Analysis
Numbers and analysis on the Minnesota Twins to wet your whistle.
On Payroll, Winning, and the Pohlads
Advice for the Twins’ next owners: spending doesn’t guarantee success, but championship teams almost always spend.
Which MLB Teams Got the Most for Their Money in 2024?
Money talks. Which MLB team got the most bang for their buck in 2024?
How a Lower Arm Angle Affected Jhoan Duran
Duran’s release was slightly different, which made impacts throughout his arsenal
Notes on the Twins’ Stretch Run Swoon
Mini dives on team defense, the absent offense, and the grind coming for the young hitters
The Regression Monster Came for Jorge Alcala
Finally healthy, Alcala’s long-awaited rise to the high-leverage circle of trust came to a screeching halt
Investigating David Festa’s Times Through the Order Struggles
Why has it been a party at the dish for opposing hitters when they see Festa more than once?
Three Up, Three Down: St. Louis Cardinals
Sonny Gray returns to Minneapolis with his cadre of retirement-aged teammates.
Zebby Matthews to Make MLB Debut; What can the Twins Expect from the Rookie?
The Twins prospect has seen a meteoric rise this season.
When Less is More: Trevor Larnach’s Adjustments Give Him a Better Chance
The launch angle revolution is sometimes misunderstood. It’s also not for everyone.
Trade Deadline Primer, Part 2: Relief Pitchers
The Twins likely won’t be trading for a reliever, but here’s some good options if they do.
The Adjustments Behind Joe Ryan’s Level Up
Stuff is important. So is confidence. This time, they just might stick.
A Blip? Or the Beginning of the End for Caleb Thielbar?
Time remains undefeated. Can Thielbar adapt his way back to effectiveness yet again?
Do the Twins Hitters Have a Two-Strike Approach?
New measurements from Statcast offer insights into how hitters adjust their swings based on the count
Alex Kirilloff: Searching for the Sweet Spot
The Twins’ lefty bat tries to find his way
Deciphering the Twins Defense
Might they have an issue with how they position their defenders?
Series Preview: Seattle Mariners, Round 1
Our sweet, sweet boy makes his return.
Series Preview: Boston Red Sox, Round 1
What’s going on in Boston these days?
Series Preview: Los Angeles Angels, Round 1
Mike Trout: good. Everyone else: bad.
Series Preview: Chicago White Sox, Round 1
The White Sox are the worst team in baseball, no questions about it.
On Louie Varland’s Two-Strike Struggles
Getting ahead hasn’t been an issue. Finishing off at-bats has.
Series Preview: Detroit Tigers, Round 2
An early season rematch!
Series Preview: Baltimore Orioles, Round 1
Loaded with current and former top prospects that all look the same, are we sure the Orioles don’t actually have a cloning lab?
Series Preview: Detroit Tigers, Round 1
For sure first place in the "scariest real life mascot" AL Central race.
Twins Series Preview: Los Angeles Dodgers
You ever heard of these guys?
Twins Series Preview: Cleveland Guardians, Round 1
"They can’t keep getting away with this" - me, to the Cleveland Guardians churning out front end starters.
To Bunt, or Not to Bunt
One situation and decision from Opening Day illustrate why use of the sacrifice bunt has declined
Spring Training Pitching Notes
Mini-dives on the pitching depth, Louie Varland’s sinker, Jorge Alcala’s stuff, and the command of Bailey Ober and Joe Ryan
Bailey Ober Upgraded His Arsenal (Again)
Last year’s changeup tweaks are another example of Big Bailey raising his ceiling
2024 is Make or Break for Emmanuel Rodriguez
The Twins need to know of Rodriguez can be a lineup fixture by the end of this season.
Carlos Correa’s Process Should Lead to Better Results
But he’s going to need an adjustment. (Better health would help, too.)