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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.
Twins
October 26, 2017
This World Series is great theater -- and daunting for the Twins

This World Series is great theater -- and daunting for the Twins

From a Twins perspective, this series is both daunting and heartening. Yes, the Twins made the playoffs. But the gap between them and the Dodgers and Astros is immense.
Twins
October 25, 2017
The celebration after the final out of the 1987 World Series.

Winning the 1987 World Series. Happy 30th anniversary, Twins fans.

Take a look back at the excitement in Minnesota from 30 years ago today, when the Twins beat St. Louis in Game 7 of the World Series.
Twins
October 25, 2017
Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier (2)

Dozier is Twins' MVP again, Santana named top pitcher

Second baseman Brian Dozier also was a repeat winner of the Bob Allison Award for determination and leadership on and off the field.
Twins
October 21, 2017
Chris Bosio was fired as the Chicago Cubs pitching coach on Saturday.

Ex-Cubs pitching coach Bosio could join friend Molitor with Twins

The former Cubs pitching coach was teammates with Paul Molitor.
Twins
October 20, 2017
Ron Gardenhire

Ron Gardenhire is the safe choice in Detroit, but is he the right one?

Ex-Twins manager Ron Gardenhire inherited a rebuild that was much further along in Minnesota than the one he'll find in Detroit.
Twins
October 19, 2017
Arizona Diamondbacks bench coach and former Twins manager Ron Gardenhire (35) watched Michael Cuddyer's Twins Hall of Fame induction ceremony before t

Ron Gardenhire reportedly set to become Detroit Tigers' new manager

The former Twins manager spent this past season as the bench coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Twins
October 19, 2017
Glen Perkins took over with two out in the ninth inning of a game against Detroit on Sept. 30 in his final appearance for the Twins.

Twins buy out Perkins' 2018 option, making him a free agent

If the Twins don't invite Glen Perkins to training camp, he'll need to decide whether to try hooking on with another team after spending his 14-year career with one organization.
Twins
October 18, 2017
Boston Red Sox bench coach Gary Disarcina, left, and pitching coach Carl Willis watch from the dugout during the sixth inning in Game 4 of baseball's

Twins looking at Willis, Hickey for pitching coach position

The former Twins pitcher and ex-Rays coach Jim Hickey are among the top choices to take over Neil Allen's job.
Twins
October 18, 2017
T.C. leads the fans in cheers during a 6-1 win against the New York Yankees at Target Field in Minneapolis on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. The Twins won,

Say goodbye to some Twins rivalries under this baseball expansion plan

What if baseball added two teams and created four divisions with eight teams? How could that work out for the Twins?