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John Manuel spent 21 years in a variety of roles at Baseball America. He did Twins prospect rankings, covered the College World Series and often appeared on MLB Network. After the 2017 season, Manuel left Baseball America to join the Twins organization as a pro scout. He recently joined the Get to Know 'Em Podcast.

Remember in 2015 when the Twins were mysteriously good despite having no business actually being a good team? Torii Hunter was dancing in the clubhouse, and the rotation had Hughes, Milone, Gibson, and Pelfrey leading the way. Let’s revisit that odd season.

Before all the Covid madness it looked as if Rich Hill would be a late-season boost to the rotation. However with the potential season pushed back and significantly shortened, Hill should be ready to go and in a reversal of roles, it’s Michael Pineda who looks to be the late addition.

The Kansas City Royals didn’t appear too pleased with the Minnesota Twins after their 4-2 loss Sunday afternoon at Target Field. In addition to being upset with a few called strikes, they also took exception to the actions of Sergio Romo.

Earlier this week I spent an hour with John Bonnes and Nate Palmer talking through ideas regarding the 2021 Minnesota Twins payroll. Who will go, what they need, and how much they’ll have to spend were all worthy conversations. The one hang up I keep coming back to is, what will the market actually bear?

Corey Kulber's showcase, Derek Falvey's most recent comments on Nelson Cruz, a Twins player's highlight catch from winter league action and more.

It's been 20 days since pitchers and catchers first reported to Fort Myers, and we're 21 days away from Opening Day. We're officially eclipsing the halfway point of spring training.

On Wednesday. we live-streamed with our man on the scene in Florida to cover key storylines, and you can watch it back below.

Coming into the 2021 Major League Baseball season this Minnesota Twins club was expected to battle with the Chicago White Sox for the AL Central Division title. Someone apparently forgot to tell them that.

Major League Baseball and Rawlings handed out Gold Gloves earlier this week, and the season's final SDI rankings were revealed. Looking at the numbers, where can the Twins improve defensively in 2022?

On July 27, 2018, the Minnesota Twins made a move that many found frustrating when valuing Derek Falvey’s return. The team was mediocre, and Ryan Pressly was one of their best relievers. He was sent to Houston in exchange for Jorge Alcala and Gilberto Celestino. In 2022, it may be time for Falvey to cash both those checks.

Seven hundred and fifty-two games, that’s how many Carlos Correa has played in the Major Leagues. He’s never lined up anywhere but shortstop, and predominantly, his double-play partner has remained the same in Jose Altuve. After signing with the Twins, that comfort is adjusted as he’ll get to know Jorge Polanco.

Do the Twins actually have a good pitching staff? Twins fans have asked this question in various forms, attempting to grapple with a group of arms currently sitting with the fourth-lowest ERA in baseball. Usually, one does not question a good thing, but Minnesota sports fans know better than to buy into any hype. This author cannot answer for sure, but it does appear that the team has purposely constructed a stable of pitchers perfectly suited for a new Twins pitching style. Let’s dive in.