<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb-rumors-twins-pablo-lopez-emerges-trade-candidate');   ga('set', 'title', 'MLB rumors: Twins’ Pablo Lopez emerges as trade candidate');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/MLB-rumors-Twins-Pablo-Lopez-emerges-as-trade-candidate.jpg"></figure><h1>MLB rumors: Twins’ Pablo Lopez emerges as trade candidate</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-19T11:57:22-08:00">December 19th, 11:57am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-19T11:57:22-08:00">December 19th, 11:57am</time><address><a>Dan Fappiano</a>Dan Fappiano is a Connecticut based sports journalist and a graduate of both Tunxis Community College and Central Connecticut State University. Dan has spent time covering high school and professional sports in both the print and online medium. He hopes to see his beloved Chicago Bears win a Super Bowl someday.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Minnesota Twins</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Despite missing the playoffs in 2024, the Minnesota <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/1-trade-twins-must-make-during-offseason">Twins have yet to make a major offseason splash</a>. However, trading away star pitcher Pablo Lopez would certainly make some noise.</p><p>Minnesota <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/insider/story/_/id/43042910/mlb-offseason-2024-25-free-agency-trade-rumors-update-passan-arenado-bregman-burnes-alonso" rel="noopener">is listening to trade offers</a> for the star right-hander, via Jeff Passan of ESPN. Depending on how the rest of free agency shakes out, those talks could advance to more serious stages.</p><p>Blake Snell signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers on a five-year, $182 million contract. Max Fried followed it up with a eight-year, $216 million deal with the New York Yankees. Corbin Burnes could make more than both and is still lurking in free agency. Even players like Sean Manaea and Jack Flaherty should earn sizable contracts.</p><p>Many teams across the league may be priced out of free agent pitchers, especially if their deals continue scaling up. If those franchises opt to take an alternative route, the Twins have a bright light at the end of the tunnel in Lopez.</p><p>The righty is coming off of a 2024 campaign that saw him put up 15-10 record with a 4.08 ERA and a 198/41 K/BB ratio. His 2023 campaign was even grander, including Lopez earning the first All-Star nomination of his career. He held a 11-8 record with a 3.66 ERA and a career-best 234 strikeouts to go alongside 48 walks.</p><p>If Pablo Lopez is truly made available, he should attract widespread interest. He is under team control through 2027 after signing a lucrative extension. Lopez would amplify any team in the league’s rotation.</p><p>Including Minnesota’s, which puts the Twins in a rough spot. Injuries to some of their top stars have held the team back. They made the playoffs in 2023, but were taken out in the ALDS. Now, they enter 2025 with a decision to make.</p><p>They can run it back and look to regain control of the NL Central. The Twins still have plenty of talent on their roster, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-trade-rumors-shut-down-by-scott-boras">including star player Carlos Correa</a>. Keeping Lopez would give Minnesota the best chance of actually competing.</p><p>Or, they could focus on their youth and look to recoup Lopez’s value in future assets. It’s tough to imagine the Twins battling with a team like the Dodgers as currently constructed. Maybe they decide to revamp the farm and retool their franchise’s vision.</p><p>Eventually, a decision must be made on Lopez. If the phones keep ringing, the Twins might best poised to swing a trade.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

MLB rumors: Twins’ Pablo Lopez emerges as trade candidate

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-suns-owner-making-a-run-at-buying-minnesota');   ga('set', 'title', 'Suns owner making a run at buying Twins');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Twins-news-Suns-owner-making-a-run-at-buying-Minnesota.jpg?w=1024"></figure><h1>Suns owner making a run at buying Twins</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-13T19:06:38-08:00">December 13th, 7:06pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-13T19:06:38-08:00">December 13th, 7:06pm</time><address><a href="https://linktr.ee/jordan.llanes">Jordan Llanes</a>Jordan Llanes is a sports writer and reporter based in Florida. In addition to ClutchPoints, he writes for a few other publications covering the NFL, college sports and Tottenham Hotspur. When he's not writing, Jordan enjoys spending time with his fiancée, cats, family and friends, as well as catching the latest TV shows and movies, and traveling.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Minnesota Twins</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Following a 2024 season in which they collapsed down the stretch, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/minnesota-twins-2024-over-under-regular-season-win-total">the Minnesota Twins are looking</a> to reclaim their spot at the top of the AL Central in 2025. Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey and manager Rocco Baldelli are in the midst of the offseason, trying to make their team a contender once again. Their plans might end up changing, as <a href="https://x.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/1867660741894926355" rel="noopener">a new owner could potentially</a> take the helm in the near future. Reports broke Friday that Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishiba and his brother Justin are interested in buying the team.</p><p>“Sources confirm Phoenix Suns/Mercury owner Mat Ishbia and his brother Justin Ishbia are interested in purchasing the #MNTwins,” posted the Athletic’s Dan Hayes on X, formerly Twitter. “Three days after they were approved as owners in Feb. 2023, the Suns acquired Kevin Durant. Bloomberg was first with the report.”</p><p>The Pohlad family, which has owned the team for over 40 years, put the team on the market in October. This is likely one of the biggest reasons why a new general manager has not been named. Furthermore, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb-rumors-twins-join-dodgers-padres-in-roki-sasaki-sweepstakes">the Twins have been</a> pretty quiet so far in free agency. Will the Ishiba brothers buy the team? If so, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the club be more aggressive during the offseason. It’s been said that their purchase of the Suns was the clincher for their team to acquire superstar Kevin Durant. A similar type of move could jolt the Twins back on course, for 2025 and beyond.</p><h2><b>Will Rocco Baldelli, Derek Falvey lead Twins if ownership changes?</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Twins-manager-Rocco-Baldelli.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-joe-pohlad-sale">The Twins led the</a> AL Central for most of their until their late season collapse. It was another bitter ending for Minnesota, as the team once again failed to make into the postseason. It was their third missed chance in the last four seasons, a stark departure from Baldelli’s first two seasons in charge of the team. During those first two seasons (as well as in 2023), the team made the postseason.</p><p>With Falvey now heading into his ninth season leading baseball operations, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-gm-leaves-team-missing-postseason">the Twins need to once again</a> make progress towards winning a World Series. Their last title came in 1991, over 30 years ago. Since then, it’s been nothing but heartbreak for the organization in the postseason. A culture change could be exactly what’s needed to shock the Minnesota brass and fanbase.</p><p>That is something that would likely happen <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/suns-news-phoenix-awarded-2027-nba-all-star-game">if the Ishibas take over.</a> They like to win and win quickly. Their time with the Suns is evident of that goal. Two superstars in outfielders Kyle Tucker and Juan Soto have already found new homes. Many other stars have as well, but there are still a lot of studs on the open market. If the Ishibas buy the team, will it be once the hot stove has turned off? Or will they pick up the bill as the stove still burns? For Twins fans, the change will hopefully come sooner rather than later.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Suns owner making a run at buying Twins

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb-rumors-twins-join-dodgers-padres-in-roki-sasaki-sweepstakes');   ga('set', 'title', 'MLB rumors: Twins join Dodgers, Padres in Roki Sasaki sweepstakes');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Twins-join-Dodgers-Padres-in-Roki-Sasaki-sweepstakes.jpg"></figure><h1>MLB rumors: Twins join Dodgers, Padres in Roki Sasaki sweepstakes</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-12T19:41:39-08:00">December 12th, 7:41pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-12T19:41:39-08:00">December 12th, 7:41pm</time><address><a href="https://letterboxd.com/splooshpuhrty/films/by/your-rating/">Jedd Pagaduan</a>Jedd Pagaduan is a certified Clippers and Gunners fan, which means he's a very sports-traumatized individual. He now writes about sports instead as a form of therapy.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Los Angeles Dodgers</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Roki Sasaki is looking like the next big thing coming out of Japan, and all MLB teams seem to be head over heels for the 23-year-old starting pitcher. And it’s not like Sasaki is ticketed to join a big-market team, as he is subject to the league’s amateur signing rules due to his age — which means that <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb-rumors-roki-sasaki-already-chosen-where-hell-sign">the Los Angeles Dodgers,</a> while widely regarded as the favorite to sign yet another Japanese sensation, will have stiff competition for Sasaki’s services.</p><p>To that end, add the Minnesota Twins to the <a href="https://www.startribune.com/roki-sasaki-minnesota-twins-japan-righthander-pitcher-derek-falvey/601194395" rel="noopener">pile of teams</a> that are looking to put their best foot forward in their pursuit of the 23-year-old Japanese starting pitcher.</p><p>“We have interest [in Sasaki]. If you’re in one of the rooms in this building and they don’t say that, that would be shocking to me. Obviously, we just want to understand what he’s looking for,” Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey said during the winter meetings, via Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star Tribune.</p><p>At this point, however, it’s not yet a guarantee for the Twins to land a meeting with Sasaki, as according to Nightengale, they are not one of the teams that have already sent Sasaki and his camp video and Powerpoint presentations declaring their interest in signing him.</p><p>Given the Twins’ budgetary limitations, they will want to throw their hat in the Sasaki ring and hope that he decides to take his talents to cold Minneapolis instead of the warmer Los Angeles or San Diego. They can at least boast that they have a $7.65 million in international bonus pool money, although it’s not quite clear how much that would matter in the end when they’re competing with the Dodgers, who already have Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the roster — two of the best Japanese baseball players in the world at the moment.</p><h2><b>Twins join the queue for Roki Sasaki that the Dodgers might be at the front of</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Roki-Sasaki-with-Team-Japan-1.jpg"><figcaption>Sam Navarro-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>It has been rumored all offseason long that the Dodgers are in the driver’s seat of the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes. But the comments of Sasaki’s agent, Joel Wolfe, seemingly run in contrast to this notion, as he said that <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/roki-sasaki-agent-eye-opening-comment-frustrate-dodgers-yankees">joining a small or mid-market team</a> could be the way to go for his client.</p><p>“I think that there’s an argument to be made that a smaller mid-market team may be more beneficial for him as a soft landing, coming from Japan, given what he’s been through,” Wolfe said.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

MLB rumors: Twins join Dodgers, Padres in Roki Sasaki sweepstakes

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-carlos-correa-trade-rumors-shut-down-by-scott-boras');   ga('set', 'title', 'Carlos Correa trade rumors get shut down by Scott Boras');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/0-Carlos-Correa-trade-rumors-get-shut-down-by-Scott-Boras-0.jpg"></figure><h1>Carlos Correa trade rumors get shut down by Scott Boras</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-12T08:33:20-08:00">December 12th, 8:33am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-12T08:33:20-08:00">December 12th, 8:33am</time><address><a>Brayden Haena</a>Brayden Haena is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. A die-hard San Francisco Giants fan and a football fanatic, Brayden further channels his baseball enthusiasm through his podcast, where he delves into the latest in sports with engaging commentary. He also serves as the Defensive Coordinator for Heritage High School. His commitment to sports journalism is evident in his diverse experiences with ContraCosta.news and his dedication to delivering compelling and insightful content.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Minnesota Twins</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Speculation surrounding <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-twins-president-on-carlos-correa-stance-amid-trade-rumors">Carlos Correa’s potential trade from the Minnesota Twins</a> gained traction during the Winter Meetings. Still, the team and Correa’s agent, Scott Boras, firmly dismissed the rumors. While the Twins have been open to trade discussions involving other players, <a href="https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-twins-carlos-correa-trade-speculation-scott-boras/601193954" rel="noopener">there is no indication</a> that the star shortstop is being shopped.</p><p>“The last time I talked to him, he told me the fishing was good,” Boras quipped on Wednesday when asked about Correa’s satisfaction with the Twins. “So, yeah, he’s happy there.”</p><p>Correa, who is set to earn $36 million next season, also holds a no-trade clause, giving him significant control over his future. The Twins’ front office has emphasized that inquiries about their top players, including Correa, are standard due diligence rather than active efforts to move them.</p><p>Team officials have been clear about their stance on Correa amid rumors stemming from the team’s payroll constraints. President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey reiterated that it would take a “high bar” even to consider trading Correa or any of the Twins’ core players, including Royce Lewis and Byron Buxton.</p><h2><b>The Twins will hold on to Carlos Correa despite rumors</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Carlos-Correa.jpg"><figcaption>Matt Blewett-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>“We’re always open to creative ideas, but players like Correa are critical to our plans moving forward,” Falvey said.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb-rumors-astros-want-seiya-suzuki-isaac-paredes-potential-kyle-tucker-trade-with-cubs">The trade market has been heating up following major free-agent signings</a>, with teams like the White Sox and Guardians opting for significant trades. However, the Twins have yet to show interest in joining that trend regarding their franchise cornerstone.</p><p>While the Twins face financial challenges, they are exploring other ways to manage their payroll. Chris Paddack, a starting pitcher owed $7.5 million next season, is considered a potential trade candidate due to his injury history and pending free agency in 2025. The rising cost of starting pitching on the free-agent market could increase his appeal to other teams.</p><p>Christian Vázquez, who is set to earn $10 million in the final year of his contract, could also be moved if the Twins find suitable backup options for Ryan Jeffers, who is expected to take on a larger share of catching duties. For now, Carlos Correa remains central to the Twins’ strategy, both on and off the field. Coming off a productive season and viewed as a leader in the clubhouse, Correa’s role is crucial as the team looks to remain competitive in the AL Central.</p><p>With Boras confirming Correa’s contentment and the Twins maintaining a high bar for any trade discussions, fans can rest assured that the shortstop will likely remain in Minnesota for the foreseeable future. As Falvey put it, “Our focus is on building around players like Carlos, not trading them.”</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Carlos Correa trade rumors get shut down by Scott Boras

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-twins-president-on-carlos-correa-stance-amid-trade-rumors');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins president vocal on Carlos Correa stance amid trade rumors');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Twins-news-Minnesota-president-vocal-on-Carlos-Correa-stance-amid-trade-rumors.jpg"></figure><h1>Twins president vocal on Carlos Correa stance amid trade rumors</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-10T02:20:04-08:00">December 10th, 2:20am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-10T02:20:04-08:00">December 10th, 2:20am</time><address><a>Nathan Yasis</a>Nathan Yasis is an Associate Editor for ClutchPoints, specializing in the NBA.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Minnesota Twins</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>With <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/largest-contracts-mlb-history-after-juan-soto-765-million-deal">Juan Soto off the market</a>, teams that missed out on him may turn their attention to exploring a trade for Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins. Despite the Twins’ financial constraints, President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey stated on Monday that while he’s open to hearing trade proposals, he’s not looking to offload Correa’s salary without significant value in return.</p><p>“When (Correa) was on the field, he was one of the best players in the game,” said the Twins president. “Ultimately, he didn’t play as many games as we would have liked because he was dealing with the plantar fasciitis. That was unfortunate. But when he played, he was really good for us. He’s a leader. He’s a key member of the clubhouse. Obviously, you expect teams to call on players like that, especially with where we are and some of the conversations we’re having with other clubs. But we want to win, so a high bar is set.”</p><p>Following a disappointing end to last season and the Twins’ announcement that a sale would be considered, Falvey and Twins general manager Jeremy Zoll anticipated receiving trade inquiries, particularly about high-profile players like Carlos Correa.</p><h2><b>The Minnesota Twins are focused on winning</b></h2><p>While they are open to listening to offers, Falvey and Zoll remain focused on strengthening the team with the goal of winning, not selling off key assets.</p><p>The star shortstop’s performance played a significant role in the Twins’ fluctuating season. He earned his first All-Star selection since 2021, his final year with the Astros.</p><p>However, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correas-frustrated-stance-on-lingering-foot-injury">plantar fasciitis in his right foot halted Correa</a> season after the All-Star break, stalling the team’s momentum. By the time <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-carlos-correa-sets-sights-on-injury-return-but-theres-a-catch">Correa returned in mid-September</a>, Minnesota was battling to maintain a Wild Card spot, eventually falling short to division rival Detroit.</p><p>Correa’s struggles with plantar fasciitis continued in 2024, marking his second consecutive season dealing with the condition—this time affecting his right foot, after battling a similar issue with his left foot at the end of the 2023 campaign.</p><p>Along with other injury setbacks in recent years, the frustration was evident. However, the Twins remain focused on one key point: When Correa is healthy, he excels. Even after missing two months, he posted an impressive .960 OPS in September, showcasing his ability to thrive when on the field.</p><p>Considering the Twins’ financial constraints, it’s only expected that teams with larger budgets might consider pursuing Correa, who could provide a major boost to a title-contending roster. Last season, Correa posted a .310/.388/.517 batting line, with 14 home runs and 54 RBIs in 367 plate appearances, showcasing his ability to be a difference-maker when healthy.</p><h2><b>Trading Carlos Correa will be a net loss for the Twins</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Twins-Carlos-Correa-on-the-field.jpg"><figcaption>Matt Blewett-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Correa is scheduled to earn $36 million this season and is owed $128 million over the next four years. Moving his contract could free up space for the Twins to make more moves, either through signings or trades, to strengthen their roster.</p><p>However, trading Correa would also mean losing their best player, and his value would be extremely difficult to replace, regardless of how much financial flexibility Falvey and the Twins gain.</p><p>The Twins have an abundance of young infield talent, including Royce Lewis, Brooks Lee, and Edouard Julien, but Correa remains the superior option at shortstop.</p><p>It’s more likely that Falvey and Zoll will trade one of those young infielders, possibly alongside a young starter like Simeon Woods Richardson, David Festa, or Zebby Matthews, to acquire a more seasoned player who can help improve the team in 2025.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins president vocal on Carlos Correa stance amid trade rumors

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/1-trade-twins-must-make-during-offseason');   ga('set', 'title', '1 trade Twins must make during offseason');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1-trade-Twins-must-make-during-offseason.jpg"></figure><h1>1 trade Twins must make during offseason</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-11-11T05:48:00-08:00">November 11th, 5:48am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-11-11T05:48:00-08:00">November 11th, 5:48am</time><address><a>Christopher Hennessy</a>Christopher Hennessy graduated with a journalism degree from Fordham University in 2022. He has also worked at Spectrum News One in Albany, New York and with The Hockey Writers as a New York Islanders writer. Chris is originally from Connecticut and is a lifelong New York Yankees, Islanders, and Jets fan.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Mini-Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Minnesota Twins had an epic collapse that kept them out of the playoffs. While the Tigers were stealing wins, hearts, and headlines, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-joe-pohlad-sale">Minnesota was collapsing</a>. Part of the issue for the team was their starting rotation, which saw losses and poor performances change the team’s landscape. Now, the Twins should trade for a starting pitcher this offseason.</p><p>The American League Central was a bizarre division in 2024. It featured the worst team in baseball history, the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/worst-mlb-teams-history-white-sox-record-breaking-season">121-loss Chicago White Sox</a>, and three teams in the American League Division Series. The Twins are the non-White Sox team that did not make the playoffs. Their collapse left the door open for the Tigers to make the playoffs and cement themselves as the up-and-coming AL team.</p><p>One of the biggest issues for the Twins was their starting rotation. Pablo Lopez and Bailey Ober were the only pitchers to throw over 140 innings and many starters struggled. Chris Paddack had a 4.99 ERA in 17 starts, Joe Ryan was shut down in August, and David Fest struggled as the sixth starter. They have two solid options in Lopez and Ober but need a big arm to stabilize the top of the rotation.</p><p>The Twins’ 2025 offseason has plenty of questions. Ownership <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5809110/2024/10/03/minnesota-twins-payroll-offseason-moves/" rel="noopener">has been open</a> about attempting to cut payroll again after slashing expenditures by $30 million after 2023. If they go even further below 2024’s $130 million benchmark, their playoff odds will continue to dwindle. That will necessitate improvement through trades, especially in the starting rotation.</p><p>Max Fried, Blake Snell, and Corbin Burnes are the prized free agents this winter. Each of those starting pitchers will likely earn over $150 million on a long-term contract. They have many suitors but the Twins are not one of them. So who could the Twins grab to improve their rotation?</p><h2><b>Twins’ offseason trade targets</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Zac-Gallen-with-Arizona-Diamodbacls.jpg"><figcaption>Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Every team could benefit from a new starting pitcher, so trade options are few and far between. The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/1-trade-diamondbacks-make-during-offseason">Diamondbacks are one team that could trade a starting pitcher</a> this offseason. They missed the postseason after their stunning 2023 pennant win largely because of a poor offseason investment. Jordan Montgomery was brutal in his first season in the desert and just opted into a second.</p><p>The lefty has a lot of experience, dating back to 2017 with the New York Yankees. He was on the 2023 Texas Rangers who beat the Diamondbacks in the World Series and has succeeded in the playoffs. As the Twins add players to their starting rotation, they need to prioritize experience. Montgomery brings that and won’t cost a lot after a brutal 2024.</p><p>Montgomery was brought in to be the second fiddle to Zac Gallen in a strong rotation. He posted an ERA over 6 in his first 19 starts and was kicked to the bullpen. After injuries brought him back to the rotation, he still struggled and could not get them over the hump. With the Diamondbacks missing the playoffs by just one game, it’s easy to say that the Montgomery signing cost them the season.</p><p>The Twins would not have to give up a lot to pry Montgomery away from the Diamondbacks. After some controversial comments by the owner, it’s fair to assume that the pitcher will not return to the desert when he is a free agent. They may as well get out in front of that and get something back.</p><p>Gallen’s name is also in the rumor mill as he approaches unrestricted free agency. Prying the ace away from the Diamondbacks will cost much more for the Twins. While he may be the better pitcher, it is not worth giving up a top prospect when Montgomery is also available.</p><h2><b>Other pitching possibilities for Minnesota</b></h2><p>Erick Fedde is another pitcher who could be traded this offseason. He was <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/white-sox-news-erick-fedde-agree-15-million-contract-free-agency">dealt to the Cardinals</a> at the trade deadline but struggled. With the organization heading into a deep rebuild, they should be looking to trade any pending free agents. Fedde is one and the Twins know he can pitch in the AL Central after a solid half-season with the White Sox.</p><p>If the Twins do add a pitcher in free agency, it will not be a big name. Jose Quintana was spectacular down the stretch for the Mets and is one of many free agents in Queens. Sean Manaea and Luis Severino are also free agents, but they will cost much more than Quintana. With Ober taking a step forward, they don’t need to mortgage the rest of the lineup to sign a fringe ace like Manaea or Severino.</p><p>Yusei Kikuchi is another free agent who would be a great fit. The veteran lefty is also a perfect fit for the Tigers, so this would be a double-win for the Twins if they land him. Kikuchi was spectacular for the Astros after the trade deadline and will command a big market. Because he is older, it will not be a long-term contract which is huge for the Twins.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

1 trade Twins must make during offseason

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-alex-kirilloff-retirement');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins surprisingly lose veteran utility man to retirement');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Twins-news-Minnesota-surprisingly-loses-veteran-utility-man-to-retirement.jpg"></figure><h1>Twins surprisingly lose veteran utility man to retirement</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-10-31T10:37:27-07:00">October 31st, 10:37am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-10-31T10:40:03-07:00">October 31st, 10:40am</time><address><a>Andrew Meyers</a>Andrew Meyers is an avid sports fan with a fondness for Philadelphia teams that rarely love him back. He has two degrees from Quinnipiac University, including a master's in sports journalism. Outside of ClutchPoints, Meyers does play-by-play broadcasting for various colleges in the northeast.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Minnesota Twins</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Deciding to retire is never easy for a player. Having to do so because of injuries is something many athletes go through. Minnesota Twins 2016 first-round pick Alex Kirilloff announced his retirement Thursday morning, citing the mental and physical tolls of his ailments.</p><p>Kirilloff called an end to his baseball career nine days before his 27th birthday. He spent his <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-joe-pohlad-sale">entire MLB career with the Twins</a>, who took him 15th overall in the 2016 draft.</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">After nine seasons in professional baseball, I’m announcing my decision to step away from the game today. Baseball has always been a cornerstone of my life. Starting with my childhood in western Pennsylvania, where I grew up as the son of a baseball coach. Spending countless…</p><p>— Alex Kirilloff (@AKirilloff19) <a href="https://twitter.com/AKirilloff19/status/1851996058777157882?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 31, 2024</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://instagram.com/embed.js"></script></p></figure><p>“Spending countless hours in the batting cages, hitting hundreds of balls daily, fueled my dream of playing Major League Baseball,” Kirilloff said via his <a href="https://x.com/AKirilloff19/status/1851996058777157882" rel="noopener">X account</a>. “Living that dream has been an absolute joy – and this journey has been filled with unforgettable moments, challenges that led to growth, and lasting experiences that have enriched my life beyond measure.”</p><p>Kirilloff made his MLB debut with the Twins in the 2020 playoffs and appeared in at least 45 games each of the next four seasons. He never played more than 88 games in a year, appearing in only 249 regular season games across his four MLB seasons.</p><p>Back issues limited him to 58 total games in the majors and minors. Kirilloff’s last MLB game was June 11.</p><h2><b>Twins try to avoid missing the playoffs again</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/wins-Alex-Kirilloff.jpg"><figcaption>Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>As the Twins begin their offseason, they do so knowing they’ll be without a potential fourth outfielder and key bench piece in Alex Kirilloff. Losing Kirilloff isn’t a huge detriment to the Twins but it’s nice when early retirements can be avoided.</p><p>Long story short, Kirilloff will be missed more in the clubhouse than on the field. The Twins have bigger problems than worrying about his replacement after a September collapse that was unbelievably poor.</p><p>Minnesota won nine games in the regular season’s final month, losing seven of their last eight to crash out of the American League playoff picture. They held a playoff position all summer but floundered during the final two weeks.</p><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-gm-leaves-team-missing-postseason">Twins have now missed the playoffs in three of the past four seasons</a>. Although there are three division titles during this stretch (since 2019), the Twins are creeping back into their 2010s history, one that includes no playoff berths from 2011 through 2016.</p><p>Changes need to be made, perhaps the biggest one being the health of the Twins. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-breakdown-late-season-collapse-wont-make-fans-happy">Injuries hurt them in several areas in 2024</a> and just forced a once-promising prospect to retire at 26. Often it’s the healthiest team who’s triumphant in the end. The Twins could use plenty of that in 2025.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins surprisingly lose veteran utility man to retirement

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-former-all-star-eye-opening-minnesota-ownership-admission');   ga('set', 'title', 'Former All-Star drops eye-opening Minnesota ownership admission');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Former-All-Star-drops-eye-opening-Minnesota-ownership-admission.jpg"></figure><h1>Former All-Star drops eye-opening Minnesota ownership admission</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-10-12T13:32:10-07:00">October 12th, 1:32pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-10-12T13:32:10-07:00">October 12th, 1:32pm</time><address><a>Matt De Lima</a>Matt De Lima is an Associate Editor for NFL and college football at ClutchPoints. He has been covering sports for over 12 years at sites like Sports Illustrated, The Game Day, and countless others. Born and raised in California, he is a graduate of Virginia Tech and a diehard Hokies fan who now resides in southern Maryland.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>While on Foul Territory, former Cleveland Guardians All-Star Jason Kipnis had no issues slamming <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-joe-pohlad-sale">the Minnesota Twins ownership</a> after it was recently announced that the Pohlad family, which has owned the organization for the last 40 years, is <a href="https://x.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/1845117224811626631" rel="noopener">exploring a sale</a>.</p><p>“They can’t ever publicly say this. Now that I’m out of the game, I’ve gotta be the one to say it for [the current players]. Players are pissed off. The ones that have been there for a few years and you know your ownership… When you think you’re in the window, when you know you are in the window because you just had a playoff run, and your ownership is not going to help you? Not only are they not going to go out and help you, but they’re going to deduct from your roster? You’re pissed off as a player and you’re already trying to find your way out of that franchise. It sucks.”</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Even though they'd never say it publicly, Jason Kipnis says Twins players were likely very pissed off to be under bad ownership.</p><p>"You are in the window because you just had a playoff run, and your ownership's not gonna help you? .. It sucks." <a href="https://t.co/jp2JIZ2lV4">pic.twitter.com/jp2JIZ2lV4</a></p><p>— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/1845117224811626631?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 12, 2024</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>Kipnis played for 10 years in the majors, nine with the Cleveland Guardians from 2011 to 2019.</p><h2><b>Minnesota Twins ownership claims to be not profitable</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Twins-Jim-Pohlad-schmoozing-before-a-game.jpg"><figcaption>© David Berding-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>In July, the Twins were mentioned as having financial limitations in a <a href="https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2024/07/twins-reportedly-working-with-payroll-limitations-at-trade-deadline.html" rel="noopener">trade deadline article</a> by ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Last November, Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey told the media the team would be reducing payroll due to reduced revenue coming from the club’s TV contract.</p><p>On Thursday, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-joe-pohlad-sale">Twins ownership announced their decision</a> to explore a sale.</p><p>“After months of thoughtful consideration, our family reached a decision this summer to explore selling the Twins,” Twins executive chair Joe Pohlad wrote. “As we enter the next phase of this process, the time is right to make this decision public.”</p><p>“It’s our objective to find an ownership group who all of us can be proud of and who will take care of the Minnesota Twins,” Pohlad continued. “After four decades of commitment, passion, and countless memories, we are looking toward the future with care and intention–for our family, the Twins organization, and this community we love so much.”</p><p>Major League Baseball’s most recent sale, David Rubenstein’s purchase of the Baltimore Orioles during the summer, netted $1.725 billion. Before that, Steve Cohen bought the New York Mets for $2.4 billion in 2020.</p><p>Only the New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Phillies have been led by the same owners for longer than the Twins. The Pohlad family bought the Twins for $44 million in 1984. The organization is estimated to be worth between $1.5 and $2 billion.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Former All-Star drops eye-opening Minnesota ownership admission

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He is also a producer at MLB Network Radio and covers college basketball for A10Talk. David graduated from George Washington in 2023, where he was the radio play-by-play broadcaster for their Men's and Women's Basketball teams.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>After a heartbreaking end to the regular season that saw the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-make-final-rocco-baldelli-decision-epic-collapse">Minnesota Twins fall out of the postseason picture</a>, it looks big changes could be coming to the organization.</p><p>The Pohlad family, who have owned the Twins for the last 40 years, put out a press release on Thursday morning announcing their intent to <a href="https://twitter.com/dohyoungpark/status/1844397107127648542?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet" rel="noopener">explore selling</a> the team, per Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com.</p><p>“After months of thoughtful consideration, our family reached a decision this summer to explore selling the Twins,” Twins executive chair Joe Pohlad wrote. “As we enter the next phase of this process, the time is right to make this decision public.”</p><p>“It’s our objective to find an ownership group who all of us can be proud of and who will take care of the Minnesota Twins,” Pohlad continued. “After four decades of commitment, passion, and countless memories, we are looking toward the future with care and intention–for our family, the Twins organization, and this community we love so much.”</p><p>The Pohlad’s are the third-longest tenured ownership group in Major League Baseball, trailing only the Steinbrenner family, who took control of the New York Yankees in 1973 and Jerry Reinsdorf, who bought the White Sox in 1981. During the Pohlad’s owning the Twins, they helped win two World Series in 1987 and 1991 and won nine AL Central titles in the 21st century.</p><p>This is not the only organizational change happening for the Twins, with longtime general manager <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-gm-leaves-team-missing-postseason">Thad Levine also departing from the front office</a>.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins’ Joe Pohlad mulling sale after late-season collapse

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-gm-leaves-team-missing-postseason');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins GM leaves team after missing postseason');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/10-04-24-levine-featured.jpeg"></figure><h1>Twins GM leaves team after missing postseason</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-10-04T09:18:25-07:00">October 4th, 9:18am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-10-04T09:22:48-07:00">October 4th, 9:22am</time><address><a>David Korn</a>David Korn is an MLB associate editor at ClutchPoints. He is also a producer at MLB Network Radio and covers college basketball for A10Talk. David graduated from George Washington in 2023, where he was the radio play-by-play broadcaster for their Men's and Women's Basketball teams.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-make-final-rocco-baldelli-decision-epic-collapse">Minnesota Twins had a disappointing late-season collapse</a> that led to them missing the postseason. Now, the Twins’ front office is seeing a major shakeup.</p><p>Thad Levine is <a href="https://www.mlb.com/press-release/press-release-twins-announce-leadership-transition" rel="noopener">stepping down</a> as Twins’ general manager to “pursue new challenges and opportunities, both inside and outside of baseball,” the team announced on Friday.</p><p>“I am grateful to the Pohlad family, Derek Falvey and Dave St. Peter for providing me with such a comprehensive leadership opportunity spanning the last eight years of my career,” Levine said in the announcement. “The time is right for me to pursue my next enriching, professional challenge. I will forever cherish the friendships that I have made in the Minnesota Twins organization and throughout Twins Territory.”</p><p>Falvey, who will remain as the Twins’ president of baseball operations, also addressed Levine’s departure.</p><p>“Thad’s impact on the Minnesota Twins cannot be overstated,” Falvey said. “He has been a true partner and leader, always striving to elevate the organization and care for the people around him. Thad helped create a strong team culture, one focused on excellence and collaboration, that will continue well into the future. While we will miss his leadership, we are equally excited to see the next chapter of his journey unfold, and we wish him nothing but success in his future endeavors. I want to personally thank him for everything he has done to help us get better every day.”</p><p>It is clear that Levine is now open to a job as a team’s primary decision maker. Based on his success with the Twins, he should have no problem finding a new opportunity. As decisions continue to be made and front office positions open up around baseball in the coming weeks, expect Levine to be at the top of teams’ lists.</p><h2><b>Thad Levine’s tenure with the Minnesota Twins</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/10-04-24-levine-image.jpeg"><figcaption>© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Levine has found significant success in his eight years with the Twins since joining the organization in 2016 to become their senior vice president and general manager. Levine won three AL Central division titles, made the postseason four times, won the Twins’ first postseason series since 2002 in 2023 and oversaw some huge free agency moves and trades.</p><p>An especially shrewd decision that Levine helped make was <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-drops-silver-lining-revelation-after-free-agency-debacle">signing shortstop Carlos Correa</a> to a below-market deal following a drawn-out free agency during the 2022-23 offseason.</p><p>Before joining the Twins in 2016, Levine spent 11 years as assistant general manager of the Texas Rangers following 12 years in the Colorado Rockies organization.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins GM leaves team after missing postseason

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-make-final-rocco-baldelli-decision-epic-collapse');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins make final Rocco Baldelli decision after epic collapse');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Minnesota-makes-final-Rocco-Baldelli-decision-after-epic-collapse.jpg"></figure><h1>Twins make final Rocco Baldelli decision after epic collapse</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-29T12:10:40-07:00">September 29th, 12:10pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-29T12:11:27-07:00">September 29th, 12:11pm</time><address><a>Benjamin Adducchio</a>Benjamin Adducchio is a journalist and writer with more than a decade of experience in covering sports news. Ben is a passionate sports fan who loves college football, basketball, and the New York Yankees.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Minnesota Twins are sticking with their skipper. Twins manager Rocco Baldelli <a href="https://x.com/DanHayesMLB/status/1840453035149217868" rel="noopener">is returning to the team</a> in 2025, per The Athletic. Baldelli’s fate was uncertain previously, after Minnesota <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-rocco-baldelli-shares-striking-admission-amid-fans-firing-request">fell apart this season</a>. The Twins are eliminated from playoff contention despite holding a 70-53 record in August.</p><p>One reason Baldelli may be keeping his job is because of what he did in 2023. The manager helped the Minnesota franchise get to the American League playoffs last season. The Twins manager says he understands the current frustration from the fanbase.</p><p>“The fans, I think, have a right to feel <a href="https://www.startribune.com/twins-manager-rocco-baldelli-responds-to-the-fire-rocco-chants-at-target-field/601153583" rel="noopener">almost any way they choose</a>,” Baldelli said, per the Minnesota Star Tribune. “I believe that. Frankly, any time we haven’t had success here, I’ve heard them in the stadium, and that’s part of managing a Major League Baseball team.</p><p>“I respect the fans. The Minnesota Twins fans showed me last year when we were in the playoffs amazing things, things that can change the outcome of a game in favor of their team. You can’t have greater passion than what I saw. If I’m going to accept that, take that and enjoy that, then I’ll also take the criticism when things don’t go well.”</p><h2>Behind the Twins collapse in 2024</h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/09-25-24-wallner-image.jpeg"><figcaption>© Peter Aiken-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Minnesota went 12-25 following the date of August 17. The Twins are about to finish the season with at least 82 wins, but nowhere near the high mark they saw in mid August. The Twins have lost 8 of their last 10 games, and fans certainly do have a bad taste in their mouth.</p><p>There’s reason to believe in Borelli, despite the struggles. The manager was AL Manager of the Year in 2019, and has won the AL Central three times in his tenure. That includes during the 2023 campaign. Still, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-rocco-baldelli-rally-cry-despite-worrying-injury-pile-up">the team didn’t finish</a> the 2024 campaign the way that the Twins and their fans wanted.</p><p>“I feel like most of the blame should be on the players,” Twins pitcher Bailey Ober said.</p><p>This is the second time in three years that Minnesota faded in the last portion of the season. The last time this happened was in 2022, when the Twins lost 29 of the club’s last 45 games. Again, the collapse began in mid August. Next season, Twins fans will surely be keeping a close eye on what happens in the final six weeks or so of the campaign.</p><p>Minnesota plays the final game of its 2024 season Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles. The first pitch is scheduled for 3:10 Eastern.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins make final Rocco Baldelli decision after epic collapse

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-rocco-baldelli-shares-striking-admission-amid-fans-firing-request');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins’ Rocco Baldelli shares striking admission amid fans’ firing request');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Twins-Rocco-Baldelli-shares-striking-admission-amid-fans-firing-request.jpg"></figure><h1>Twins’ Rocco Baldelli shares striking admission amid fans’ firing request</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-29T08:31:54-07:00">September 29th, 8:31am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-29T08:32:13-07:00">September 29th, 8:32am</time><address><a>Quinn Allen</a>Quinn Allen is a Senior Associate Editor with ClutchPoints. He specializes mainly in soccer, basketball, and baseball. When Quinn isn't producing content for CP,  he's writing sports betting predictions for numerous sites across North America.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>After collapsing over the last month and a half, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-breakdown-late-season-collapse-wont-make-fans-happy">the Minnesota Twins will officially miss the 2024 MLB Playoffs</a>, with the Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals earning their berths as Wild Card teams instead. Throughout the week, manager Rocco Baldelli heard “Fire Rocco” chants from the fans at Target Field and was asked about them post-game on Saturday.</p><p>Baldelli kept it real, making it clear they <a href="https://www.startribune.com/twins-manager-rocco-baldelli-responds-to-the-fire-rocco-chants-at-target-field/601153583" rel="noopener">have every right</a> to feel a type of way about the Twins failing to live up to expectations.</p><p>Via Bobby Nightengale:</p><p>“The fans, I think, have a right to feel almost any way they choose,” Baldelli said. “I believe that. Frankly, any time we haven’t had success here, I’ve heard them in the stadium, and that’s part of managing a Major League Baseball team.</p><p>“I respect the fans. The Minnesota Twins fans showed me last year when we were in the playoffs amazing things, things that can change the outcome of a game in favor of their team. You can’t have greater passion than what I saw. If I’m going to accept that, take that and enjoy that, then I’ll also take the criticism when things don’t go well.”</p><p>The Twins only won 12 of their final 37 games to close out the regular season.</p><h2><b>Twins’ collapse not on Baldelli</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/In-line-image-of-Twins-Rocco-Baldelli.jpg"><figcaption>David Richard-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Baseball is a team sport. All Baldelli can do is put his best players on the diamond and hope they perform. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-poison-comment-rocco-baldelli">The reality is they didn’t</a>. Minnesota hit just .219 in the month of September and a mere .235 since the All-Star break. They weren’t great on the mound either, compiling a 4.45 ERA post-All-Star break.</p><p>Baldelli’s contract runs through 2025 and he admitted that being fired hasn’t exactly been on his mind:</p><p>“I’ve never stressed out about that,” Baldelli said. “I stress out about the way we play. I stress out about the results and the process for us to get to those results. I don’t go to bed thinking about my job. I go to bed thinking about the job we do and how we need to do it better. And that’s the reality of it. We’ll let things play out.”</p><p>“I’m fully motivated and enjoy what I do,” Baldelli said. “I appreciate our organization and our fans. That goes without saying, but I still feel as passionately today about doing the job as I did the day I took it.”</p><p>Starter Bailey Ober gave his take on the blame being put on Baldelli’s shoulders, saying it’s not his fault:</p><p>“I feel like most of the blame should be on the players,” Ober said. “But everyone’s entitled to their own opinion. If the players hear that, I don’t think anyone is really agreeing with that. It’s like, seriously, can’t you see what’s going on? He’s not the one at fault for this mishap that happened. We didn’t get it done.”</p><p>The Twins head into the season finale on Sunday with an 82-79 record. With Baldelli at the helm, Minnesota has made the playoffs three times in his six years in charge of the organization.</p><p> </p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins’ Rocco Baldelli shares striking admission amid fans’ firing request

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/orioles-vs-twins-prediction-odds-pick-9-29-2024');   ga('set', 'title', 'Orioles vs. Twins prediction, odds, pick – 9/29/2024');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Orioles_vs._Twins_prediction_odds_pick_how_to_watch.jpg"></figure><h1>Orioles vs. Twins prediction, odds, pick – 9/29/2024</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-29T06:27:55-07:00">September 29th, 6:27am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-29T06:27:55-07:00">September 29th, 6:27am</time><address><a>Garrett Kerman</a>Garrett Kerman also goes by the name of The Fight Analyst. He covers all combat sports, from MMA, to boxing, to even bare-knuckle. He is also very well-versed in all American sports when it comes to news and betting analysis. Whether you want betting advice or some breaking news, Garrett is your guy.2024 YTD Record |NBA: 55-41 |NCAAB: 6-8 |MMA: 74-30 |Overall: 135-79</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Betting</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Albert Suarez will take the mound for the Orioles in their season finale against the Twins on Sunday. It’s time to continue our MLB odds <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/betting" rel="noopener">series</a> with a Orioles-Twins prediction and pick.</p><h2><b>Orioles-Twins Projected Starters </b></h2><p><b>Albert Suarez </b>vs. <b>Bailey Ober</b></p><p><b>Albert Suarez </b>(8-7) with a 3.74 ERA and a 1.32 WHIP</p><p>Last Start: Albert Suarez took the loss Sunday against Detroit, allowing four earned runs on five hits and one walk in five innings. He struck out six.</p><p>2024 Road Splits: Albert Suarez has been solid on the road where he has a 5-3 record with a 3.53 ERA and 1.34 WHIP.</p><p><b>Bailey Ober </b>(12-8) with a 3.94 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP</p><p>Last Start: Bailey Ober took allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out seven over five innings, taking the loss versus the Marlins on Tuesday.</p><p>2024 Home Splits: Bailey Ober has pitched well at home than where he is 7-4 with a 4.27  ERA and 1.12 WHIP</p><p><b><i>Here are the <a href="https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/mlb" rel="noopener">MLB Odds</a>, courtesy of FanDuel. </i></b></p><h2><b>MLB Odds: Orioles-Twins Odds</b></h2><p>Baltimore Orioles: +1.5 (-154)</p><p>Moneyline: +142</p><p>Minnesota Twins: -1.5 (+128)</p><p>Moneyline: -168</p><p>Over: 7.5 (-110)</p><p>Under: 7.5 (-110)</p><h2><b>How to Watch Orioles vs. Twins </b></h2><p>Time: 3:10 PM ET/12:10 PM PT</p><p>TV: Bally Sports North, Mid-Atlantic Sports Network, MLB Extra Innings</p><p>Stream: fuboTV (<a href="https://www.fubo.tv/stream/mlb/?irad=377812&amp;irmp=492408" rel="noopener sponsored">Free Trial</a>)</p><h2><b>Why The Orioles Will Cover The Spread/Win</b></h2><p>As the 2024 MLB season draws to a close, the Baltimore Orioles are poised to end on a high note against the Minnesota Twins in Sunday’s finale at Target Field. With Albert Suarez taking the mound for the Orioles, there are compelling reasons to believe they will secure a victory over Bailey Ober and the Twins.</p><p>Albert Suarez has shown remarkable improvement in his recent starts, demonstrating better command and an expanded pitch repertoire. His ability to keep hitters off-balance with a mix of pitches has been particularly effective, as evidenced by his quality starts in six of his 23 outings this season. The Orioles boast one of the most potent offenses in the league, ranking second in home runs and third in slugging percentage. Their ability to score runs consistently gives Suarez a significant cushion and puts pressure on the opposing pitcher.</p><p>With the Twins officially eliminated from playoff contention, there may be a lack of motivation in their dugout. This psychological edge could play into the Orioles’ hands, allowing them to capitalize on any lapses in focus or intensity from the Twins.</p><p>Baltimore has been playing strong baseball, as evidenced by their recent performances against the Twins with their victory on Saturday. The team’s confidence and cohesion should carry over into this final game of the season. While the Orioles have secured their playoff position, this game provides an opportunity to fine-tune their performance before the postseason begins. This added motivation to perform well could give them an edge over a Twins team with nothing left to play for.</p><p>The combination of Suarez’s improved pitching, the Orioles’ powerful offense, the Twins’ potential lack of motivation, and Baltimore’s momentum creates a favorable scenario for an Orioles victory in the season finale.</p><h2><b>Why The Twins Will Cover The Spread/Win</b></h2><p>As the 2024 MLB season comes to a close, the Minnesota Twins are poised to end on a high note against the Baltimore Orioles in Sunday’s finale at Target Field. With Bailey Ober taking the mound for the Twins, there are compelling reasons to believe they will secure a victory over Albert Suarez and the Orioles.</p><p>Bailey Ober has been particularly effective at Target Field this season, demonstrating better command and consistency in front of the home crowd. His ability to use the park’s dimensions to his advantage gives the Twins a significant edge in this matchup. For the Twins, this game represents an opportunity to end their season on a positive note in front of their home fans. This added motivation should fuel their performance and drive them to victory against the playoff-bound Orioles.</p><p>While Albert Suarez has shown flashes of brilliance this season, he’s also been inconsistent, particularly on the road. In his last outing, he gave up four earned runs in five innings, suggesting he may be vulnerable to the Twins’ offense. The combination of Ober’s home field comfort, the Twins’ offensive momentum, the Orioles’ potential road fatigue, and Minnesota’s motivation to finish strong creates a favorable scenario for a Twins victory in the season finale.</p><h2><b>Final Orioles</b><b>-Twins Prediction &amp; Pick</b></h2><p>In this season finale, expect a closely contested battle between the Orioles and Twins at Target Field. Bailey Ober’s recent dominance, including his impressive 12-strikeout performance, gives the Twins a slight edge. However, Albert Suarez has shown flashes of brilliance for the Orioles. The Orioles’ powerful offense, ranking second in home runs, could pose a challenge for Ober. Ultimately, the Twins’ motivation to end their season on a high note at home, coupled with Ober’s strong form, should propel them to a narrow victory. The game could come down to bullpen performance in the later innings.</p><p><b>Final Orioles-Twins Prediction &amp; Pick: Minnesota Twins ML (-168), Over 7.5 (-110)</b></p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Orioles vs. Twins prediction, odds, pick – 9/29/2024

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-carlos-correa-breakdown-late-season-collapse-wont-make-fans-happy');   ga('set', 'title', 'Carlos Correa’s breakdown of Twins’ late-season collapse won’t make fans happy');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Twins-news-Carlos-Correaa-breakdown-of-Minnesotas-late-season-collapse-wont-make-fans-happy.jpg"></figure><h1>Carlos Correa’s breakdown of Twins’ late-season collapse won’t make fans happy</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-28T12:19:14-07:00">September 28th, 12:19pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-28T12:26:58-07:00">September 28th, 12:26pm</time><address><a>Mike Gianakos</a>Mike Gianakos is the former editor-in-chief of High Times magazine, where he also spearheaded the video department and event production. He is a longtime podcaster and even longer suffering NY Jets fan.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Minnesota Twins were eliminated from playoff contention after losing to the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. The Twins entered the game needing to close out the regular season with a sweep of the Orioles in their three-game home series. The team also needed help from the Detroit Tigers and the Kansas City Royals in order to clinch an AL Wild Card berth. Unfortunately, Minnesota couldn’t keep their postseason hopes alive, falling to Baltimore 7-2 in the opening game of the series.</p><p>Veteran shortstop <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-poison-comment-rocco-baldelli">Carlos Correa had been vocal about the Twins’</a> late-season collapse, seemingly taking a shot at his teammates and manager Rocco Baldelli with comments criticizing the team’s preparation and lack of urgency.</p><p>Following Friday’s playoff elimination, Correa offered his take on why the Twins missed out on the postseason for the third time in the last four years. “Everybody <a href="https://x.com/dohyoungpark/status/1839891244983394410" rel="noopener">runs out of gas</a> at the end of the year. The season is damn long. The guys that stay resilient and the guys that stay strong mentally are the guys that succeed. We did not do any of those things. Being tired is an excuse that’s not valid at this point,” the three-time All-Star said, via MLB.com’s Do-Hyoung Park on X.</p><p>Correa put together a solid season for the Twins in limited time. He has 20 doubles, 14 home runs, 54 RBI and 55 run scored with a .905 OPS, an OPS+ of 152 and 3.8 bWAR for Minnesota. The problem is the 29-year-old former Gold Glove winner only played 86 games for the Twins this season.</p><h2><b>Carlos Correa speaks out about Twins’ disappointing season</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Carlos-Correa.jpg"><figcaption>Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The 10-year veteran suffered through an injury-plagued year in Minnesota. He <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-dealt-crushing-injury-update-hot-start-2024-campaign">landed on the 10-day injured list in mid April</a>, missing 16 games with a right oblique strain. Correa was able to return by the end of the month and played well until he was again knocked out of the Twins lineup, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-lands-on-il-after-all-star-break">hitting the IL with plantar fasciitis.</a> The injury cost him 53 games during a crucial two-month stretch of the season from mid July to mid September.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-minnesota-gets-crucial-carlos-correa-boost-before-playoffs">Correa was able to return to Minnesota’s lineup</a> in time for a playoff push on September 14. He performed well for the team, slashing .325/.460/.500 in the 11-game stretch from his return through Friday’s loss to the Orioles. But his presence was not enough to save the Twins’ season.</p><p>Minnesota looked like a lock to clinch a Wild Card berth as recently as August. However, the team could only muster a 28-36 record since returning from the All-Star break. Meanwhile, their AL Central rivals the Detroit Tigers surprised the baseball world, catching fire in the second half of the season. The Tigers went 39-24 since the Midsummer Classic, the third best record in MLB in that stretch.</p><p>Despite selling at the deadline, dealing starter <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/dodgers-news-los-angeles-jack-flaherty-tigers-trade">Jack Flaherty to the Los Angeles Dodgers</a>, the Tigers held onto <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/tigers-news-tarik-skubal-shares-big-goal-amid-cy-young-caliber-campaign-win-vs-yankees">AL Cy Young contender Tarik Skubal</a>. The team stunningly surpassed the Twins and clinched a playoff berth. They currently hold the second AL Wild Card spot.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Carlos Correa’s breakdown of Twins’ late-season collapse won’t make fans happy

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-nightmare-seeding-matchup-2024-mlb-playoffs');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins’ nightmare seeding scenario, matchup for 2024 MLB Playoffs');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Twins-nightmare-seeding-scenario-matchup-for-2024-MLB-Playoffs.jpg"></figure><h1>Twins’ nightmare seeding scenario, matchup for 2024 MLB Playoffs</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-27T11:04:54-07:00">September 27th, 11:04am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-27T11:04:54-07:00">September 27th, 11:04am</time><address><a>Brayden Haena</a>Brayden Haena is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints. A die-hard San Francisco Giants fan and a football fanatic, Brayden further channels his baseball enthusiasm through his podcast, where he delves into the latest in sports with engaging commentary. He also serves as the Defensive Coordinator for Heritage High School. His commitment to sports journalism is evident in his diverse experiences with ContraCosta.news and his dedication to delivering compelling and insightful content.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Mini-Editorials</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>As the 2024 MLB regular season comes to an end, the Minnesota Twins find themselves in a precarious position in the playoff race, grappling with not only <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-playoff-hopes-matt-wallner-injury">the challenge of securing a postseason berth</a> but also the prospect of a daunting matchup against the New York Yankees should they advance.</p><p>With just three games remaining and trailing in the AL Central standings, the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-poison-comment-rocco-baldelli">Twins’ postseason dreams</a> hang by a thread, compounded by a potential clash with a dominant Yankees team. According to ESPN analytics, the Twins hold a mere 4% chance of making the postseason. They sit three games behind the Kansas City Royals and the Detroit Tigers.</p><p>The path ahead is fraught with challenges, particularly because three of their remaining four games are against the Baltimore Orioles, who have been formidable this season, securing the #1 spot in the AL Wild Card race and securing a postseason berth. The Orioles are in second place behind the Yankees in the AL East but held first place in the division back in June.</p><h2><b>The Twins should be scared of the Yankees</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aaron-Judge.jpg"><figcaption>Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The Yankees, on the other hand, have established themselves as the powerhouse of the AL, boasting the best record in the league at 93-66, translating to a winning percentage of .585. Their performance has been particularly impressive against AL Central teams, with a <a href="https://www.statmuse.com/mlb/ask/yankees-record-this-season-vs-al-central" rel="noopener">24-7 record</a>, including a perfect 6-0 against the Twins themselves. This dominance is highlighted by the Yankees’ stellar run differential of +152, the highest in MLB, and a robust 55-38 record against teams with a winning percentage over .500.</p><p>Looking at the postseason odds, the Yankees are not only favored to make a deep run but also to win the World Series, holding the best odds in the AL at 16.2%, as <a href="https://www.fangraphs.com/standings/playoff-odds" rel="noopener">per Fangraphs</a> data. In stark contrast, the Twins have a slim 0.1% chance of winning the championship, reflecting the significant disparity in performance and expectations between the two teams.</p><p>The potential first-round matchup with the Yankees is nothing short of a nightmare scenario for the Twins. The Yankees have been particularly formidable in the second half of the season, looking nearly unstoppable. The Twins, meanwhile, have struggled to find consistency, and their path to even making the postseason is riddled with obstacles, primarily due to their upcoming series against the high-flying Orioles.</p><p>This season has demonstrated the Yankees’ ability to dominate the Twins, which will certainly spell trouble for Minnesota should they face off in October. The psychological edge the Yankees hold just from the name itself, combined with their on-field performance, could be a decisive factor in a playoff series. For the Twins, the memory of their regular-season struggles against New York could loom large, potentially affecting their confidence and strategy.</p><p>The Twins have had a history of little to no success when it comes to the postseason. Prior to a sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2023 AL Wild Card series, the Twins had lost an astounding eighteen consecutive postseason games. At the time, this was a record across all major North American sports. <a href="https://www.mlb.com/twins/history/postseason-results" rel="noopener">Four straight series</a> came against the Yankees, all resulting in Wild Card game losses.</p><p>Moreover, the Twins’ journey to this point has been marked by ups and downs. While they have shown flashes of brilliance and resilience, the inconsistency in their play has left them vulnerable, particularly in high-stakes games. The pressure of the postseason, coupled with the Yankees’ prowess, could be a daunting challenge.</p><p>The Twins’ focus, therefore, must be twofold: securing a postseason berth by navigating through their remaining games with wins, and preparing for the possibility of facing a Yankees team that has had their number all season. This preparation involves not only strategic planning and adjustments by the coaching staff but also mental fortification among the players to overcome the daunting odds.</p><p>As the Twins vie for a spot in the postseason, they face a dual challenge: making the playoffs against tough opponents and the prospect of a challenging series against the Yankees. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-minnesota-gets-crucial-carlos-correa-boost-before-playoffs">The final games of the season will be critical</a> in determining their fate, and should they advance, their readiness to tackle the Yankees will be paramount. The task is formidable, but in baseball, as in any sport, the unexpected can happen, especially in the pressure cooker of postseason play. The Twins’ resolve and resilience will be put to the ultimate test in the coming days.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins’ nightmare seeding scenario, matchup for 2024 MLB Playoffs

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-willi-castro-mlb-history');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins’ Willi Castro completes bonkers feat not done before in MLB history');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Twins-news-Willi-Castro-completes-bonkers-feat-not-done-before-in-MLB-history.jpg"></figure><h1>Twins’ Willi Castro completes bonkers feat not done before in MLB history</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-27T08:06:18-07:00">September 27th, 8:06am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-27T08:06:18-07:00">September 27th, 8:06am</time><address><a>Andrew Meyers</a>Andrew Meyers is an avid sports fan with a fondness for Philadelphia teams that rarely love him back. He has two degrees from Quinnipiac University, including a master's in sports journalism. Outside of ClutchPoints, Meyers does play-by-play broadcasting for various colleges in the northeast.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The ability to play multiple positions is a skill that can keep a player around baseball for a long time. It also makes them quite valuable if they can perform at a high level in several positions. Perhaps no player embodies that better than Minnesota Twins utility player Willi Castro.</p><p>Castro made MLB history last Sunday when he started at third base for the Twins in the second game of a doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox. Castro is the <a href="https://x.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/1839475625406648557" rel="noopener">first player</a> to appear in at least 25 games at five different positions, per the Twins broadcast.</p><p>Thanks to his versatility, Castro has played in all but three games this season. He’s appeared in 56 games at shortstop, 40 at second base, 32 in left field, 30 in center field, and 27 at third base, logging at least 200 innings at three.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-willi-castro-all-star-honor-jose-altuve-injury">Castro was a first-time MLB All-Star</a> after he posted solid numbers in the first half. Those included 90 hits, 22 doubles and a .774 OPS. For the season, Castro has a .248/.333/.388/.721 slash line with 31 doubles, 12 home runs, 60 RBIs and 89 runs scored, all career-highs for the sixth-year Twin.</p><p>It’s not always easy for a player to maintain even decent numbers while playing all over the diamond. Willi Castro has done more than that while scattering his skills across more than half the positions on the field. He’s even taken the mound, tossing 1 1/3 scoreless innings. He does not have a strikeout in five career pitching appearances.</p><h2><b>Twins collapse nearly complete after disaster September</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Willi-Castro-Twins.jpg"><figcaption>Matt Blewett-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Twins fans are having a hard time wrapping their heads around Minnesota’s end to the season, one that will likely not include a trip to the playoffs. The Twins need to sweep the Baltimore Orioles and hope the Kansas City Royals or Detroit Tigers get swept this weekend. That is the only possible scenario the Twins clinch a playoff berth.</p><p>It seemed inevitable that they would just six weeks ago. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-playoff-hopes-matt-wallner-injury">Injuries hurt the Twins</a> but it’s still tough to fathom how bad they’ve been since mid-August. Minnesota has only one series win in September and two across its last 11. The Twins were in a playoff position every day for over three months. Their season is probably ending before October.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-fatal-flaw-prevent-mlb-playoffs">Minnesota is reeling</a>. Much of its offense, including Willi Castro, has gone cold this month. You can’t win ballgames if you don’t score runs. The Twins were held to two or fewer runs in 12 of their last 27 games.</p><p>It has raised questions about <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-carlos-correa-poison-comment-rocco-baldelli">manager Rocco Baldelli’s job status</a> for 2025. More than anything, though, it’s on the players. A lack of execution and adjustments led to a major slump at the worst time for the Twins lineup.</p><p>It’s tough for the Twins to find a silver lining this season. They entered the defending AL Central champs and were the favorite to repeat. Instead, they’ll miss the playoffs entirely.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Twins’ Willi Castro completes bonkers feat not done before in MLB history

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/orioles-vs-twins-prediction-odds-pick-9-27-2024');   ga('set', 'title', 'Orioles vs. Twins prediction, odds, pick – 9/27/2024');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Orioles_vs._Twins_prediction_odds_pick_how_to_watch.jpg"></figure><h1>Orioles vs. Twins prediction, odds, pick – 9/27/2024</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-27T06:51:13-07:00">September 27th, 6:51am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-27T06:51:48-07:00">September 27th, 6:51am</time><address><a>Dominik Zawartko</a>Dominik Zawartko is a Michigan State graduate with a degree in Political Science and English. Having previously worked in the nonprofit and legal sectors, he decided to pursue his true love of writing with ClutchPoints. Dominik's hobbies include painting, cooking food, training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and always having a laugh. His main focus areas are UFC coverage and all things sneakers.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Betting</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for today’s upcoming slate of MLB action as the Regular Season draws to a close. The <b>Baltimore Orioles </b>will visit the <b>Minnesota Twins </b>for the final three-game series of the season. It’s time to continue our MLB odds <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/betting" rel="noopener">series</a> with a Orioles-Twins prediction and pick.</p><h2><b>Orioles-Twins Projected Starters </b></h2><p><b>Cade Povich (LHP)</b> vs. <b>Pablo Lopez (RHP)</b></p><p><b>Cade Povich</b> (2-9) with a 5.59 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, 67 K, 74.0 IP</p><p>Last Start: 9/21 vs. DET (L) – 5.0 IP, 2 ER, 7 K</p><p>2024 Road Splits: (0-5) with a 9.75 ERA, .283 OBA, 47 K, 50.0 IP</p><p><b>Pablo Lopez</b> (15-9) with a 4.11 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 190 K, 179.2 IP</p><p>Last Start: 9/22 @ BOS (L) – 4.0 IP, 7 ER, 3 K</p><p>2024 Home Splits: (7-4) with a 3.64 ERA, .266 OBA, 83 K, 81.2 IP</p><p><b><i>Here are the <a href="https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/mlb" rel="noopener">MLB Odds</a>, courtesy of FanDuel. </i></b></p><h2><b>MLB Odds: Orioles-Twins Odds</b></h2><p>Baltimore Orioles: +1.5 (-137)</p><p>Moneyline: +144</p><p>Minnesota Twins: -1.5 (+114)</p><p>Moneyline: -172</p><p>Over: 8.5 (-115)</p><p>Under: 8.5 (-105)</p><h2><b>How to Watch Orioles vs. Twins</b></h2><p>Time: 8:10 p.m. ET/ 5:10 p.m. PT</p><p>TV: Bally Sports North, MASN, MLB.TV</p><p>Stream: fuboTV (<a href="https://www.fubo.tv/stream/mlb/?irad=377812&amp;irmp=492408" rel="noopener sponsored">Free Trial</a>)</p><h2><b>Why The Orioles Will Cover The Spread/Win</b></h2><p>The Baltimore Orioles are currently three games ahead in the American League Wild Card race and have already clinched their Wild Card spot for the Postseason. They couldn’t clinch the division due to the New York Yankees catching heat late in the season and never looking back, but the Orioles are nevertheless determined to make noise in the Postseason with their standing. They’ve been an exciting team to watch all year and their young lineup will feature a number of players making their first Postseason appearances. Still, their team is wise beyond their years and no one will want to face Baltimore once October rolls around.</p><p>The Orioles will send Cade Povich to the mound in hopes of him improving his overall record and finding his first win on the road. He hasn’t been particularly solid when pitching away with a 9.75 ERA and losses in his last three consecutive starts. His last two starts came against one of the hottest teams in the Detroit Tigers, but he won’t have as much pressure in this one knowing his team is already bound for the Postseason. Still, expect this bullpen to get some work if the Twins begin to get to Povich early.</p><h2><b>Why The Twins Will Cover The Spread/Win</b></h2><p>The Minnesota Twins are currently three games back of the Kansas City Royals for the final American League Wild Card spot, so they’ll need a sweep during this series to gives themselves a chance at making the Postseason. They haven’t done themselves any favors by going 3-7 over their last 10 games and they’ll have an even tougher road as they try to notch their first wins against Baltimore on the season. They’ve been outscored by the Orioles by 13 runs in three previous meetings and they’ll certainly need to get off to a hot start in this one if they want to keep up with the bats of Baltimore.</p><p>The Twins will send Pablo Lopez to the mound for his thirty-second start of the season. He’s been one of their more reliable pitchers all season and after winning four consecutive appearances, the Orioles have lost the last two games he’s started in. His last time out, he earned seven runs through just four innings of work and didn’t see the start he was hoping for. His numbers are slightly better at home than they are on the road, but he’ll need to be perfect during this one if the Twins want any hope of making the Postseason. Expect their home crowd to be very involved in this series knowing what’s at stake.</p><h2><b>Final Orioles-Twins Prediction &amp; Pick</b></h2><p>The Orioles and Twins will meet once again for their second season meeting and final series of the season. The Orioles own this rivalry at 3-0 on the season and they can effectively end Minnesota’s season with just one win during this series. The Minnesota Twins have to sweep in order to have a chance at the final AL Wild Card spot and they’ll come into this first game very determined to start off on the right foot.</p><p>We have to give the slight pitching advantage to the Twins due to Pablo Lopez’ winning record at home. Cade Povich of the Orioles has yet to record a win on the road and given what’s at stake for the Twins, Minnesota will be looking to get to him early and turn this into a collective bullpen effort from the Orioles.</p><p>For our final prediction, we have to roll with the Minnesota Twins to get the win as they’re desperate to keep their season alive. Let’s roll with the runline as they take the lead early and open this game in the later innings.</p><p><b>Final Orioles-Twins Prediction &amp; Pick: Minnesota Twins -1.5 (+114)</b></p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Orioles vs. Twins prediction, odds, pick – 9/27/2024

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He has two degrees from Quinnipiac University, including a master's in sports journalism. Outside of ClutchPoints, Meyers does play-by-play broadcasting for various colleges in the northeast.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>As the 2024 MLB regular season winds down, disappointment mounts in the Minnesota Twins clubhouse. The Twins were among the better teams in the league entering the All-Star break but struggled to find their footing in the second half.</p><p>It looks like it will cost them a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-fatal-flaw-prevent-mlb-playoffs">trip to the postseason</a> and maybe even manager Rocco Baldelli’s job.</p><p>The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal thinks Baldelli is <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5795167/2024/09/26/mlb-managers-hot-seat-aaron-boone-dave-roberts/" rel="noopener">safe this offseason</a>, but there are indications Minnesota needs more from their skipper in 2025. His laid-back approach hasn’t meshed well with a young crop of players and has frustrated veterans.</p><p>Shortstop Carlos Correa – whose multiple stints <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-minnesota-gets-crucial-carlos-correa-boost-before-playoffs">on the injured list</a> factored into Minnesota’s downfall – said he’d like to see more <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5791980/2024/09/25/twins-loss-marlins-hitters-bailey-ober/" rel="noopener">urgency from players</a> in their pregame preparation.</p><p>“Some guys take it as poison and some guys take it as fuel,” Correa said, per The Athletic. “The guys who take it as fuel are the ones that always come out on top and have a beautiful career and stay in the game for a long time. We have a lot of young guys and a lot of people try to help them, but at the end of the day, everybody has to figure it out on their own.”</p><p>Correa didn’t take a particular shot at anyone, but he seems to insinuate that giving players too much leeway could lead to them not preparing as well. It falls on the players to execute and find a way, but Baldelli’s managerial style isn’t leading to players trying their best to adjust, at least according to the Twins’ best player.</p><h2><b>Twins missing playoffs would be shocking</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rocco-Baldelli-Twins-manager.jpg"><figcaption>Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The Twins weren’t expected to be definite World Series contenders this year but many tabbed them as the favorite in the AL Central. Minnesota dug itself into a hole with a slow start to the season but surged back into contention with a 12-game winning streak at the end of April.</p><p>The Twins were a half-game back of first place in the division on May 13. That was the last time they were within a game at the top of the division.</p><p>Still, the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/guardians-news-stephen-vogt-andres-gimenez-mlb-playoffs-twins">Twins looked poised for a playoff berth</a> in August. They were 70-53 on Aug. 17 and occupied one of the three wild-card slots in the American League.</p><p>Minnesota is 12-23 since and needs help, on top of doing its job, to sneak into the playoffs.</p><p>Entering Thursday, the Twins trail divisional foes the Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals by two games in the AL Wild Card standings. Detroit and Kansas City are tied for the second spot. Both teams would make the playoffs if the season ended today.</p><p>Luckily for the Twins, it doesn’t. There’s little chance <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-playoff-hopes-matt-wallner-injury">Minnesota can salvage their season</a> though with four games remaining. The Twins own the tiebreaker over the Tigers and Royals which could come into play. Minnesota has to catch one or both to keep that scenario in play.</p><p>Regardless, it appears the Twins need a new approach to avoid a similar collapse next season. Whether that means a new voice as manager remains to be seen, but <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-news-rocco-baldelli-rally-cry-despite-worrying-injury-pile-up">Rocco Baldelli can help his case</a> in a big way by lighting a fire under his team for the season’s final series.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/twins-news-playoff-hopes-matt-wallner-injury');   ga('set', 'title', 'Twins’ playoff hopes take hit amid Matt Wallner injury update');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/09-25-24-wallner-featured.jpeg"></figure><h1>Twins’ playoff hopes take hit amid Matt Wallner injury update</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-09-25T19:25:18-07:00">September 25th, 7:25pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-09-25T19:25:18-07:00">September 25th, 7:25pm</time><address><a>David Korn</a>David Korn is an MLB associate editor at ClutchPoints. He is also a producer at MLB Network Radio and covers college basketball for A10Talk. David graduated from George Washington in 2023, where he was the radio play-by-play broadcaster for their Men's and Women's Basketball teams.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>With the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/twins-fatal-flaw-prevent-mlb-playoffs">Minnesota Twins’ postseason hopes quickly dwindling</a>, they just got some awful news about one of their best hitters. Outfielder Matt Wallner, who left Tuesday’s 4-1 loss to the Miami Marlins early, just received an official injury designation.</p><p>Wallner, who experienced left oblique tightness while striking out as a pinch-hitter in the sixth inning on Tuesday, is <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/twins-injuries-and-roster-moves" rel="noopener">heading to</a> the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain and will officially miss the rest of the season.</p><p>Wallner expressed some confusion about how exactly he injured himself ahead of the Twins’ game against the Marlins on Wednesday.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '');   ga('set', 'title', 'Marlins vs. Twins prediction, odds, pick – 9/25/2024');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <p>The Minnesota Twins look to stay in the playoff race as they face the Miami Marlins.  It&#8217;s time to continue our MLB odds <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/betting" target="_blank" rel="noopener">series</a> with a Marlins-Twins prediction and pick.</p><h2><strong>Marlins-Twins Projected Starters </strong></h2><p><strong>Edward Cabrera</strong> vs. <strong>Simeon Woods Richardson</strong></p><p><strong>Edward Cabrera</strong> (4-8) with a 5.12 ERA and a 1.39 WHIP</p><p>Last Start: Cabrera went just 2.1 innings in his last start giving up four hits and five walks. He would surrender seven runs and take the loss to the Dodgers.</p><p>2024 Road Splits: Cabrera is 3-5 in his nine road starts. He has a 5.71 ERA and a .247 opponent batting average.</p><p><strong>Simeon Woods Richardson </strong>(5-5) with a 4.00 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP</p><p>Last Start: Woods Richardson went 4.2 innings in his last start, giving up five hits, a walk, and a home run. He would allow just one run in a no-decision as the Twins lost to the Guardians in extra innings.</p><p>2024 Home Splits: Ober is 7-3 in 13 starts at home this year with a 4.07 ERA and a .207 opponent batting average.</p><p><strong><em>Here are the <a href="https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/mlb" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MLB Odds</a>, courtesy of FanDuel. </em></strong></p><h2><strong>MLB Odds: Marlins-Twins Odds</strong></h2><p>Miami Marlins: +1.5 (-122)</p><p>Moneyline: +164</p><p>Minnesota Twins: -196</p><p>Moneyline: -1.5 (+102)</p><p>Over: 8.5 (+100)</p><p>Under: 8.5 (-122)</p><h2><strong>How to Watch Marlins vs. Twins</strong></h2><p>Time: 7:40 PM ET/ 4:40 PM PT</p><p>TV: BSFL/BSNO</p><p>Stream: fuboTV (<a href="https://www.fubo.tv/stream/mlb/?irad=377812&amp;irmp=492408" target="_blank" rel="noopener sponsored">Free Trial</a>)</p><h2><strong>Why The Marlins Will Cover The Spread/Win</strong></h2><p>The Marlins are 28th in the majors in runs scored, while sitting 18th in batting average, 29th in on-base percentage, and 26th in slugging. Jake Burger has led the way this year. He is hitting .248 on the year with a .301 on-base percentage. Burger has 28 home runs, 69 RBIS, and 64 runs scored this year. Meanwhile, Jesus Sanchez is hitting .247 this year with a .307 on-base percentage. He has 18 home runs, 63 RBIs, and 54 runs scored. Rounding out the top bats on the year is Otto Lopez. He is hitting .264 this year with six home runs, 37 RBIs, and 44 runs scored.</p><p>Jake Burger has led the way in the last week. He is hitting .318 in the last week with three home runs, seven RBIs, and four runs scored. Jesus Sanchez has also been solid in the last week. He is hitting .318 in the last week with a home run, four RBIs, and four runs scored. Rounding out the top bats in the last week is Kyle Stowers. Stwers is hitting .300 in the last week, with three RBIs and a run scored. The Marlins are hitting .268 in the last week with nine home runs and 29 runs scored in six games.</p><h2><strong>Why The Twins Will Cover The Spread/Win</strong></h2><p>The Twins are 11th in the majors in runs scored while sitting 12th in batting average, 11th in on-base percentage, and 11th in slugging. Ryan Jeffers has led the way this year. He is hitting .225 on the year with a .300 on-base percentage. Jeffers has 20 home runs and 62 RBIs while scoring 54 times. Meanwhile, Carlos Santana has been solid this year as well. He is hitting .235 on the year with a .320 on-base percentage. He has 22 home runs and 65 RBIs while scoring 60 times this year. Willi Castro rounds out the top bats of the year. He is hitting .249 with a .336 on-base percentage. He has 12 home runs with 59 RBIs while scoring 87 times.</p><p>Carlos Correa has led the way in the last week. He is hitting .263 in the last week with a .391 on-base percentage. He has five RBIs but has not scored a run in the last week. Willi Castro has also been solid in the last week. He is hitting .250 in the last week with a .385 on-base percentage. Castro has a home run, four RBIs, and five runs scored in the last week. Rounding out the top bats in the last week is Matt Wallner. He is hitting .409 in the last week with three RBIs, but also has not scored a run. The Twins are hitting .204 in the last week with a home run and 18 runs scored.</p><p>Current Twins have just six at-bats against Edward Cabrera. Manuel Margot is 0-1 while Carlos Santana is 1-5 against Cabrera.</p><h2><strong>Final Marlins-Twins Prediction &amp; Pick</strong></h2><p>Edward Cabrera started the month strong, going 13 innings and giving up just two earned runs. Still, he was hit hard in his last start. Simeon Woods Richardson has not been great as of late either. He has given up nine runs in his previous 15.2 innings of work. Still, Woods Richardson has been in a position to win in the last three starts but has not gotten the run support. While the Twins have not been hitting well as of late, they will give Woods Richardson the run support today. Take the Twins in this one.</p><p><strong>Final Marlins-Twins Prediction &amp; Pick: Twins ML (-196) </strong></p>    </body></html>

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