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Royce Lewis' latest slump could be making a difficult Twins offseason decision for them
Lewis is still only 27, and has two more seasons of team control remaining, but do the Twins still believe he's capable of being an impact hitter again?
Gleeman and The Geek: End of the Line for the 2026 Twins
Aaron and John talk about what's left for the Twins to play for during the final weekend, young players like Luke Keaschall, Connor Prielipp, and Walker Jenkins providing bright spots, Royce Lewis and Ryan Jeffers struggling down the stretch, and the end of the Alex Jackson saga.
Twins notes: Aaron Sabato finally called up, Inaction Jackson, Byron Buxton's timeline
Sabato made his Twins debut six years after they picked him in the first round of the 2020 draft and several years after ceasing to be considered a prospect.
Five breakout Twins prospects who elevated their profile in 2026, led by Marek Houston
Houston, the Twins' first-round pick in 2025, established himself as an MLB-wide top-100 prospect by showing more offensive upside than expected right away.
Gleeman and The Geek: Twins Limping to the Finish Line
Aaron and John talk about the Twins limping to the finish line just like last season, trying to find glimpses of a brighter future with Walker Jenkins and Emmanuel Rodriguez, the outlook for Byron Buxton after hip surgery, and players who stepped up vs. dropped out of the team's long-term plans.
Twins notes: Culpepper's first taste, Jenkins or Rodriguez in center, attendance falls again
Kaelen Culpepper's injury may end his season early, but it also means he'll retain rookie/prospect status for 2027, with Walker Jenkins and Emmanuel Rodriguez.
Should the Twins be worried about Walker Jenkins' slow start?
Jenkins, the Twins' highest-ranked prospect since Byron Buxton, has the second-lowest batting average (.089) through 15 career games in team history.
Byron Buxton set for hip surgery, Twins turn to future by calling up Emmanuel Rodriguez
With the 23-year-old Rodriguez joining 21-year-old Walker Jenkins and 24-year-old Luke Keaschall, there's a changing of the guard in the Twins' outfield.
Gleeman and The Geek: Twins' Playoff Hopes Fade Away (Again)
Aaron and John talk about the Twins collapsing in the second half for the third straight season, why the worse they play the bigger the upcoming offseason becomes, the top reasons behind their struggles, and Matt Wallner knowing he's done in Minnesota.
Why didn't the Twins win this season? Five big reasons, from bad decisions to bad luck
Slashing payroll yet again and ignoring glaring weaknesses during the offseason went every bit as badly as feared, but the Twins' problems didn't end there.
Twins mailbag: Moving on from Wallner, the Jeffers decision, 2027 rotation depth chart
Plus how Emmanuel Rodriguez used up his options, Keaschall's best position, not expecting extensions, non-tender candidates, and talking Timberwolves.
Gleeman and The Geek: It's Now Or Never For The Twins
Aaron and John talk about the Twins' dwindling playoff chances with three weeks left, Byron Buxton admitting he'll eventually need hip surgery, Joe Ryan nearing a return, first impressions of Walker Jenkins, and takeaways from the Angels selling for $4 billion.
Mailbag questions time! Please submit yours by posting them in the comments
Got questions about the Twins or other topics? Get them answered in a mailbag column early next week.
Twins notes: Buxton might need hip surgery, 2027 outfield mix, Ben Ross gets his chance
Buxton still hopes to play again this season, but it's clear his lingering hip injury is significant. Plus, two Triple-A players join the expanded September roster.
Twins' latest collapse falls short of oft-stated goal to 'play meaningful games in September'
For the third straight season, the Twins have fallen apart after the All-Star break, despite a new manager, a new general manager, and a new Pohlad in charge.
Gleeman and The Geek: Walker Jenkins Time
Aaron and John talk about the Twins calling up top prospect Walker Jenkins, why Byron Buxton's hip injury was the biggest factor, what to expect from the 21-year-old consensus top-10 prospect, and the team's shrinking playoff window after a brutal road trip.
Twins call up top prospect Walker Jenkins in an effort to keep fading playoff hopes alive
Jenkins, the Twins' best all-around prospect since Byron Buxton a decade ago, is finally coming up now, at age 21, in part because of Buxton's hip injury.
365 days of Walker Jenkins at Triple-A
Jenkins, the Twins' top prospect, has done everything he can at Triple-A to force a call-up during an age-21 season that strongly suggests future stardom.
Aaron Gleeman guests on "The Dane Moore Podcast"
I got a chance to be a guest on my favorite podcast and had so much fun talking Timberwolves, media life, and sports owners with Dane Moore. We went almost two hours, and that's after shooting the shit for 45 minutes before recording.
Luke Keaschall looks at home in leadoff spot, but can Twins figure out his fielding fit?
Keaschall recovered from a poor April to hit .300 with a .400 on-base percentage since May 1, and now he's getting a chance as the Twins' leadoff man.
Gleeman and The Geek: Twins' Playoff Push Starts Now
Aaron and John talk about the Twins' having a playoff spot there for the taking with six weeks left, why the rotation desperately needs first-half Joe Ryan back, the dramatic in-season bullpen turnaround, and what lessons Tom Pohlad can learn from the Padres.
Can the Twins actually make a push into the playoffs? Six big keys for the final six weeks
Even with a losing record, and a 7-10 mark in August, the Twins hold the AL's last wild-card spot and 40 percent playoff odds. Will they get across the finish line?
KFAN: Aaron Gleeman guests on "Bumper to Bumper" with Dan Barreiro
Aaron spends over an hour in studio with Dan Barreiro, talking about the Twins, the Lynx, and a wide range of other topics.
Star Tribune: Aaron Gleeman guests on "Daily Delivery" with Michael Rand
Aaron talks Twins with Michael Rand of the Minnesota Star Tribune.
Trying to make sense of the Twins turning to Alex Jackson again with Austin Martin hurt
Why not use the opportunity to call up top prospect Walker Jenkins? Or at least go with one of several right-handed Triple-A bats to fill Martin's platoon role?
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