lot of different directions the Twins could go this offseason, but a Pablo López trade would be the clearest singular indicator that they won't be trying in 2026 or 2027. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

There are a lot of different directions the Twins could go this offseason, but a Pablo López trade would be the clearest singular indicator that they won't be trying in 2026 or 2027.

Pablo López Is the Pivot Point for the Minnesota Twins Offseason

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 11h

There are a lot of different directions the Twins could go this offseason, but a Pablo López would be the clearest singular indicator that they won't be trying in 2026 or 2027. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

There are a lot of different directions the Twins could go this offseason, but a Pablo López would be the clearest singular indicator that they won't be trying in 2026 or 2027.

Video: Twins Minor League Hitter of the Year, Kaelen Culpepper

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 12h

Culpepper had a breakout offensive performance in 2025. What's in store for 2026? #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Culpepper had a breakout offensive performance in 2025. What's in store for 2026?

Yankees, Twins Fail to Advance to ALCS

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 14h

Both teams took radically different paths to arrive at the same destination. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Both teams took radically different paths to arrive at the same destination.

Destination: The Show, Episode 97. Twins Manager Candidates and Prospects are Reaching the Big Leagues at Breakneck Speed

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Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 1d

Check out episode 97 of Destination: The Show, in which the guys talk through Twins manager candidates ahead of 2026 and answer questions in a listener mailbag. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Check out episode 97 of Destination: The Show, in which the guys talk through Twins manager candidates ahead of 2026 and answer questions in a listener mailbag.

Arbitrary Thoughts: RHP Michael Tonkin

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 1d

The Twins have 10 players who are arbitration eligible. Today we consider the case for veteran reliever Michael Tonkin. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

The Twins have 10 players who are arbitration eligible. Today we consider the case for veteran reliever Michael Tonkin.

One Big Thing: Kody Funderburk's Lower Arm Slot Might Have Unlocked a Bright Future

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 1d

Baseball people overuse the wod 'fungible'—or else, the rest of the world underuses it. Either way, Kody Funderburk felt like a fungible reliever coming into 2025, but he made a small adjustment and took a big step forward. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Baseball people overuse the wod 'fungible'—or else, the rest of the world underuses it. Either way, Kody Funderburk felt like a fungible reliever coming into 2025, but he made a small adjustment and took a big step forward.

Video: Twins Minor League Pitcher of the Year, Connor Prielipp

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 1d

After injury-plagued seasons, Prielipp set a career high in innings this season. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

After injury-plagued seasons, Prielipp set a career high in innings this season.

How High Could Byron Buxton Finish in the AL MVP Race?

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 1d

Twins All-Star Byron Buxton put together one of his best all-around seasons, but the team’s record could keep him from climbing higher on the AL MVP ballot. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Twins All-Star Byron Buxton put together one of his best all-around seasons, but the team’s record could keep him from climbing higher on the AL MVP ballot.

Are the Twins Becoming the American League’s Version of the Pittsburgh Pirates?

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 1d

Falling payrolls, declining attendance, and a troubling trend of developing players for other teams have the Twins standing on a dangerous edge. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Falling payrolls, declining attendance, and a troubling trend of developing players for other teams have the Twins standing on a dangerous edge.

Minnesota Twins 2026 Offseason Guide: Important Dates, Schedule, & Calendar

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Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 2d

This guide is a comprehensive look at the Minnesota Twins' 2025-2026 offseason schedule, including essential dates on the Winter Meetings, MLB Draft Lottery, and dates on which the Twins have to make important decisions on their arbitration-eligible players and players… #twins #minnesota #mntwins

This guide is a comprehensive look at the Minnesota Twins' 2025-2026 offseason schedule, including essential dates on the Winter Meetings, MLB Draft Lottery, and dates on which the Twins have to make important decisions on their arbitration-eligible players and players with a team or mutual contract...

Could One of These High-Demand Bench Coaches Become the Twins' Next Manager?

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 2d

"The Twins have the most appealing managerial vacancy in baseball!" I continue to insist, as I slowly shrink and transform into a corn cob. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

"The Twins have the most appealing managerial vacancy in baseball!" I continue to insist, as I slowly shrink and transform into a corn cob.

Arbitrary Thoughts: OF Trevor Larnach

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Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 2d

After another up-and-down season, Minnesota must decide if there’s still room for one of their former top prospects. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

After another up-and-down season, Minnesota must decide if there’s still room for one of their former top prospects.

Video: Which Arbitration-Eligible Twins Will Make the 2026 Roster?

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 2d

The Twins have ten players who are eligible for arbitration. Which will make the roster in 2025? #twins #minnesota #mntwins

The Twins have ten players who are eligible for arbitration. Which will make the roster in 2025?

I haven't written a blog for a long time. But I have an observation, & that's all it is an observation. My observation is how rich the Latin heritage is in modern MLB. Players like Roberto Clemente, Luiz Tiant & Orlando Cepeda quickly come to mind. Twins' early successful years were greatly...

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 2d

Community Blog: I haven't written a blog for a long time. But I have an observation, & that's all it is an observation. My observation is how rich the Latin heritage is in modern MLB. Players like Roberto Clemente, Luiz Tiant & Orlando Cepeda quickly come to mind. Twins' early successful years were…

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What Would a True "Blow It Up" Offseason Look Like for the Minnesota Twins?

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 2d

What if the sell-off we saw at the trade deadline was only beginning? Here's what it might look like if the Twins front office chooses to go full scorched earth in a true reset that ushers out the previous core and clears the books. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

What if the sell-off we saw at the trade deadline was only beginning? Here's what it might look like if the Twins front office chooses to go full scorched earth in a true reset that ushers out the previous core and clears the books.

Arbitrary Thoughts: LHP Genesis Cabrera

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 3d

The Twins have 10 players currently on their roster who are arbitration eligible. Let's consider each candidate and make a case. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

The Twins have 10 players currently on their roster who are arbitration eligible. Let's consider each candidate and make a case.

A Familiar Fear: Luke Keaschall’s Breakout Season Comes with an All-Too-Familiar Warning for the Twins

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 3d

The Twins have seen too many young stars lose momentum to injuries. Luke Keaschall’s rise offers hope, but also a reminder of Minnesota’s painful player development pattern. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

The Twins have seen too many young stars lose momentum to injuries. Luke Keaschall’s rise offers hope, but also a reminder of Minnesota’s painful player development pattern.

2025 Twins Daily Most Improved Player

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Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 3d

Today, we honor those who upped their game in 2025. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Today, we honor those who upped their game in 2025.

Video: Breaking Down The Twins' 2026 Draft Lottery Odds

Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 3d

One small upside of being terrible is that you get a high draft pick. #twins #minnesota #mntwins

One small upside of being terrible is that you get a high draft pick.

Kurt Suzuki Emerging as a Potential Candidate for Twins’ Managerial Opening

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Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 3d

After Rocco Baldelli’s firing, Minnesota looks for a new voice to lead the clubhouse. Could a former Twins catcher be the answer? #twins #minnesota #mntwins

After Rocco Baldelli’s firing, Minnesota looks for a new voice to lead the clubhouse. Could a former Twins catcher be the answer?

Video: Early Names Floated To Replace Rocco Baldelli

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Twins Daily @twinsdaily.com · 3d

ICYMI: Who is your pick to replace Baldelli? #twins #minnesota #mntwins

Who is your pick to replace Baldelli?