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Twins roster projection 1.0: Where things stand, biggest holes to fill as offseason begins

With the offseason underway, @AaronGleeman and I took a crack at what the #MNTwins roster might look like. Take a peek.

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Twins unexpectedly bring back Trevor Larnach, trade for backup catcher Alex Jackson Larnach will compete for playing time in the corners with fellow left-handers Matt Wallner and Alan Roden, along with James Outman.

NEWS: #MNTwins trade for a backup catcher and unexpectedly offer Trevor Larnach a contract.
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Twins trade for reliever Eric Orze, add Connor Prielipp, five others to 40-man roster

Eric Orze should provide instant help to a #MNTwins bullpen in desperate need of arms. Connor Prielipp, who was added to the 40-man, and Marco Raya could join the group in the near future.
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Derek Shelton hopeful finalized Twins coaching staff is right blend of personalities, skill sets “This group could not have come together better than any group I imagined," the recently hired Shelton says.

Now it’s been finalized, manager Derek Shelton sounded very pleased with the variety of voices, playing experience, skill sets and personalities on his #MNTwins coaching staff.

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#MNTwins have named Mark Hallberg their new bench coach, Keith Beauregard hitting coach and Toby Gardenhire has been added as a #MLB field coordinator.

Hallberg spent the past four seasons coaching bases for the #SFGiants.

Correct. So yes, it would be moot if he stays one more season.

Byron Buxton could reconsider Twins future if roster teardown continues After professing his desire to remain with in Minnesota for the remainder of his career, Buxton could now be having second thoughts.

Derek Falvey wants to build on what the #MNTwins already have in place. But if the Twins continue to tear it down, Byron Buxton might be open to waiving his no-trade clause.
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Twins bring back Pete Maki as pitching coach, but others remain in limbo: Sources The Twins want manager Derek Shelton to have a say in naming his coaching staff; hence, the overhaul.

Pete Maki will return as #MNTwins pitching coach while third-base coach Tommy Watkins is headed to Atlanta and more coaches are in limbo.

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Some progress being made on the Las Vegas A’s stadium. #MLB

LaTroy Hawkins to serve as Twins bullpen coach, more changes expected: Sources

LaTroy Hawkins taking over as bullpen coach highlights an eventful day for #MNTwins coaches. Hank Conger confirmed he won't be back. Jayce Tingler got a job. And Colby Suggs, who's been interviewing for several weeks, could land in Texas.
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Hank Conger confirmed he was told he won’t return to #MNTwins coaching staff even though he’s still under contract.

Same fate for bench coach Jayce Tingler, who as @extrabaggs reported, already accepted a job with #SFGiants.

As Twins tenure begins, Derek Shelton hopes lessons learned in Pittsburgh serve him well

Derek Shelton spent the four months after he was fired by Pittsburgh trying to figure out how he’d do it different if given another chance. Tuesday another opportunity began with the #MNTwins.

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Twins to hire Derek Shelton as manager, reunite with a familiar face: Source Shelton, who becomes the 15th manager in Twins' history, served as the team's bench coach for two seasons in 2018-19.

Sources: The #MNTwins are hiring Derek Shelton to be their next manager. He'll be introduced next week.
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Twins narrow managerial search to 4 candidates with familiar names still involved

Sources: The process is ongoing, but the #MNTwins have narrowed their managerial search to four names: Derek Shelton, James Rowson, Ryan Flaherty and Scott Servais. Story w/ @brittghiroli.bsky.social.
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Ex-Twins skipper Rocco Baldelli enjoying time off, would 'love' to manage again

Rocco Baldelli would 'love' to manage again, but is enjoying decompressing and spending time w/ his family. #MNTwins
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Minnesota Twins fire manager Rocco Baldelli after nightmarish season After two years managing a roster on a reduced payroll, Baldelli was fired.

The #MNTwins fired Rocco Baldelli after seven season. And after making a mighty large payroll reduction two seasons ago.

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Joe Ryan focuses on Twins’ positive changes, rather than his uncertain future “At the end of the day, I see the big picture and the decisions they've made," Ryan said of the Twins' post-trade deadline changes.

Joe Ryan was asked if he thought about the possibility Friday might have been his final start for the #MNTwins. After noting that's out of his control, the All-Star discussed the club's direction instead.
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Byron Buxton adds 2 homers to ‘historic’ season, Bailey Ober finally shines in Twins win Buxton continued a career year on Thursday afternoon, one that should earn him plenty of down-ballot MVP votes.

Byron Buxton has already earned $1m via plate appearance incentives in the last 10 days. He could earn another $3m with a top-10 AL MVP finish.
Currently, he's 8th in f-WAR and 13th in b-WAR. #MNTwins
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Luke Keaschall exited today's game with a left thumb injury. #MNTwins

MRI results: No elbow or UCL concern with Pablo López.

He does have a mild mid forearm strain he sustained diving for a ball Friday and is going on IL. Had the #MNTwins been in it, very likely would have skipped one start and returned.

A Twins clubbie’s app has made outfitting MLB players with new gear easier for years Twins clubhouse assistant manager Tim Burke created a database of player measurements that MLB has adopted and about half of its teams use.

"If some guys were really picky about their pants, it might take 15 minutes.”

Read why #MNTwins clubhouse attendant Tim Burke created an app to help his #MLB brethren.
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Even with Twins out of contention, Pablo López aims for late season return: 'I want to do it'

Pablo López is facing hitters today for the first time since he suffered his injury June 4. He said getting back on the mound for the #MNTwins in 2025 is critical. "I want to do it." Here's why.
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What did I do now?

Byron Buxton's leadership helps Twins bond after chaotic trade deadline

Two days after the deadline, Byron Buxton helped organize a team dinner to smooth things over for a number of new faces at a tumultuous time. #MNTwins 

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Byron Buxton has been activated. Carson McCusker optioned back to Triple A. #MNTwins

Twins takeaways: Alan Roden among many looking to take advantage of opportunity

An aggressive mindset, open tryouts, 4-day pitchers and adapting to #MLB during a chaotic period all played roles in a 3-3 road trip out of the trade deadline for the #MNTwins.
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Byron Buxton told inquiring teams ‘No,’ and what else I learned about the Twins, Part 2 Elsewhere, the Twins thought their prep work paid big dividends in the final hour when multiple moves were made.

Byron Buxton told the NY Mets, Atlanta Braves and others he wasn't interested. Plus more on the Louis Varland deal, and why Abel, Bradley and Outman aren't here. #MNTwins
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Twins’ Griffin Jax requested a trade, and what I learned about the club’s fire sale, Part 1 Initially, the Twins didn’t know if they’d find the right return for their elite setup man because of a slow-developing market.

When the #MNTwins’ direction became clear Thurs, Griffin Jax requested a trade, one the club granted but didn’t have to. Those details and more here:

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Byron Buxton doubles down on desire to stay with Twins after deadline Buxton is certain of one thing: He wants to spend the rest of his career with the Twins and would invoke his no-trade clause if necessary.

#MNTwins told teams that inquired not to spend time or energy asking about Byron Buxton, who wants to stay with the club.
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A day after 8 players were traded, Joe Ryan and Twins take stock: 'It's just sobering'

As they sat in the same hotel room right before 5 pm CT, Joe Ryan thought he’d been traded to Boston. Griffin Jax believed he was staying. Then Louie Varland’s phone rang.

Here’s how #MNTwins players experienced Thursday’s stunning trade deadline.

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