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Twins
November 6, 2017
Morris gets another shot at the Hall of Fame

Morris gets another shot at the Hall of Fame

The former Twins pitcher is one of 10 'modern era' candidates up for election.
Twins
November 6, 2017
What strategy will Twins use as free agents start signing Monday?

What strategy will Twins use as free agents start signing Monday?

Management's decision-making process tends to be rather calculating, using a preponderance of evidence to strip away biases such as emotion that can lead to bad moves
Twins
November 6, 2017
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Randy Rosario (64) threw a pitching during workouts Thursday. ] AARON LAVINSKY ï aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com

Twins lose Rosario, Palka to waiver claims

The Twins lost a pair of players who had been highly regarded in recent years.
Twins
November 5, 2017
Houston revels in World Series victory

Houston revels in World Series victory

Houston Astros players climbed atop fire trucks and rode through the streets of downtown Houston in a parade honoring their World Series title.
Twins
November 3, 2017
Houston Astros' George Springer reacts after hitting a double during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dod

The Twins drafted George Springer. No, they didn't mess up by not signing him

While it is tempting to think of what George Springer's presence would mean to the current Twins, we also need a dose of reality here.
Twins
November 3, 2017
Miguel Sano.

Twins expect Sano will be 'full go' for 2018 opener after surgery

After waiting a month following the Twins' final game, general manager Thad Levine said Miguel Sano's left shin had not improved much.
Twins
November 3, 2017
Houston Astros' George Springer celebrates after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Los Ang

Souhan: Ten lessons we learned from the World Series

Here are the lessons this Series would have taught us if we had been able to stay awake for it.
Twins
November 2, 2017
Minnesota Twins manager Paul Molitor (4) talked to the team during pop fly drills Tuesday. ] AARON LAVINSKY ï aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com Minn

Twins pitchers and catchers report to spring training Feb. 13

Twins
November 2, 2017
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Bartolo Colon delivers against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning in a baseball game, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2

Five Twins among baseball's 2018 free agents

Hot action on free agency not expected early ... could drag on until spring training.
Twins
November 2, 2017
As MLB attention turns to 2018, Twins not getting much respect

As MLB attention turns to 2018, Twins not getting much respect

If you're a Twins fan and you're snooping around some of the early 2018 chatter … well, you might notice a distinct lack of respect.
Twins
November 2, 2017
Ron Gardenhire, left, and former Twins pitching coach Rick Anderson watched some of the pitchers during infield drills during spring training in 2012.

Together again: Gardenhire adds ex-Twins coaches Anderson, Liddle to Tigers staff

The new Detroit manager relied on some old buddies when putting together his new coaching staff, including former Twins pitching coach Rick Anderson.
Twins
November 2, 2017
1987 Frank Viola holds world series MVP Trophy Aloft. Reggie Jackson with Microphone. Bruce Bisping, Minneapolis Star Tribune

Reusse: Workhorse pitchers key to both Twins World Series titles

Former manager Tom Kelly had the benefit of several stouthearted Twins pitchers and still had to work some magic to get through two championship battles.
Twins
October 31, 2017

World Series Game 6: Dodgers 3, Astros 1

The Dodgers beat the Astros in Game 6 on Tuesday night, forcing Wednesday's Game 7 in L.A.
Twins
October 31, 2017
Ticket brokers hedging bets, putting money on Astros in Game 6

Ticket brokers hedging bets, putting money on Astros in Game 6

Brokers holding massive amounts of tickets for a potential Game 7 at Dodger Stadium otherwise would be stuck with worthless stacks if the series ends Tuesday night.
Twins
October 31, 2017
If you like bobbleheads, this T.C. Bear Twins World Series doll is for you

If you like bobbleheads, this T.C. Bear Twins World Series doll is for you

In case you did not know, there is a National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum that is run out of Milwaukee.
Twins
October 31, 2017
Joe Vavra worked with Miguel Sano left and Eduardo Escobar during spring training in 2014.

Gardenhire lures Twins' bench coach Joe Vavra to Detroit

Just when the Twins thought their coaching staff for 2018 was in place, along comes Ron Gardenhire.
Twins
October 30, 2017

Twins part ways with assistant trainer, rehab coordinator

The Twins have parted ways with Lanning Tucker as the team continues to make moves to reshape its staff under the Derek Falvey regime.
Twins
October 30, 2017
The Astros' Alex Bregman celebrated his game-winning single in Game 5 of the World Series, The Astros outslugged the Dodgers 13-12 to take a 3-2 lead

Is this World Series already better than Twins/Braves from 1991?

Hall of Famer John Smoltz, who pitched for the Braves in the 1991 Series and is in the broadcast booth for this year's, has an interesting perspective.
Twins
October 27, 2017
Garvin Alston

Twins name Garvin Alston pitching coach

Alston, 45, was the pitching rehab coordinator for the San Diego Padres last season and was Arizona's bullpen coach in 2016.
Twins
October 26, 2017
Buxton, Dozier are Gold Glove finalists; Mauer doesn't make cut

Buxton, Dozier are Gold Glove finalists; Mauer doesn't make cut

Brian Dozier and Byron Buxton of the Twins are finalists for American League Gold Gloves, which recognize the top fielders in baseball.