Anthony Banda’s recovery and arbitration status complicate the Twins’ bullpen plan. Minnesota should weigh his health, price and the cost of replacing him.
Anthony Banda’s recovery and arbitration status complicate the Twins’ bullpen plan. Minnesota should weigh his health, price and the cost of replacing him.
The Twins have a chance to return to the postseason in 2027, but bullpen issues, catching uncertainty and young players' development remain major concerns.
Taj Bradley’s first-inning struggles exposed a clear next step for the Twins. Brian Reith’s arrival gives Minnesota a chance to improve his early command.
The Brewers and Rays have reached the World Series with smaller payrolls than the Twins, exposing important lessons Minnesota must learn to compete in 2027.
There is a pending free agent playing in the World Series who could give Minnesota an experienced left-handed option as it rebuilds its bullpen for 2027.
Bailey Ober’s projected salary and Minnesota’s rotation depth complicate his future. Why the Twins should explore a trade and the case for keeping him.
Joe Ryan, Pablo López, Dean Kremer and Bailey Ober could reach free agency after 2027. How should the Twins approach each starter's future this offseason?
As the Twins watch the Milwaukee Brewers celebrate clinching a World Series Birth, the wheels should be turning inside the heads of Minnesota's front office. Ac
The former third baseman’s bullpen criticism raised a fair question about trust, but Minnesota’s response should begin with the pitching choices it gives its manager.
The Twins have hired Brian Reith from the Rays organization as their new pitching coach, hoping his development experience can improve Minnesota's staff in 2027.
Lee is Minnesota’s only finalist for the 2026 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards, but his limited experience at third base leaves room for further defensive growth.
The Twins could surrender a draft selection and bonus money when signing a qualified free agent. Here is how that cost could shape their offseason plans.
The Twins need bullpen help and offensive upgrades for 2027, and Alex Vesia and Jake Bauers are two impending free agents worth targeting this offseason.
Walker Jenkins received an early 2027 Rookie of the Year prediction. His health, development and playing-time opportunity will determine how far he can go.
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