MINNESOTA TWINS
TWINS RUBES Laying in the Weeds
Through 35 games, not many of us Twins fans expected the team to be a game over .500 at 18-17. Just following the team, watching games, and not looking too far into numbers, I've been encouraged by th...
Posted on 5/14/13 at 12:35 PM
STAFF BLOG AG RIGHT Spring, planting and baseball
When I was a little kid, I sometimes wondered which was more important: the start of spring planting or the start of another major league baseball season. Now, as an agricultural journalist, I give t...
Posted on 4/1/13 at 12:57 PM
REGGIE TALES Minnesota Twins
If I had a dollar for every person who's asked me, "What are the Minnesota Twins doing?" I'd have $14. This much I know for sure: Former General Manager Bill Smith was asleep at the wheel and basical...
Posted on 12/11/12 at 11:27 AM
THE FLENSBURGER FILES First you walk, then we talk!
Like many of us, I had my favorite teams to cheer for when I grew up in rural Minnesota. In the summer, there were the Twins in baseball; the winter time consisted of split shifts between the Timberwo...
Posted on 11/17/11 at 5:41 AM
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA NEWS UND On Target with the Minnesota Twins is set for this Saturday, Sept. 17
UND On Target with the Minnesota Twins is scheduled for this Saturday, Sept. 17, when the Minnesota Twins meet Cleveland at a 12:10 p.m. game. Join us for food, games, activities and conversation at a...
Posted on 9/16/11 at 8:56 AM
Pelfrey, Twins finalize $4 million, 1-year deal 
Recovering right-hander Mike Pelfrey and the Minnesota Twins finalized a $4 million, one-year contract on Thursday, filling another hole in a thin rotation.
By Dave Campbell , December 20, 2012
Twins agree to 1-year deal with pitcher Pelfrey
The Twins agreed to terms with Mike Pelfrey on a $4 million, one-year contract Tuesday, adding him to the mix in a starting rotation filled with "pitch-to-contact" guys who rely more on their defense making plays behind them than they do striking hitters out with overpowering stuff.
By Jon Krawczynski , December 18, 2012
Kevin Correia, Twins finalize $10 million, 2-year deal
The Minnesota Twins have finalized a $10 million, two-year contract with right-hander Kevin Correia to fill a rotation spot after their starters posted the second-worst ERA in the majors last season.
By Dave Campbell , December 13, 2012
Twins trade Revere to Phillies for pitchers Worley, May
The Minnesota Twins have acquired right-handed pitchers Vance Worley and Trevor May from the Philadelphia Phillies today in exchange for center fielder Ben Revere.
By Associated Press , December 06, 2012
Nationals get Span from Twins for minor leaguer
With the addition of Denard Span, the Washington Nationals aren't just plugging a player into the lineup and moving on. He's like that nice new piece of furniture that causes the homeowner to redecorate the entire room — just so everything is in the perfect spot.
By Joseph White , November 29, 2012
Board seeks discipline for son of Twins ex-owner
A state board that oversees discipline for Minnesota lawyers is seeking punishment for Clark C. Griffith, a former law professor and the son of former Twins owner Calvin Griffith.
By Associated Press , November 28, 2012
Twins add Aaron Hicks to 40-man roster
The Minnesota Twins have added eight players to their 40-man roster, including touted outfield prospect Aaron Hicks and right-hander Kyle Gibson, who is coming off of elbow ligament-replacement surgery.
By Associated Press , November 20, 2012
Cubs reach 1-year deal with former Twins RHP Baker
Scott Baker wants to establish that he can still be an effective pitcher after having elbow surgery, and he'll get his chance with the Chicago Cubs. The 31-year-old righty agreed Tuesday to a one-year deal that guarantees him $5.5 million next season.
By Andrew Seligman , November 13, 2012
Twins spring training home gets upgrade approval
The Minnesota Twins will have a fancier home for spring training and their minor league operations.
By Associated Press , November 07, 2012
Twins claim pair from Colorado, including reliever
The Minnesota Twins have claimed two players off waivers from Colorado, middle infielder Tommy Field and right-handed reliever Josh Roenicke.
By Associated Press , November 02, 2012
Mike Redmond hired as Marlins manager
The Miami Marlins' celebrity manager was a bust, so they're calling one up from the minors. Mike Redmond, who spent the past two years managing Class A teams in the Toronto Blue Jays' system, was hired Thursday by the Marlins to replace Ozzie Guillen.
By Steven Wine , November 01, 2012
Twins decline option on Baker's contract for 2013
The Minnesota Twins have declined their $9.25 million option on right-hander Scott Baker's contract for next season, making him eligible for free agency.
By Associated Press , October 30, 2012
MINNESOTA TWINS: Four added to coaching staff
The Minnesota Twins have finalized their overhauled coaching staff, hiring two familiar former players and a well-regarded minor league teacher to assist manager Ron Gardenhire.
By Dave Campbell , October 22, 2012
Twins director of minor league operations retires
Twins director of minor league operations Jim Rantz is retiring after 52 years with the league.
By Associated Press , October 15, 2012
Last-place Twins fire 3 coaches in shakeup of Gardenhire's staff
The Twins fired longtime bullpen coach Rick Stelmaszek, third base coach Steve Liddle, first base coach Jerry White and head athletic trainer Rick McWane on Thursday while reassigning bench coach Scott Ullger and hitting coach Joe Vavra in a significant shake-up of manager Ron Gardenhire's staff.
By Jon Krawczynski , October 04, 2012
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