Minnesota Twins Podcast

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Inside Twins: 6/12/22 Jun 12, 2022

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The Twins have been on a roll vs. some of the top starters in the game, bench coach Jayce Tingler stops by “Inside Twins” to talk about that success. Jayce also takes a look at one guy having a ton of success against all pitching right now – Luis Arraez. He also dives into lineup construction and the consideration the staff gives to fans at Target Field when they decide when to sit guys like Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa. That and more on this week’s episode.

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Inside Twins: 6/5/22 Jun 05, 2022

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Assistant General Manager Jeremy Zoll joins “Inside Twins” this week and provides updates on Jorge Alcala, Royce Lewis and Miguel Sano. He also dives in player development and discusses how to identify guys who will be receptive to change, and then how the change is implemented. Jeremy also touches base on former number one overall pick Tim Beckham being on the team’s radar as his season is getting going for the triple-A St. Paul Saints.

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Inside Twins: 5/29/22 May 29, 2022

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The Twins will be going to Toronto later this week and will have to navigate Canadian Covid-19 protocols. General Manager Thad Levine joins “Inside Twins” to discuss how they handle the roster shuffle, with some players not being eligible to play. On the heels of Chris Paddack having Tommy John surgery, Thad separates fact from fiction on what the Twins knew regarding Paddack’s health before making the trade with the Padres. Plus, he provides on update on Miguel Sano’s rehab.

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Inside Twins: 5/22/22 May 22, 2022

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What goes into deciding when Byron Buxton is not in the lineup? Manager Rocco Baldelli discusses the dynamics on this week’s “Inside Twins”. He also looks at why they sent Royce Lewis back to the minors, as well as pros and cons to next year’s schedule which will reduce the number of games vs. divisional foes. Plus, find out who is really happy every time the Twins drop down a sacrifice bunt.

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Inside Twins: 5/15/22 May 15, 2022

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We are talking pitching on this week’s “Inside Twins” as Wes Johnson joins us. The pitching coach dives into slider usage going up, especially among some of the Twins young starters. Wes also talks about what he hopes Joe Ryan can take away from a start which wasn’t smooth, gives on update on the plan for Dylan Bundy’s return and highlights a few of the promising arms in the Twins system.

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Inside Twins: 5/8/22 May 08, 2022

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The Twins’ original lineup on Saturday consisted of 9 players who were fully developed in-house. Director of Player Development Alex Hassan joins this week’s “Inside Twins” to discuss all the layers that makes that possible. Alex also chats about how this 2022 version of the Twins is blending multiple waves of talent. He then puts the spotlight on some top young arms in the system, and looks at the impact the various rule changes are having in the minor leagues.

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Inside Twins: 5/1/22 May 01, 2022

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We are one month into the 2022 season, so Twins’ President and CEO Dave St. Peter stops by this week’s “Inside Twins” to discuss the state on the team and the game. He touches base on the nice start for the first place ball club and looking forward to resuming some great traditional interactions with the fans and community. He also peers into the future of the game on topics like pace of play and highlighting the athleticism of the players. He also tells us why legendary broadcaster Bob Costas will be making a stop at Target Field this season.

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Inside Twins: 4/24/22 Apr 24, 2022

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We introduce Twins Territory to new bench coach Jayce Tingler on this week’s “Inside Twins”. The former San Diego manager discusses the unique impact his parents had on him as he was growing up, along with crossing paths with a future hall of famer in youth baseball. Jayce also dives into carving out his role on Rocco Baldelli’s staff, what really impresses him about Byron Buxton and more.

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Inside Twins; 4/17/22 Apr 17, 2022

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Forget an Easter Egg hunt, the Twins would just like to get through a game in Boston without losing a player early in the opening innings. Manager Rocco Baldelli joins this week’s “Inside Twins” to discuss injuries to Sonny Gray and Byron Buxton, roster moves and a shift to the starting rotation. Then we hear from the manager on pulling a guy after 7 perfect innings, if he would walk a hitter with the bases loaded and more.

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4/10/22 Inside Twins Apr 10, 2022

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Inside Twins – The 2022 Inside Twins podcast debuts featuring Twins Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey. Derek details roster moves to start the season, the identity of the 2022 Twins and who picked up the check in a dinner between he and Twins Shortstop Carlos Correa.

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