Outfielder Harrison Bader is joining the Twins | Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images The Twins have finally made some moves, but studies suggest reduced prices don’t necessarily equal good value After mostly sitting out this offseason (no offense intended, Mickey Gasper), the last few weeks have represented a certifiable bonanza of free-agent acquisitions for the Twins. … [Read more...] about On The Win Curve and The Efficacy of Waiting Out the Market
Twins Flashback 1965: It Was a Very Good Year (Pt. 1)
A season for the ages If you know your Minnesota Twins franchise history, you’ll agree with Mr. Shatner—1965 was a very good year. After coming over from Washington in 1961, the Twins were immediately an offensive juggernaut—a trend that continued in ‘65. Even with Harmon Killebrew limited to 25 home runs in 479 PA due to injury, the bats were not a problem: Zoilo Versalles … [Read more...] about Twins Flashback 1965: It Was a Very Good Year (Pt. 1)
Top Ten Twins: Left Field
Photo by Eric Miller/Getty Images Featuring LEWWWWW Introducing “Twins Top Ten” Over the past few months, I’ve been taking a weekly look at the history of each position on the diamond and figuring out who is the best of the best since the franchise moved to Minnesota. This means that only players from 1961-on will be considered, but I will be taking into account their … [Read more...] about Top Ten Twins: Left Field
One Question About Every Player Reporting to Twins Spring Training
Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images From Carlos Correa to Alex Isola, everyone has questions this year. Every spring, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic gives a single thought on players reporting to Spring Training. I’m going to borrow from the beloved Twins beat writer and switch it up a bit. On a roster filled with question marks, I have some questions … [Read more...] about One Question About Every Player Reporting to Twins Spring Training
Ty France, Twins Agree to One Year Deal
Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images But we have Jose Miranda at home! According to the Phil Miller of the Star Tribune, the Minnesota Twins have agreed to a one year contract with first baseman Ty France. He will take the roster spot that was vacated when the Twins DFA’d Brent Headrick earlier today. Twins have signed former Mariners All-Star IF (mostly 1B) Ty … [Read more...] about Ty France, Twins Agree to One Year Deal