Alvin Garcia is a Puerto Rico-born sportswriter and U.S. Army veteran. He has covered Major League Baseball since 2022, producing breaking news, game coverage, analysis, roster stories and player features for national and team-focused publications. His previous work has appeared at Heavy, The Sporting News, Athlon Sports, Yardbarker, and FanSided. Garcia brings a data-informed, fan-focused approach to his coverage.
A reunion would give Minnesota an everyday first baseman. The projected $32 million deal depends on how much room the Twins have left for catching and relief.
Matt Wallner hit 25 homers at Triple-A after a rough 2026 with the Twins. Fixing his trouble against four-seam fastballs could earn him a role in 2027.
Jeff Hoffman posted a 2.50 ERA for the Twins after the 2026 trade deadline. His elbow surgery and Dasan Hill’s early progress put the deal back in focus.
Khadim Diaw’s strong 2026 and Minnesota’s catching depth make him a trade candidate. Why the Twins should explore moving him for Major League pitching.
Cole Sands’ elbow recovery complicates his future, but his projected arbitration cost gives the Twins a reason to retain him and keep upgrading their bullpen.
Royce Lewis’ declining production complicates the Twins’ 2027 plans. Minnesota should weigh his arbitration cost, roster fit and a backup at first base.
The Twins declined Joe Ryan’s $13 million option, but he remains under team control. Here’s how arbitration affects his salary and Minnesota’s 2027 plans.