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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.
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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?
Twins mailbag: Zebby vs. Varland, rushing Rodriguez, journeyman Arraez, and bosses
Plus fitting Ryan Jeffers into the 2027 payroll, crediting Derek Shelton, short vs. long swings, Royce Lewis' lack of challenges, and the future of AG•com.
Gleeman and The Geek: Field of Dreams, Buxton, and 15 Years
Aaron and John talk about the Twins playing the Field of Dreams game and the Bonnes' experience in Iowa, the return of Byron Buxton, what to make of Luke Keaschall, Kaelen Culpepper's debut, why calling up Walker Jenkins makes sense too, and celebrating the 15-year anniversary of the podcast.
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.
Walker Jenkins time? Why the Twins should call up their top prospect for a playoff push
It's a crowded outfield with Byron Buxton back, but Jenkins is a consensus top 20 prospect thriving at Triple-A and the Twins are fighting for a playoff spot.
Twins notes: Byron Buxton almost ready, Joe Ryan throws, Emmanuel Rodriguez returns
Buxton could be eyeing a Field of Dreams comeback on Netflix. Plus, a state-of-the-site check-in after three months of independence and a St. Paul dream.
Twins' tale of two demotions: Royce Lewis, Matt Wallner going in opposite directions
After slow starts, Lewis and Wallner were sent to Triple-A in May. Three months later, one is back in the Twins' plans and one sounds resigned to moving on.
Twins trade deadline takeaways: Hoffman's role, Larnach nixed, Jeffers and QO, grades
Collecting my post-deadline thoughts now that the dust has settled, including a pair of theories about the Twins' decision-making approach.
Gleeman and The Geek: Grading the Twins' Trade Deadline
Aaron and John recap the Twins' trade deadline moves to add Jeff Hoffman, A.J. Minter, and Dean Kremer, speculate about the moves they didn't make while keeping the lineup intact with Ryan Jeffers and Trevor Larnach, and wonder what's wrong with Joe Ryan.
Twins followed through on pledge to buy at deadline, trading for Jeff Hoffman-led trio
By adding Hoffman, A.J. Minter, and Dean Kremer without subtracting any major leaguers, the front office gave the Twins a real chance to grab a playoff spot.
Twins keep buying, get starter Dean Kremer from Orioles in another early deadline trade
With three more days to continue shopping before the trade deadline, the Twins have added A.J. Minter to the bullpen and Kremer to the rotation.
Twins swing early deadline trade for reliever A.J. Minter, sending two prospects to Mets
In a move that shows the Twins are indeed buyers, Minter is likely to replace the injured Anthony Banda as the bullpen's No. 1 left-hander.
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