The Twins announced today that they've declined Joe Nathan's option for 2012.
This was an expected move. Nathan would have made $12.5 million next year, but the Twins are exercising a $2 million buyout.
"I spoke with Joe and his agent this morning and expressed our interest in re-signing Joe," Twins GM Bill Smith said in the press release. "We will remain in contact with them as we move forward into the free agent process."
Nathan, who turns 37 next month, will be part of a crowded free agent market for closers, as discussed earlier today on this blog.
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
Election
In heated western Minn. GOP congressional primary, outsiders challenging incumbent
U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach has a solidly conservative voting record. But Steve Boyd, a Christian conservative who has never held public office, is gaining traction as an outsider.
Sports
Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame: A class-by-class list of all members
Who's in the Star Tribune Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame? From Bernie Bierman to the latest class, here's the list:
Sports
This retired journalist changed professional wrestling from Mankato
Norm Kietzer was a pioneer in professional wrestling journalism for 40 years.
High Schools
All-Metro Sports Awards: Here are the 2023 winners
The Star Tribune recognized the best of metro area high school athletes with its sixth annual All-Metro Sports Awards. Here are the 2023 winners, who were honored Wednesday night at Target Center.
