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Are you ready for some speed? No, we’re not popping any “greenies” today. But go ahead and grab yourself a cup of coffee and we’ll assemble the speediest Twins team EVER!

This all started March 26, and appears to be ending with the exact agreement made on that date. In between then and now lies a long, petty and public fight between MLB owners and the Players Association that took place in the midst of a pandemic. But, here we are … (?)

Among American League pitchers with enough innings to qualify for the ERA title, Berríos currently sports the third-highest Batting Average on Balls in Play, .333, which is about 56 points higher than the league as a whole right now. Let’s say a few general things about Berríos and BABIP, shall we?

The state of Minnesota lost a legend on Sunday when Sid Hartman passed away at the age of 100. Yet his impact on the Minnesota baseball community and greater sports community will never be forgotten.

The Minnesota Twins have a need to sign another starting pitcher this offseason. Jake Odorizzi and James Paxton are two of the biggest names left on the market. Which would make for a better fit for the Minnesota Twins this offseason?

Alex Kirilloff’s pure left-handed swing is exactly what the Twins’ right-handed heavy lineup ordered. His demeanor will fit right in, too.

After an electric win on Saturday, the Twins were plagued by a rough fifth inning and late-game error in a rubber match deficit to the Athletics. 

Alex Kirilloff and Trevor Larnach compiled notable first half performances especially considering there was no minor league season last year. What’s even more impressive is when you compare them to other top prospects.

On Wednesday the Twins confirmed what was already expected: Kenta Maeda required Tommy John surgery, and will miss most of the 2022 season, if not all of it.

With zero veteran starters under control, and prospect injuries suppressing the internal pitching pipeline, is it realistically possible for Minnesota to field a contending rotation next year? Let's see.

The Twins have an exciting and deep group of pitching prospects close to the majors. Who could we see first in 2022?

The Minnesota Twins selected Trevor Larnach with the 20th overall pick in the 2018 Major League Baseball draft. He was coveted for his big bat with noted exit velocity surplus. That’s played in the minors, and we got just a glimpse last season. Now, it’s time for the real thing to show itself.

Lew Ford became a fan favorite in the Metrodome era. Fifteen years after leaving the Twins organization, Ford can't say goodbye to baseball.