Mauer & Morneau Approaching Franchise Milestones
Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau have been a part of the fabric of this team for a long time. And they are climbing quite a few all-time lists.
By the Numbers
Twins Bullpen Defying Home Run Odds
The Twins' bullpen has helped keep them in enough games to maintain a .500 record through the month of April, but they need to do a better job of keeping the ball on the ground to continue that success.
When is it Time to Worry About Brian Dozier?
Brian Dozier's mimicry of Drew Butera's offensive game dates back to last May at this point... when should worry start to sink in?
Appreciating Glen Perkins
Exactly how good has Glen Perkins made himself over the past two seasons? As good as (or better than) almost any reliever in Major League Baseball.
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Pitching Improvement
Brandon wrote an article about the upgrades to the Twins rotation, their potential impact on the Twins record, and some suggestions for further off-season moves. His analysis was WAR based, and,...
On Ben Revere's Homerless Streak...and History
Ben Revere has never been known for his power, but having yet to tally a home run in the Major Leagues is pushing his powerless reputation to a whole new level.
Span Snubbed For Gold Glove Consideration
Despite the fact that he graded out as one of the top defenders in baseball at any position in 2012, Denard Span's name was curiously absent from Rawlings' list of Gold Glove finalists.
What can an extra $3.25M buy the Twins?
Following Tsuyoshi Nishioka's $3.25M "refund" to the Twins, what kind of improvements can be made to the roster? A look at last year's $3M signees and a preview of who could be had for a similar price this coming offseason.
Alex Burnett's Lack of Strikeouts
Alex Burnett ranks last among Major League relievers in K%. A look at his pitches and whether the Twins should be counting on him moving forward.
Anthony Slama's Strikeout Splits Have Changed
Anthony Slama has been slammed in the past for racking up his strikeouts as a "nibbler", but this season a majority of his strikeouts have been of the swing-and-miss variety.
Pulling for Power: Who Are the Twins Most Powerful Pull Hitters?
Target Field's power plays for hitters who can pull. Who are the Twins' most powerwful pull hitters?
The Value of the "Extra Foot" on a Fastball
Do we really understand the impact that an elite heater has on performance, relative to a league average fastball? In this article, I look at ground ball versus fly ball, home run rates and slugging percentage and their relationship to fastball speed
Minnesota Twins in Free Agency - A Glance with WAR
Brandon Warne takes a look at the WAR leaderboard for Twins free agent signings. It's pretty ugly.
What Can the Twins Expect This Year in the Field?
Last year, according to UZR, the Twins defense ended up right at league average. In 2012, only three of last year's opening day position players are expected to start on Friday, so what can we expect in the field this year?
What Should We Expect From the Twins Bullpen in 2012?
The Minnesota Twins bullpen was awful in 2011, contributing a large part to a 99-loss season. Just how important is the bullpen to a team's chances over a full season, and what can we expect from the Twins in 2012?
Hall of Fame Center Fielders: Where Does Kirby Puckett Fit?
Inside Minnesota, there's not much doubt about Kirby Puckett's Hall of Fame credentials. But how does he stack up against some of the Hall's other center fielders?
Assessing Cuddyer’s place in Twins history
With news that Michael Cuddyer has officially signed with the Colorado Rockies, a look back at Cuddyer's place in Minnesota Twins history.
After Willingham, how much do the Twins have left to spend?
It appears the Minnesota Twins are close to finalizing a 3-year, $21 million deal with free agent outfielder Josh Willingham. A look at what that deal means for the Twins payroll situation, and estimate how much money might be left for the rest of the off-season.
Who should become the next member of the Twins Hall of Fame?
Fan balloting is open to select the next member of the Minnesota Twins Hall of Fame. We look at the candidates.
Chart of the Day: Cuddyer vs. Kubel vs. Willingham
Could Josh Willingham be the consolation prize for the Minnesota Twins if they lose out on the Michael Cuddyer sweepstakes? A look at how free agent Josh Willingham compares to the Twins' departing outfielders.
Jorge Posada Out of New York: Would You Want Him As A Twin?
Jorge Posada's splits show he's still a pretty good bat versus right-handed pitching. Would you take a flyer?
Joe Nathan By The Numbers
A look at Joe Nathan's incredible 8 years with the Minnesota Twins.
Where did all those runs go?
We dive into the Twins offensive struggles this season to determine how the team can rebound in 2012.
Pop Quiz Wednesday: Name that Twin
A mid-week diversion for Twins fans sick of worrying about losing 100 games.
Six Things You Didn’t (Want to) Know About the Twins offense
1. Even after last night's offensive barrage, Twins batters are hitting a collective 247/306/360. Their 665 OPS ranks second-to-last in the AL, behind only the historically awful Seattle Mariners....
The Most Disappointing Team in Twins History?
Are we watching the most disappointing team in Minnesota Twins history?
