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Twin Cities Territory
The Athletic’s Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce and longtime MLB pitcher Tyler Duffey connect to launch Twin Cities Territory: A Minnesota Twins podcast. The trio shares authentic insight and in-depth analysis covering the Twins all season long. Subscribe on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! Part of the Foul Territory Network.
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Twin Cities TerritoryThe Twins' big Pablo López question for 2027
While other players are getting their usual rest in, Twins ace Pablo López is ramping up his rehab in hopes of being ready for opening day. The…
Twin Cities TerritoryReliving the Twins' win in Game 7 of the 1991 World Series
In a special episode, we relive the greatest game in Twins history on the 35th anniversary of the occasion. The Athletic's Zack Pierce and Dan Hayes, along…
Twin Cities TerritoryLessons for the Twins from a low-spending, small-market World Series
What can the Twins learn from a World Series matchup featuring Tampa Bay (which spends even less money than they do) and Milwaukee (which is maybe the most…
Twin Cities TerritoryAttention, Twins: Please make some moves before the lockout
In a couple of weeks, the player movement window will open, and the Twins would be wise to make something happen to give their fans something to be excited…
Twin Cities TerritoryWhat hitters should the Twins target in free agency? Here's our list
First base, DH and catcher are the biggest question marks as the Twins head into 2027. What free agent targets might make sense to fill the needs? The…
Twin Cities TerritoryWhat pitchers should the Twins target in free agency? Here's our list
What free-agent pitchers might make sense for the Twins to target in free agency? There are a lot of caveats, but The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce…
Twin Cities TerritoryAre the Twins really for sale again? And more of your questions
Twins sale talks are "said to be heating up," according to the Pioneer Press' Charley Walters. Is there anything to it? The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack…
Twin Cities TerritoryCan the Twins be like the Brewers?
The MLB-best Brewers have built a contender in a small market one state over. Does Milwaukee's success provide a blueprint the Twins can follow? The Athletic's…
Twin Cities TerritoryAre the Twins really ready to spend? We dissect Tom Pohlad's comments
Twins owner Tom Pohlad, GM Jeremy Zoll and manager Derek Shelton spoke Tuesday at the team's end-of-season press conference and gave plenty of clues about the…
Twin Cities TerritoryWhat Twins players won't be back in 2027?
The Twins' 2026 season came to an end this weekend, and now an offseason of big questions begins. Will Joe Ryan be traded? Will Ryan Jeffers depart in free…
Twin Cities TerritoryThe 2026 Ham & Eggies: Our Twins MVP, best moment and more awards
As the Twins' season draws to a close, we pick the top performers of the year with our inaugural Ham & Eggies award show. The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack…
Twin Cities TerritoryTaj Bradley joins Twins' 200 K club, plus our offseason wish list
In likely his final start of 2026, Taj Bradley became the 10th Twins pitcher to pass 200 strikeouts in a single season. Longtime MLB pitcher Tyler Duffey and…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins are eliminated: Our biggest questions for their offseason
The Twins were officially eliminated from postseason contention on Sunday, sending them into an offseason with big questions about the starting rotation, the…
Twin Cities TerritoryWalker Jenkins has his first big moment with Twins
The Twins' struggling top prospect took out his frustrations Thursday in Anaheim, going 3-for-4 including a game-tying home run in the ninth and the…
Twin Cities TerritoryShould the Twins be worried about Walker Jenkins' struggles?
Walker Jenkins, the Twins' top prospect, is hitting .089 in 53 plate appearances since his call-up in late August. He and manager Derek Shelton spoke Tuesday…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins' hopes all but officially over after series loss to Cleveland
With a chance to get themselves back in the wild-card chase this weekend, the Twins instead went the wrong direction, dropping two of three to the Guardians…
Twin Cities TerritoryRoyce Lewis' future, Matt Wallner's status and more of your questions
A big series with Cleveland looms this weekend, Austin Martin returns from the IL, and you had another round of Twins questions. The Athletic's Dan Hayes and…
Twin Cities TerritoryDo the Twins have any playoff shot now? This weekend is the last stand
The Twins lost two of three in Detroit this week and stayed 4.5 games back in the AL wild-card race with now 16 games to go. There's still a narrow path to the…
Twin Cities TerritoryJoe Ryan back, Walker Jenkins slumping, and time's almost up for Twins
Joe Ryan is returning from the IL as the Twins face ever-dimming playoff hopes, now 4.5 games back in the American League wild-card race after losing two of…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins blow multiple chances to sweep Tigers; Joe Ryan back soon?
The Twins rallied from an early deficit Wednesday to give themselves a shot, but then squandered golden opportunities in the 8th, 10th and 11th innings in a…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins crush Tigers, Walker Jenkins homers and Joe Ryan gets closer
The Twins obliterated the Tigers twice in a row, outscoring them 26-3 over the last two nights at Target Field to keep their playoff hopes alive. Dan Hayes…
Twin Cities TerritoryByron Buxton back to IL, Walker Jenkins debuts as Twins' hopes dim
Byron Buxton is headed back to the 10-day IL due to his lingering hip injury, and the Twins lost two of three over the weekend to the White Sox to lose ground…
Twin Cities Territory🚨 Walker Jenkins arrives! Twins call up top prospect with hopes fading
It's finally happening, Twins fans. Walker Jenkins has been called up and will join the Twins this weekend for their critical series against the Chicago White…
Twin Cities TerritoryA's deal big blow to Twins, and the need for Walker Jenkins is clear
The Twins dropped two out of three games in Sacramento, fading further back in the playoff race in a series they needed to go a different way. Plus, with Byron…
Twin Cities TerritoryByron Buxton injured again; is it Walker Jenkins time for Twins?
Byron Buxton left Tuesday's game with more hip problems. His status is still unclear, but will it be the catalyst for the Twins to call up Walker Jenkins? Dan…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins swept away in San Diego in setback to playoff hopes
We are completely miserable, San Diego. The Twins got swept for the second time in a week, this time at the hands of the Padres, and fell two games back in the…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins respond with rousing sweep of NL-East leading Braves
After a crushing sweep at the hands of the Phillies, the Twins bounced back emphatically with a sweep of their own, beating the NL-East leading Braves. Dan…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins Mailbag: Playoff hopes, Walker Jenkins, Derek Shelton and more
In our latest mailbag show, Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce answer your questions on the Twins' playoff hopes (still alive), Derek Shelton's job status…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins swept by Phillies, with an even harder test up next
The Twins were crushed on Saturday and lost a heartbreaker Sunday to finish off a three-game, two-state sweep at the hands of Philadelphia. Dan Hayes, Tyler…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins trounced in Field of Dreams game; Byron Buxton returns
The Twins were soundly beaten Thursday night in the Field of Dreams game, but at least we got lots of home runs into the corn. Plus, Byron Buxton returns, Alex…
Twin Cities TerritoryBats come through as Twins take 2 of 3 from Orioles
The Twins rallied for a 7-5 win Wednesday to take the series from Baltimore. The Field of Dreams game is up next, vs. the Phillies. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins come up short in Milwaukee; Kaelen Culpepper homers in debut
Kaelen Culpepper homered in his MLB debut as the Twins won the opener in Milwaukee before their close-game woes came back in losses on Saturday and Sunday. Dan…
Twin Cities Territory🚨Twins call up star prospect Kaelen Culpepper
With the offense struggling and the team strained for options at shortstop, the Twins are promoting star prospect Kaelen Culpepper from Triple-A Saint Paul…
Twin Cities TerritoryWhat's wrong with Joe Ryan, and where did the Twins' offense go?
Joe Ryan is being evaluated for injury after another struggle of an outing Tuesday in Kansas City. The Twins made Noah Cameron look like Cy Young once again…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins trade deadline wrap: Did they do enough to make the playoffs?
In the podcast version of Monday's live post-deadline show, Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce discuss all the moves the Twins made before the deadline…
Twin Cities TerritoryWill the Twins make more moves before the trade deadline?
The trade deadline is hours away. Will the Twins make any more deals? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about what to expect, recap the weekend in…
Twin Cities TerritoryTRADE! Twins acquire reliever A.J. Minter for two prospects
The Twins made a late-night move Thursday to get help for their bullpen, acquiring A.J. Minter from the Mets. In a bonus show, Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack…
Twin Cities TerritoryKody Clemens hits a stunning walk-off grand slam as Twins shock Royals
Unbelievable! The Twins were dead in the water Thursday before Kody Clemens turned a 3-0 loss into a 4-3 win with a two-out, two-strike walk-off grand slam on…
Twin Cities TerritoryRoyce Lewis walk-off puts Twins back at .500, and trade deadline Q's
Cinema at Target Field on Tuesday as Royce Lewis delivered another walk-off to lift the Twins over the Royals on an otherwise frustrating night. Dan Hayes…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins eke out series vs. A's with trade deadline one week away
It wasn't pretty, but the Twins took two out of three against the A's this weekend to get back to their series-winning ways with the trade deadline looming…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins bounce back for two important wins in Cleveland
The Twins revived their outlook by flushing their four-game losing streak and salvaging a split in Cleveland to cap their post-All-Star break road trip. Dan…
Twin Cities TerritoryAs losses pile up, are Twins looking like trade-deadline sellers?
A desultory losing streak hits four games as the Twins drop the first two in Cleveland. Have they gone from trade-deadline buyers to sellers? Dan Hayes, Tyler…
Twin Cities TerritoryA rough weekend in Chicago and a big four games ahead in Cleveland
After a strong start Friday, the Twins were trounced in the final two games against the Cubs at Wrigley Field this weekend. Next up, a four-game set against…
Twin Cities TerritoryAre the Twins actually playoff contenders?
The Twins begin the second half of the season tied for the American League's final wild-card spot. Can they make a surge to reach the postseason? Dan Hayes…
Twin Cities TerritoryAnswering your Twins questions about All-Star Joe Ryan and more
With the Twins off until Friday, Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce take your questions on what it would take to keep All-Star Joe Ryan around long-term…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins wrap up surprising first half in thick of playoff race
The Twins won their eighth series in the last nine to head into the All-Star break tied for the last wild-card spot in the American League. Dan Hayes, Tyler…
Twin Cities TerritoryIs Twins owner Tom Pohlad ready to buy at the trade deadline?
Tom Pohlad sure sounds like he's ready to add to, not tear down, this surprisingly competitive Twins team. Plus, the Twins win another series. Dan Hayes, Tyler…
Twin Cities TerritoryTaj Bradley dominates as streaking Twins win Cleveland opener
Taj Bradley threw seven brilliant innings, and the Twins got more timely two-out hits to beat rival Cleveland on Tuesday in the opener of a big three-game…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins win a rare series at Yankee Stadium; Cleveland up next
The Twins won a series at Yankee Stadium for the first time since 2014. Now they get set for a big three games against division rival Cleveland. Dan Hayes…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins take 2 of 3 in Houston, now it's off to (deep breath) New York
The Twins finished off a series win in Houston on Wednesday night and now head out to the Big Apple to face the dreaded (but slumping) Yankees for a weekend…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins split first two in Houston; Anthony Banda, Byron Buxton updates
Zebby Matthews was brilliant Monday and Joe Ryan had a very rough inning Tuesday as the Twins went 1-1 in the first two of three games in Houston. Dan Hayes…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins take 2 of 3 from Rockies, now head out on road for a big week
It wasn't always pretty, but the Twins won the weekend series against the MLB-worst Rockies. Next up: Important road series in Houston and New York as the…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins swept by Dodgers; plus, what should be done with this team?
The Twins were mostly competitive against the MLB's best team but lost all three games to the Dodgers. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins have 'no plans' to trade Byron Buxton; rough start vs. Dodgers
Twins GM Jeremy Zoll made it quite clear this week how the team feels about Byron Buxton as the trade deadline looms. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins' bats absolutely rake on 5-1 road trip; mighty Dodgers up next
The Twins exploded for 16 runs Saturday during a series win over Arizona, capping a huge road trip. They now come home to face L.A. while sitting just a game…
Twin Cities TerritoryByron Buxton has strong words about trade rumors; Twins keep rolling
In an exclusive with The Athletic's Dan Hayes, Byron Buxton has some thoughts about his name being attached to trade speculation. Dan, Tyler Duffey and Zack…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins on a three-game winning streak as Mick Abel nears return
The Twins got strong performances across the board in winning the first two games in Texas against the Rangers. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk…
Twin Cities TerritoryRoyce Lewis, Byron Buxton key Twins' series win over Cardinals
Byron Buxton and Royce Lewis were a combined 13 for 22 with 4 home runs and 7 RBI as the Twins scored a back-and-forth series win over visiting St. Louis. Dan…
Twin Cities TerritoryRoyce Lewis with five hits, but Twins lose series to Tigers
The Twins' struggles continue with a series loss in Detroit. Byron Buxton is now at 20 homers and talked about his struggles with runners on base. And Royce…
Twin Cities TerritoryTwins hit a new season worst, and Kody Clemens’ FT interview
The Twins dropped to a season-worst eight games under .500 with a 10-4 loss in Detroit on Tuesday. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the game…