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Joe Nelson

Joe Nelson

Joined: Jan 4, 2024

Joe Nelson has more than 20 years of experience in Minnesota sports journalism. Nelson began his career in sports radio, working at smaller stations in Marshall and St. Cloud before moving to the highly-rated KFAN-FM 100.3 in the Twin Cities. While there, he produced the popular mid-morning show hosted by Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer Paul Allen. His time in radio laid the groundwork for his transition to sports writing in 2011. He covers the Vikings, Timberwolves, Gophers and Twins for On SI.

Sep 23, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (23) and second baseman Kody Clemens (18) hug following a game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

After Ken Rosenthal reported Friday that the Twins aren't planning to trade star players Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan, or Pablo Lopez, there's new information from local insiders who appear to be suggesting that the Twins' payroll might not shrink any further.

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Apr 16, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; General view of an ESPN microphone before the game between the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Major League Baseball is reportedly on the verge of announcing a three-year partnership with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix, which will have an impact on how fans watch the Minnesota Twins beginning next season.

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