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MN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastRocco's Way No More (Shelton Hiring and Postseason No. 2)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins have hired Derek Shelton as their new manager. David and Dan offer their thoughts on his hiring, and whether or not this will lead to a better Twins team in years to come. Dan wants to know what makes Shelton think he'll have more success here as compared with Pittsburgh, while David thinks it may be time to strip the team down even further from a business perspective. The guys talk through the results of their postseason predictions, and David is once again mad at the Twins ownership for not taking...
2025-11-0530 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastDo You Want Money, Rings, or Stability? (Phillies Series Recap, 9/26-9/28)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins drop 2 of 3 against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. After a long time apart David and Dan reunite to talk through the last series of the 2025 Minnesota Twins season. The Puckett's Picks season winner is revealed, and a new wager is on the table between the boys. Dan wants to know if the Twins should resign Vazquez, while David is curious why Joe Ryan would speak so highly of the front office unless he was going to sign an extension. The boys discuss whether Max Kepler played in CF out...
2025-09-2944 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastIn the Walking Dead with Stockholm Syndrome (Guardians Series Recap, 9/19-9/21)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins drop 3 of 4 to the Cleveland Guardians in their last home series at Target Field for 2025. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan and the boys start out with some NFL talk so David can tease Hoges about the Packers loss. Hoges wants to know if Rocco's job is still safe, while David wonders if he really wants to be here anyway at this point. Both David and Hoges make their final decision regarding their season ticket holder standings, and David is once again livid at the way the Twins treat their...
2025-09-2242 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastI'm Just Going to Let My Heart Get Broken (Tigers Series Recap, 8/14-8/17)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins drop 3 of 4 to the Detroit Tigers at Target Field. The boys try to stay positive knowing the rest of this season is a lost cause. Dan is still trying to figure who is a starting pitcher on this baseball team, and David is furious at Rocco's decisions to close out game 1. Further, David is convinced Rocco needs coaching help to get better at being angry. David is trying to find a reason to keep watching this season, and Dan offers some optimism looking ahead to 2026. Thanks for listening, and as always...
2025-08-1835 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastDisney or Dirt Bikes? (Royals Series Recap, 8/8-8/10)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 from the visiting Kansas City Royals at Target Field. The new-look Twins feature a youthful energy that has David and Dan excited even though the games at this point are unlikely to lead to a postseason berth. The guys are both falling hard for Luke Keaschall and believe he could be a centerpiece of this team moving forward. David loves Rocco's new piggie-back pitcher management, and Dan wants to know how this team will rebuild the bullpen this offseason. David asks the question no one wants to answer: Will...
2025-08-1139 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastSam Darnold or Russell Wilson? (Nationals Series Recap, 7/25-7/27 and Paddack/Dobnak Trade)Send a textThe Twins drop 2 of 3 to the Washington Nationals at Target Field. David and Dan react to the breaking news that Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak have been traded to the Detroit Tigers for a catching prospect prior to jumping into the recap. The guys discuss Rocco's handling of Travis Adams, and David wants to know if Rocco is surprised that he is still managing the Twins. David wants to know what the floor and ceiling is for Brooks Lee, and if we'll see him demoted when Keaschall is ready to return to the majors...
2025-07-2945 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Heart is a Long Way from the Thigh (Cubs Series Recap, 7/8-7/10)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 from the Chicago Cubs at Target Field. Dan joins David in person in his Minneapolis studio and the boys discuss their days at the ballpark for the Cubs series. Dan feels like it's time for Rocco to let SWR see a lineup a third time through, and David has decided the Twins should keep Harrison Bader for 2026. David thinks MLB players should wear cameras so fans could watch at-bats from their perspective, while Dan argues that's asking too much. The boys discuss Manny Machado's latest milestone, and make their...
2025-07-1134 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastGrading On a Curve (Rays Series Recap, 7/4-7/6)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 from Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field in Minneapolis. Dan has an interesting dream about Joe Mauer, and David tries his best to interpret it. Byron Buxton is living his dream as he'll be playing in Atlanta as an All-Star. Dan appreciates Rocco's versatility in his use of pinch hitters and runners throughout the series, while David is furious Rocco didn't let Louis Varland pitch the 10th in game 3. Dan wants to know if this team is good again, while David wonders if it's time to bring up our...
2025-07-0733 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastLeave the Pitcher in Until He Dies (Marlins Series Recap, 7/1-7/3)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins manage just one victory in three games in Miami, much to the consternation of David and Dan, who are frustrated by the inconsistency of this offense -- and are also resigned to the fact that this team as constructed just isn't a playoff-ready team. That said, David is pleased with Rocco Baldelli's management of David Festa but is still ready to jettison many players on expiring contracts. Dan is wise to Rocco's roster management and is also eager to invite a few Twins players to his Fourth of July party. There's...
2025-07-0440 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Look of Fatherly Disappointment (Reds Series Recap, 6/17-6/19)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 to the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ballpark. David adds to his case that Willi Castro errors are always mental, never physical, while Dan is upset at the MLB's rules about official games. David is curious if Bailey Ober's face on the mound is different than the face he uses when his children want his attention, and Dan wants to know if Rocco is up to the challenge to manage Ober and Paddack through their rough patches on the mound. David is impressed with Brooks Lee's hitting streak, but...
2025-06-2037 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastWhen You Play the Game of Walks... (Blue Jays Series Recap, 6/6-6/8)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 to the Toronto Blue Jays at Target Field. Dan Thompson leads the charge on this episode as David has lost his voice. David tries his best to communicate using sounders as much as possible. Dan has a surprise pick for his Beast, and David is annoyed that the Twins managed to win game 3 of the series. David offers his medical estimation after seeing Royce Lewis slow on the dugout stairs, and Dan wants to know how much concern Twins fans should have after Zebby Matthews was added to the...
2025-06-0929 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastLet the Good Guys Hit (Athletics Series Recap, 6/2-6/5)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins travel to Sacramento and have little trouble scoring runs with their full lineup back together, taking three of four from the Athletics, who are mired in a deep slump after a strong start. David and Dan discuss the role that dirt played in the series as well as the outspoken manner of Joe Ryan before jumping into the big question: How will the Twins fare without ace pitcher Pablo Lopez? Dan is pretty sure the Twins will fill his spot internally; David generally agrees and is very glad to see that...
2025-06-0638 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA New Swagger (Brewer Series Recap, 5/16-5/18)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 from the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan, and worries that filling in for Dan is what caused the winning streak to end. The boys talk through all of the latest injury news and the transactions processed by the team. David wants to know what the expectation should be for the upcoming American League Central series against the Guardians and the Royals knowing the roster will be a makeshift group. Hoges wants to know if Rocco managed differently to start the streak...
2025-05-1940 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastHesitantly Drinking the Kool-Aid (Orioles Series Recap, 5/13-5/15)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins sweep the Baltimore Orioles in a three-game set at Camden Yards. The Twins extend their winning streak to 11-straight games, the most done so far in the MLB this year. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan Thompson, and the boys are giddy due to the Twins current streak. The guys discuss the unbelievable wins the Twins pulled out against all odds with several guys struggling with injuries and a overly-taxed bullpen. Hoges offers high praise for Rocco for managing to win these games, and David wants to see the Twins...
2025-05-1653 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastWhat is the Contact Play? (Giants Series Recap, 5/9-5/11)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins win their 8th straight game sweeping the three-game set against the San Francisco Giants at Target Field. The guys break down the unexpected deep start from Chris Paddack, and dive further into the Louis Varland "Hulk" hype video. David is still upset every time he has to figure out how to watch the Twins, and Dan further refines his grading rubric. David wants to know if the recent surge for the team changes what they should do come the trade deadline, and Dan wants to see Carson McCusker at the big...
2025-05-1238 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastKeeping the Romance Going with Kody (Red Sox Series Recap, 5/2-5/4)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 from the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. The boys are thrilled that the Twins managed to win two games against a good baseball team, and in such dramatic fashion. Dan has high praise for Jhoan Duran while David has some harsh words for Carlos Correa. The guys have nothing but good things to say about Joe Ryan and Bailey Ober, and David wants to know if these guys will be Twins for the long haul. Dan changes his tune on Kody Clemens, and David wants Rocco to tweak...
2025-05-0537 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA Progressive Field Christmas (Guardians Series Recap, 4/28-5/1)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins' latest visit to Cleveland goes about as well as they seem to: not well. The Twins win the first and then lose the next three in close fashion, dropping farther under .500 -- which is all still part of David's grand vision for their return to a winning record by mid-summer. David's optimism, though, is limited after seeing the bats go cold and the pitchers prove unable to get the ball to first base in key moments. Dan is not so sure Ryan Jeffers has truly turned a corner, but he is...
2025-05-0239 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastDisgustingly Minnesotan (Mets Series Recap, 4/14-4/16)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 against the New York Mets at Target Field. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in and the boys discuss the listless performance put forth by the Twins in game one, and then turnaround for the team in games 2 and 3. The Twins pitching staff still doesn't know how to throw to 1st base, and David aligns with Rocco in his feelings about Jorge Alcala. Hoges thinks Rocco should have a quicker hook when relievers are struggling, and David is confused why Vazquez is hitting with the bases loaded. David offers a crazy...
2025-04-1747 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Magnus Effect (Royals Series Recap, 4/7-4/10)Send a textDespite some good pitching performances, the Minnesota Twins lost another series, this time three games out of four to the Kansas City Royals in Kansas City. David and Dan see plenty of culprits, mostly on the lineup card in the poor performances by Jose Miranda and Byron Buxton (whom both of them hope is able to tend to family matters while he is away). The lack of fundamentals in baserunning and fielding are concerning to David, while Dan thinks that Rocco Baldelli mishandled his trip to talk to home plate umpire Nic Lentz during...
2025-04-1145 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA True Minnesota Moment (Astros Series Recap, 4/4-4/6)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins played at Target Field for the first time this season and drop 2 of 3 to the Houston Astros. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson joins David in studio and the boys discuss the heartbreaking fashion in which the Twins lost game 3. David insists that Minnesota sports fans have a very different mindset than other teams' fans, and Hoges is still mad at Rocco for letting Bailey Ober make his first start of the season while clearly not 100%. The guys discuss how much longer Chris Paddack will have a role in this rotation, and find happiness...
2025-04-0739 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastCan't Blame the Children (Cardinals Series Recap, 3/28-3/30)Send a textThe 2025 season starts right about where the 2024 Minnesota Twins left off as they lose all three to the Cardinals in St. Louis. David and Dan assess what went wrong (lots) and highlight what went right (Willi Castro and Randy Dobnak). David was happy to see Rocco Baldelli move to steal some bases, while Dan thinks Rocco should have given Bailey Ober an earlier hook in Game 3 -- if he chose to start him at all. Dan also asks what role an under-the-weather Eddy Julien has on this team, and David ponders whether this 0-3...
2025-03-3137 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Pete Alonso Pool (Twins for Sale and 2024 Postseason Updates)Send a textThe Pohlad family have announced their intention to sell the Minnesota Twins, the team has a new streaming deal in place for 2025, and the front office makes some coaching changes to the Twins staff. With so much happening in Twins Territory the boys couldn't stay away. David, Dan, and Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson discuss all of the big news coming from Target Field. David wants an owner who's willing to bankrupt themselves to win a World Series, while Dan and Hoges take a more reasonable approach. The guys discuss the history of the Pohlad family...
2024-10-151h 01MN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastLeaving Baseball for Cricket (Red Sox Series Recap, 9/20-9/22)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 to the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan Thompson and tries his best to bring David back from the brink of leaving baseball for cricket. The boys discuss the dreadful performance of the Twins offense in the entirety of the series, and the surprising performance of the bullpen in game 1. David is upset that Rocco isn't upset enough with the way the team is performing, and Hoges thinks Falvey and Levine don't deserve the free pass that David and Dan offered last...
2024-09-2339 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastNothing Wrong With Fighting For Third Place (Guardians Series Recap, 9/16-9/19)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins' descent reached another bottom this week when they fell into a tie with the Detroit Tigers for the final wild card spot in the American League. This time the Twins lost three of four to the rival Cleveland Guardians, whom David is still certain aren't actually very good despite their success against the Twins. So, with nine games remaining, the Twins need to at least remain tied with the Tigers to make the playoffs, unless the Royals, who are still within both teams' reach, continue their own struggles. David and Dan...
2024-09-2035 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastBetter Than 50%, but Nowhere Near 100% (Reds Series Recap, 9/13-9/15)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 to the visiting Cincinnati Reds at Target Field. Correa, Buxton, and Lewis were all on the field together for the first time since July 2nd, but the Twins couldn't manage a victory to celebrate. David wants to know if Correa is anywhere near 100% healthy, while Dan wants to know when the front office decided that 2025 was a more realistic year for the Twins to make a run in the postseason. David is furious at Rocco Baldelli and Jorge Alcala for combining forces to lose game 1, and Dan feels that...
2024-09-1637 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastWhat's in the Box, Kyle? (Angels Series Recap, 9/9-9/11)Send a textA healthy David returns to discuss the Minnesota Twins' much-needed series victory over the visiting Los Angeles Angels, and he has plenty to say. What was Rocco Baldelli doing with the bullpen in Game 3? What got into Kyle Farmer? These are questions David and Dan explore as they sigh a little relief at the Twins' encouraging performance in this series, from which they emerge still as a playoff team. Dan asks what the team can expect from Zebby Matthews the rest of the way, while David wonders whether Byron Buxton's return this weekend could...
2024-09-1239 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastPlays That Could Have Been Made (Rays Series Recap, 9/2-9/5)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins go to Tampa and leave with a split against the Rays and maintain their lead in the wild-card standings, which has David and Dan looking ahead a bit at the playoffs. With that comes many questions: Will Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa be back? Would the Twins rather play the Astros or the Yankees? But more currently, David and Dan agree that the Twins didn't look great against the Rays defensively, though they disagree over the performance of Louie Varland in Game 3. David wonders whether Christian Vazquez needs to go back...
2024-09-0635 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastOne Trip to Triple Play (Padres Series Recap, 8/19-8/21)Send a textOn the heels of a frustrating loss a couple days earlier, the Minnesota Twins throw away Game 2 of a series with the San Diego Padres and end up winning just one of three where David and Dan are quite sure the Twins could have left with another victory. They place the blame pretty squarely at the feet of manager Rocco Baldelli, whose bullpen management was cautious at best during the middle game. David, though, has heaps of praise for the turnaround of Christian Vazquez, and Dan has a film comparison for seemingly everything David...
2024-08-2238 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastManaging to Win the Next Series (Cubs Series Recap, 8/5-8/7)Send a textBack together, David and Dan mull their disappointment, as the Minnesota Twins lose two of three to the Chicago Cubs. David was in attendance for the lone victory and shares his fond memories and positive experiences from Wrigley Field. Dan is convinced that Rocco Baldelli was content with just one victory and set his eyes on the next series -- at home against the first-place Cleveland Guardians -- as he basically handed the keys to bench coach Jayce Tingler and said "see you in Minneapolis." David confronts Dan about words he said four years...
2024-08-0834 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastBreakfast at Denny's (Diamondbacks Series Recap, 6/25-6/27)Send a textA disappointing Game 1 aside, the Minnesota Twins play well in Arizona and take two of three from the Diamondbacks, which leaves David and Dan feeling good about the Twins midway through the regular season. There is lots to like, from the play of Byron Buxton and Jose Miranda to the versatility of Willi Castro and the survival skills of Carlos Correa, who seems to have avoided serious injury after taking a baseball to the arm in Game 3. David questions Rocco Baldelli's utilization of Joe Ryan in Game 1, while Dan wonders whether Rocco is paying...
2024-06-2838 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastRoyce Lewis, Disciple of Tommy Watkins (Rays Series Recap, 6/18-6/20)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins drop 2 of 3 to the Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field. David and Dan recap all the highs and lows of the series including the consistency of SWR and Joe Ryan's continued dominance. David is once again frustrated at Pablo Lopez's insistence to give up home runs on 0-2 counts, but is perhaps even more frustrated at Dan's lack of anger at Pablo. For the first time ever a player was named both a beast and placed on the bench in Beast vs. Bench which leads to a heated debate regarding baseball...
2024-06-2138 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastToo Electric for His Own Hamstrings (Rockies Series Recap, 6/10-6/12)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins took 2 of 3 against the Colorado Rockies at Target Field. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan and the boys discuss the very confusing series. Andrew is upset that David is now conducting the Royce Lewis express after previously being cautious due to the small sample size available. The guys discuss Caleb Thielbar's miserable series and talk about what may be next for the 37 year old. Both Hoges and David agree with Rocco's decisions for the most part for the series, while David wants to know if the struggling starters have figured...
2024-06-1345 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThings David Knows Nothing About (Pirates Series Recap, 6/7-6/9)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins finished their three series road trip losing 2 of 3 to the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The offense saved up every ounce of effectiveness for extra innings in game three, scoring no runs in games 1 and 2. The boys struggle coming up with their Beast Picks while both David and Dan are surprisingly positive in their view of Rocco's management in the series. Dan wants to see a shakeup in the rotation by allowing David Festa to make a start which David is convinced may help improve his confidence level in the current...
2024-06-1032 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastHands up or Windmill, Never Both (Rangers Series Recap, 5/24-5/26)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins win their second straight series taking 2 of 3 from the World Series defending champion Texas Rangers at Target Field. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan and David asks him some questions about a few suspicious texts the show has received that asked about Hoges. The guys discuss the heroics of Alex Kirilloff in this series and are curious if we need to be worried about Pablo Lopez. Royce Lewis began his rehab assignment in St. Paul and both David and Hoges are sad that it's likely to be Jose Miranda who...
2024-05-2741 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastAs Unsatisfying as Wonder Bread (Guardians Series Recap, 5/17-5/19)Send a text The Minnesota Twins stretch their losing streak to six games dropping three straight to the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. The guys discuss the poor umpiring in game one and all of the missed chances with runners in scoring position in game three. Dan praises Chris Paddack for pitching 8 fantastic innings while David gives the beast moniker to an unlikely candidate. David is upset with Rocco's bullpen usage in game one while Dan is filled with praise for Rocco as Rocco finally made a pinch hitting decision of which Dan approved. Carlos Correa and R...
2024-05-2029 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA David Divided Against Himself Cannot Stand (Guardians Series Recap, 4/4-4/7)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins hosted their first home series of the season against the Cleveland Guardians. The three-game series was shortened to two due to weather and the boys are confused why the Twins didn't find a way to use the extra day that was built into the schedule for just such an occasion. The Guardians walk away winning both games primarily due to the Twins offensive struggles, which went 0-23 w/RISP. Dan wonders if the calls for Popkins' firing ought to be started up again, and also would prefer to see more aggressiveness...
2024-04-0838 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastAll the Angles in New York City (Reds Series Recap, 9/18-9/20)Send a textDespite injuries to Carlos Correa and Royce Lewis, the Minnesota Twins go to Cincinnati and take two from the playoff-seeking Reds, and they do so with a dramatic comeback in Game 3. Combined with some help from the Kansas City Royals, the Twins' magic number to clinch the AL Central Division is now down to one, and by the time they take the field again they might have already clinched. David and Dan, reunited after a couple episodes apart, try not to get too far ahead of themselves, though David still insists the Twins could...
2023-09-2137 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins Podcast20 Just Sounds Bad (White Sox Series Recap, 9/14-9/17)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins take 3 of 4 from the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field as the postseason picture becomes clearer by the day. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in as Dan Thompson is away. The boys discuss the offensive dominance on display for the Twins in game 1 and game 2, and neither David or Hoges can stop gushing over Royce Lewis. Hoges gives David props for cutting Tommy Watkins more slack this season, while he and David both cut some slack to Rocco as he was unavailable for game 4 in order to attend the birth of his...
2023-09-1837 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA Roomba That Got Lost (Pirates Series Recap, 8/18-8/20)Send a textWith their ace on the mound in Game 3 ... er, Game 1 ... er, Game 2 ... the Minnesota Twins win two of three against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates and the process extend their lead in the AL Central Division to a season-high six games with 12 series left in the regular season. David and Dan discuss the excellent starts by Pablo Lopez, Sonny Gray and Dallas Keuchel, the last of whom was the focus of much dismissal (by these two hosts included) after his last performance for the Twins. David and Dan both have criticisms for Rocco Baldelli's handling...
2023-08-2137 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastWhen the Bats are Hot, the Pitching is Not (Royals Series Recap, 7/28-7/30)Send a textThe AL Central's 1st place Minnesota Twins were swept by AL Central's last place team the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The Twins failed to capitalize in their last series against the Royals in 2023, and surprisingly it's the pitching that does most of the harm through the course of the series. Dan finds the silver lining from an unexpected source, while David is annoyed at Rocco's use of Joey Gallo. Dan wants to know why the MLB hasn't come up with a better solution to its replay system and both the guys are...
2023-07-3137 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastWith the Grace of a Gazelle (Royals Series Recap, 7/3-7/5)Send a textFor the first time since the first of the season, the Minnesota Twins complete a three-game sweep of an opponent, and again it is the Kansas City Royals. And while the quality of the opponent may not have been what it has, David and Dan find plenty to praise, from Pablo Lopez's complete-game shutout to the offensive awakening in the first two games of the series. Dan is fascinated by the ongoing details of the players-only meeting in Atlanta, while David has dramatically changed his tune about the play of Max Kepler. Begrudgingly, Dan...
2023-07-0637 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA Victim of His Own Ignorance (Tigers Series Recap, 6/23-6/25)Send a textThe Twins, much to David's disappointment, only take 2 of 3 from the Tigers in Detroit. David had predicted a sweep but still seems in high spirits even after a disappointing series from the Twins offense. Dan comes away with back-to-back victories in Puckett's Picks and can't stop himself from heaping praise upon Royce Lewis. As happy as he is with Royce Lewis, Dan continues to be frustrated with Rocco's unwillingness to look at the statistics before making pinch hitting decisions, and David thinks that Rocco's ejection in game 1 was a more fitting type ejection for...
2023-06-2637 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastMax Kepler's Calculus (Brewers Series Recap, 6/13-6/14)Send a textFirst in dramatic fashion and then in a more measured one, the Minnesota Twins take two of two against the rival Milwaukee Brewers in a quick two-game set to start a 10-game home stand at Target Field. David and Dan praise the work of Carlos Correa, whose two big hits in the series -- including his first-career walk-off home run -- were huge factors in the victories. David has lots to say about the bat flip on that homer, while Dan is sure that Brian Anderson is somehow on Max Kepler's secret payroll to...
2023-06-1537 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastPitching for Tickets (Blue Jays Series Recap, 5/26-5/28)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins finish their homestand at Target Field taking 1 of 3 from the Toronto Blue Jays. The recent AAA callups provide most, if not all, of the offense allowing the Twins to take the victory in a high scoring game 2. David celebrates his first back-to-back victories in Puckett's Picks and Dan expresses his frustrating with Buxton's inability to provide offensive production and thinks the team needs to put Buxton in CF at least one day a week. David wants to know if Rocco had a say in Wallner being sent back to AAA after...
2023-05-2933 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastTo Have Hope, or to Go to Bed (Dodgers Series Recap, 5/15-5/17)Send a textTechnically the Minnesota Twins lost two of three games to the Dodgers in Los Angeles this week, but neither David nor Dan are fully willing to admit it based on how the end of Game 1 went down, thanks to some bad umpiring. They discuss that as well as the Twins' bounce-back victory in Game 2 and a lackluster performance in Game 3. David returns and defends himself against the many attacks he feels he suffered from Dan and Hoges last episode while also trying to take the high road above the criticism. Dan praises the work...
2023-05-1836 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThat Get-Out-of-Your-Seat Feeling (Padres Series Recap, 5/9-5/11)Send a textDespite a dismal showing in Game 1, the Minnesota Twins came back to take two of three from the visiting San Diego Padres to restore some hope in the hearts of both David and Dan, who weren't feeling too great after the first game. They discuss the bad defense that characterized the 6-1 loss as well as the timely hitting and top-notch pitching that characterized the two victories. Dan heaps plenty of praise on Alex Kirilloff and the courageous Kyle Farmer, while David shines a positive light on the relief pitchers who mostly held in...
2023-05-1236 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastOne Arm Shorter than the Other (Guardians Series Recap, 5/5-5/7)Send a textIn their first matchup of 2023 against the Cleveland Guardians the Minnesota Twins only managed one victory in the three-game set. The boys continue to be impressed by the starting rotation while being equally underwhelmed with the teams offensive production. David finally gets his inaugural win in Puckett's Picks and couldn't be happier about it, while Dan is excited that the Twins have continued their aggression on the basepaths. David walks through Rocco's ejection, and the boys try and sort out why Jose Miranda appeared to forget how to play 3rd base. The guys express...
2023-05-0833 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Weather Gets a 7 out of 10 (Royals Series Recap, 4/27-4/30)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins managed to take 3 of 4 games from the Royals at Target Field. David feels the Twins new home run celebration is a bit forced, and Dan wants to know how Salvador Perez has managed to continue his dominance of the Twins for all these years. The guys reflect on Zach Greinke's struggles against the Twins and his unfulfilled chase of a championship throughout his career. David continues his epic losing streak in Puckett's Picks and expresses his frustration at Polanco's non-HR, and Dan doesn't miss the chance to gloat. David wants Rocco...
2023-05-0136 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Sweet Sound of Tommy Watkins' Voice (Nationals Series Recap, 4/21-4/23)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins open their 10-game homestand in unremarkable fashion dropping 2 of 3 to the lowly Washington Nationals. David is baffled by Willi Castro's lack of hearing abilities, while Dan doesn't buy the cold-weather being the cause for Pablo Lopez's poor outing. David defends his take on Rocco causing the loss in game 1 after facing pushback on Twitter, and Dan tries his best to calm him down so the episode may continue. Dan wants to know when we'll see Buxton in the CF and David wants to know if Nick Gordon is on the chopping...
2023-04-2435 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA Rubric for Your Heart (Yankees Series Recap, 4/13-4/16)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins managed a series split against the New York Yankees in the Bronx. The Twins came out of the gate hot putting up 9 runs in the first inning of game one. The series had plenty of drama surrounding the use of sticky substances which resulted in Rocco being tossed. David's ego takes a hit with his latest Puckett's Picks loss, while Dan can't help himself with his beast pick for the series. David wants to know if this is the beginning of the end for Max Kepler, while Dan wonders if this...
2023-04-1737 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastIt's a Gut Thing (White Sox Series Recap, 4/10-4/12)Send a textAfter three episodes (a continent) away, Dan rejoins David on the podcast to discuss another stellar pitching effort in another series victory by the Minnesota Twins -- as well as more injuries, which continued to pile up. Still, David has a theory about at least Joey Gallo's, and he's optimistic about the progress of Jorge Polanco and Alex Kirilloff, both of whom are on rehab stints. Dan praises the play of Michael A. Taylor after spending plenty of time questioning why he's actually in the lineup at all, while David wonders whether Cole Sands...
2023-04-1343 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastUnbelievable Talent, Unbelievable Player, Terrifying (Royals Series Recap, 3/30-4/2)Send a textThe 2023 Minnesota Twins season has officially begun! The Twins sweep the season opening three game series against the Kansas City Royals. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson joins David in studio filling in for Dan as he travels the world. The boys are riding high and try their best to keep their optimism in check. Hoges gloats over his Joey Gallo Puckett's Picks selection and David continues to be amazed at the abilities of Byron Buxton. The guys discuss Rocco's nearly flawless management in the first series and the stellar pitching performances given by the starting rotation...
2023-04-0339 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastHow Much Time Could We Possibly Be Saving Here? (2023 Twins Spring Training No. 2)Send a textMajor League Baseball has instituted a series of rules for this season, and because they love rules so much, David, Dan and Hoges have devoted a whole episode to discussing them. The extra-innings ghost runner is now permanent, and for the most part the guys have resigned themselves to it. The pitch timer is perhaps the most notable change and one that will likely have the most impact on the fan experience. Dan and Hoges think the rule limiting how often position players can pitch is just another example of baseball over-legislating; David takes...
2023-02-2238 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastPit of Despair Level Misery (Guardians Series Recap, 9/9-9/11)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins are swept at home by the visiting Cleveland Guardians. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan and the boys do everything in their power to avoid talking about this series. The boys breakdown the areas where the Twins struggled in the series, as well as some odd happenings involving an ump giving an aggressive head massage to a Cleveland pitcher. Hoges keeps the listeners in the Puckett's Picks race coming away with the victory after taking Correa. David wants to ensure that Varland gets another start with the Twins this coming...
2022-09-1239 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastTwo Too Many Hamiltons (Yankees Series Recap, 9/5-9/8)Send a textIt was oh so close to a series split for the Minnesota Twins in New York, but missed opportunities in Game 2 haunt them, and so they settle for a single victory in a four-game set against the Yankees. Still, the Twins enter a series with Cleveland just 1.5 games back and very much in the race, so long as they can actually stay healthy enough to field a team. As he has said before, David would like to see a footrace between Gary Sanchez and Caleb Hamilton, who is now one of two Hamiltons the...
2022-09-0933 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastOne Step Closer to the Hall of Fame (Rangers Series Recap, 8/19-8/22)Send a textThis series did not go as David and Dan assumed and certainly not as hoped for the Twins, who lose three of four to the Texas Rangers, a team that is 10 games under .500 and far from the playoff picture. The Twins find themselves two games behind the Cleveland Guardians. Minnesota scores just six runs in the four-game series, wasting four very good outings from its starting pitchers by coupling that effort with a 2-for-26 stretch with runners in scoring position. David has plenty of criticism to go around. Dan is still fixated on the...
2022-08-2336 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastPostmodern Baseball Stats (Angels Series Recap, 8/12-8/14)Send a textDan is away and so Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in with David as the boys discuss the Twins three game series against the LA Angels. The boys discuss if it's time to put Kepler back on the IL after extending his hitless streak to 28 at-bats. Hoges wants to know why Rocco insists on using Pagan so much and David wants to know why Barcher's starts aren't being supplemented with Cole Sands for additional length out of the pen. David defends the merits of the "MN for the Win Unofficial Win-Loss Stat," but Hoges still...
2022-08-1541 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastSometimes It's Okay to Love and Lose (Padres Series Recap, 7/29-7/31)Send a textDan is away and so Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in with David as the boys discuss the Twins three game series against the San Diego Padres. Hoges is upset that Rocco didn't let Sonny Gray go deeper in his start and David is upset that Rocco waited one batter too long to pull Dylan Bundy from his. The guys both praise Buxton who looks to be at 100% and carried the team offensively in this series. David wants to know if we'll ever see Sano wear a Twins jersey again, and Hoges is dying to...
2022-08-0143 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastMiranda to the Rescue (Brewers Series Recap, 7/12-7/13)Send a textThe Twins earn a split in a brief two-game series with the rival Milwaukee Brewers thanks in large part to rookie Jose Miranda, who hit a three-run homer to end the second game for his second Major League walk-off hit. David and Dan discuss that and more, including the strong start of Joe Ryan in Game 2 and the rain-interrupted loss in Game 1. Dan is eager to ask the Miguel Sano question -- whose spot will he take on the roster in a couple weeks? -- and David wonders whether Cleveland or Chicago pose a...
2022-07-1428 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastPick-up Games in Fort Myers (White Sox Series Recap, 7/4-7/6)Send a textDavid and Dan return to the podcast after a one-series absence and pick apart the Twins' series victory over the rival White Sox, two games to one in Chicago. They discuss the first-of-its-kind triple play turned by the Twins and the homer-fueled hitting display by Minnesota, which got big games from Luis Arraez, Jorge Polanco and Alex Kirilloff. Once again, though, the Twins' bullpen can't hold a lead, this time in Game 3 after a short start by Joe Ryan. David questions the manner in which Rocco Baldelli is employing Emilio Pagan, and Dan eats...
2022-07-0734 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastFive Stages of Grief in Three Innings (Guardians Series Recap, 6/21-6/23)Send a textThe Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 against the visiting Cleveland Guardians and now sit tied atop the AL Central with the Guardians. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in as Dan makes his way to Minnesota. The boys discuss the Twins inability to put away games when they are up in the late innings, and the roller coaster of emotions the Twins took their fans on throughout the series. The guys both express their frustration at Dick Bremer's non-home run home run calls, and David puts pitchers in his beast and bench spots in honor of Dan...
2022-06-2436 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Thick Yellow Line (Diamondbacks Series Recap, 6/17-6-19)Send a textThe Twins head to the desert and come up with just one win in a three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks, a disappointing outcome in the eyes of David and Dan. They look back at a homer-heavy series at which Dan was in attendance for all three games. Dan offers his assessment of the gameday experience at Chase Field in Phoenix, and David asks the elephant-in-the-room question about why exactly there is a line across the centerfield wall. They dissect Rocco Baldelli's use of the team's pitchers and wonder whether Devin Smeltzer is going...
2022-06-2128 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastNo Aces, No Correa, No Punch (Tigers Series Recap, 5/30-6/2)Send a textWithout top starters Joe Ryan and Sonny Gray -- and then without Carlos Correa -- the Twins manage just one victory against the Detroit Tigers in their rare five-game regular season to start the week. The Twins maintain their spot atop the AL Central, but David worries that this was an opportunity wasted with three much more difficult opponents coming up over the next three series. Dan and David lament the wasted starts from Chris Archer and Devin Smeltzer, as the Twins are shut out twice in this series and fail to keep leads...
2022-06-0329 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Best Shape of His Life (Minnesota Twins Season Opener 2022)Send a textOpening Day is only a day or two away depending on the weather, and David and Dan are joined by Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson to give their predictions for the Minnesota Twins 2022 season. Hoges thinks there are too many "ifs" to have any optimism for the Twins starting rotation, while Dan has nothing but optimism for Miguel Sano. Dan's love for Byron Buxton is still as strong as his hate for Max Kepler and David proves himself to be the homer of the group with his season record prediction. Hoges believes the defensive upgrades will...
2022-04-0640 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA New Arm, and a Baseball Conspiracy (2022 Twins Spring Training, No. 2)Send a textThe Twins seemingly made their last major acquisition this week, signing Chris Archer, who hasn't been great in about seven years. So, it looks as if the overhaul for the 2022 season is finished -- but will the Twins have enough pitching? David and Dan discuss the unique Archer deal as well as the bench spots and bullpen arms as they stand now. Dan waxes about Joe Smith's important historical presence on the roster, David offers a plan to replace Miguel Sano if needed, and both of them revisit the significant extra-inning rule change that D...
2022-03-2934 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastMax Lost in Miguel's Shadow (Royals Series Recap, 10/1-10/3)Send a textThe end has finally come to the disappointing 2021 Twins season. Dan thinks David should have a more positive attitude as the Twins did end the season on a high note while David thinks his curmudgeonly perspective is warranted given the poor season. Buxton finishes the season with some strong points to make regarding a possible contract extension, and the boys are convinced Louis Arraez would have finished with a battering average above .300 if he had been healthy. David still has hope in Max Kepler while Dan is almost ready to move on if they...
2021-10-0426 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Roster Formerly Known as the Cubs (Cubs Series Recap, 9/21-9/22)Send a textThe Twins get a two-game sweep in Chicago, their first sweep since before the All-Star Break, but it comes at the hands of -- can we say it? -- the lowly Cubs. Yet the two games entertained David and Dan, who were impressed with Nick Gordon and Max Kepler, and especially Joe Ryan. They discuss what the rotation might look like next season and how that impacts the chances the team agrees to a new contract with Byron Buxton, and whether the Twins will spend big in the offseason. Dan asks David about playoff...
2021-09-2332 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastWanning Twins and Waxing Blue Jays (Blue Jays Recap, 9/17-9/19)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss getting old and the the Twins road trip to Toronto as the team manages to steal one of three against the Blue Jays. The boys discuss how awkward it must be to go against a pitcher who was on your team just two months ago, as well as Donaldson's stand out performance against his former club. David wants to know if the Twins fans will be as appreciative of Berrios as the Blue Jays were of Donaldson when Toronto makes the trip to Target Field later this week and Dan...
2021-09-2030 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Fine Line Between Balk and Ejection (Royals Series Recap, 9/10-9/12)Send a textDavid and Dan do their best delaying the series recap by talking about the recent combined no hitter thrown by the Brewers. Dan was impressed with this outing but still doesn't believe it should be celebrated and David again tries to convince Dan of the errors in his views. The Twins drop 2 of 3 to the Kansas City Royals at Target Field in the battle for last place in the AL central. Despite his failed bunt attempt Buxton is looking more and more like the April Byron Buxton as he continues to work his way...
2021-09-1330 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastYard Sales in Boston (Red Sox Recap, 8/24-8/26)Send a textThe Twins and Red Sox go yard a combined 16 times at Fenway in a three-game series Minnesota seemed quite content to lose, once they were faced with ace Chris Sale in the rubber match. David and Dan discuss the disappointing pitching performances from Griffin Jax and John Gant, and David dwells particularly on the blown save by Alexander Colome. Dan praises the work of the unsinkable Jake Cave and Willians Astudillo, two players earlier this year both Dan and David were convinced would be gone from Minnesota by summer. Still, the boys admire the...
2021-08-2728 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastUsual Suspects, Usual Outcome (Yankees Series Recap, 8/19-8-21)Send a textThe Twins' visit to Yankee Stadium went about as expected, as Minnesota's streak of winning series against good teams comes to an end. David and Dan discuss the inevitability of it all, but they are especially disappointed in the team's ability to squeak out a win in Game 1 of an otherwise regrettable series. David is disappointed that Bailey Ober and Griffin Jax didn't get a chance to pitch in New York, and Dan questions Rocco's handling of Game 1. Dan asks David a question with trepidation, and David is once again ready to sign half...
2021-08-2327 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastJorge Loves Those Extra Innings (Indians Series Recap, 8/16-8/18)Send a textAfter starting the year 0-8 in extra-inning games, the Twins have rebounded to a 10-10 record, including two victories in such contests that earned them this series victory against Cleveland. Who are these Twins? Where were they earlier in the year? David and Dan discuss their recent surge of four consecutive series wins, which has David excited about 2022 once more. Dan would like to see a strong finish first, but he's hopeful that Byron Buxton's return will make a climb back to .500 this season not totally unrealistic. They talk about Jorge Polanco's clutch hits...
2021-08-1929 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastNeither Stung Nor Burnt (Rays Series Recap, 8/13-8/15)Send a textDavid and Dan are together in studio for the final time of the season before Dan heads back to Washington. The boys breakdown the Twins series win against the AL East leading Tampa Bay Rays. This makes it three straight series where the Twins have defeated division leading teams leaving David and Dan to wonder what has happened to this team. David is convinced Pineda didn't get traded due to injury concerns and he's curious how the Twins will address the current lack of offensive production from the catching position. Dan thinks it's time t...
2021-08-1631 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastThe Turtle Comes Out of His Shell (White Sox Series Recap, 8/9-8/11)Send a textIn this special episode Dan, David, and Hoges are all together in the studio recapping the Twins series win over the Chicago White Sox. Hoges regales David and Dan with his tale of running in the race at Target field, and agrees with David that no hitters still matter, much to Dan's chagrin. Hoges celebrates his first victory in Puckett's Pucks as the listener's pick, and in a turning of the tables Dan finds himself defending Jake Cave in Beast vs. Bench. The optimism for 2022 is increasing in the boys as they discuss the i...
2021-08-1233 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastOne Error and One Dumb (White Sox Series Recap, 7/6-7/8)Send a textDan is traveling back home so once again Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson joins David in studio. The boys commiserate the lackluster performance the Twins put on display at Target field and Hoges finally admits the season is lost. Both David and Andrew are disappointed in the performance of Simmons on the season, and David feels vindicated in his prior defense of Max Kepler. Andrew wants to know if the Twins could restart the season if they would fair any better if the team were the exact same, and David continues to celebrate his run of...
2021-07-0831 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastNo Division Kings to See Here (Royals Series Recap, 7/2-7/4)Send a textThe Twins and Royals duked it out for fourth place in the AL Central, and at the season midpoint Minnesota unexpectedly sits in last after losing two of three in Kansas City. David and Dan rehash the ups -- Kenta Maeda's start, Trevor Larnach's bat -- and the downs, namely the poor starting pitching performances in Game 1 and 2. David sees just two paths forward for this franchise with no middle ground. Dan can't envision a future where Byron Buxton isn't in the Twins' outfield, though he can very much see one without Max Kepler...
2021-07-0528 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastSplitting the Red C (Red's Series Recap, 6/21-6/22)Send a textDan is on the road making his way to Minnesota so David's friend Andrew lends a hand. Andrew not only kept David in check but also worked in several puns. The boys discuss the Twins crazy two-game series split against the Cincinnati Reds and the devastating news that Byron Buxton will once again be out of the lineup for the foreseeable future. Andrew wants to know if the Twins are going to reload or rebuild for the 2022 season and David wants to know how the arbiters will take into account Buxton's injuries when setting...
2021-06-2328 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastWalks, Texas Rangers (Rangers Series Recap, 6/18-6/20)Send a textDavid and Dan are reunited as David returned from his vacation and the boys discuss the Twins three game sweep of the Texas Rangers. David gives both praise and criticisms to his fill-ins, and Dan's disdain for David's Rogers-Robles combination love is once again made evident. In Mauer's Musings Dan wonders if the Twins can get to 40 wins before they hit the 50 loss mark, and David is curious where the Twins should realistically be slotted in the power rankings. The boys question if the rest of this season matters to the Twins front office o...
2021-06-2133 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastAnd We'll Never Beat Royals (Royals Series Recap, 6/3-6/6)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins 2-2 split against the Kansas City Royals. Dan continues to poke fun at David's insistence on reworking the way wins are calculated, and David continues to mock Dan's roller coaster relationship with Miguel Sano. The boys have little to say negatively about Rocco's recent management and some surprising names make their way into Beast vs. Bench. The guys discuss who ought to represent the Twins at this year's all-star game and Dan asks who is the most unexpected person playing on the Twins current roster. Thanks for listening!
2021-06-0733 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastTraded a Broom for a Jester's Hat (Royals Series Recap, 5/28-5/30)Send a textDavid's brother Dan fills in for Dan Thompson who was away enjoying the sights and sounds of the Indy 500. David and Dan discuss the Twins poor performance against the Kansas City Royals and try to keep their ribbing of Dan Thompson to a minimum as he wasn't in studio to defend himself. Dan points out the positive turnaround experienced by the bullpen and David is confused why Ryan Jeffers continues to be overlooked when the Twins need a backup catcher to be called up. The boys discuss Sano's recent stretch of bad baseball and...
2021-05-3124 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastA Win in 7, 9, and 10 (Angels/Indians Series Recap, 5/20-5/23)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins doubleheader against the Los Angeles Angels and the three-game series against the Cleveland Indians. The Twins split 1 and 1 in LA and take 2 of 3 in Cleveland which causes the boys to struggle to keep their hope in check. The Twins broke both their 7-inning game losing stream and their extra-innings losing streak much to the delight of both Dan and David. Dan loves watching Arraez play baseball and hates the way the MLB scheduled the double header. They discuss whether Randy Dobnak is here to stay and who on t...
2021-05-2430 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastMind Your A's, E's, and L's (A's Series Recap, 5/14-5/16)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins failure to win yet another series, this time against the Oakland A's. While the Twins came away with one victory the losses were not simply due to poor pitching and lack of timely hitting, no the Twins mixed it up a bit by working in fielding errors to secure another series loss. David questions the timing of when his heart will align with his mind in admitting the Twins poor outlook for the season, and Dan does a 180 on his feelings for Sano. The boys discuss whether Kirilloff an...
2021-05-1728 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastOvermatched by Sox (White Sox Series Recap, 5/11-5/13)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins terrible series against the White sox in which the Twins went 0-3. The offense and the defense refuse to both be good in the same games and there are more questions than answers regarding the Twins bullpen. David is upset with Simmons for breaking a rule little leaguers are taught, and Dan is impressed by the recent performance of Willians Astudillo. The boys try and keep up high spirits and optimism, but as the season continues to push forward hope is getting harder to find. Sights are now...
2021-05-1428 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastAttempting to Dethrone the King (Royals Series Recap, 4/30-5/2)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins first series victory since the second series of the season. The Twins looked as though they have transitioned back into the Bomba Squad. The boys discuss what to do about Matt Shoemaker, as well as how this lineup should be constructed when Sano returns. Dan revels in his Puckett's Pick victory given to him via Kirilloff, and David is upset with Dan's pick for the upcoming series against the Rangers. Thanks for listening!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and p...
2021-05-0328 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastTripped by the Tribe (Indians series recap, 4/26-4/28)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss what was a very winnable series in Cleveland, where the Twins come away with one win and a pair of close losses. J.A. Happ's start and the Twins' resurgent bats are certainly highlights, and David thinks Game 3 of this series was just the sort to get the Twins back on track. But Dan continues to be concerned about a bullpen that has few trusted arms right now. The boys wonder whether Rocco Baldelli knows the basics of mound visits, and they consider who might be sent back down once...
2021-04-2930 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastPlundered by Pirates (Pirates Series Recap, 4/23-4/25)Send a textThe Twins great start to the series with a no-hit bid by Happ is soured by dropping the next 2 games against the Pirates. Still missing both Kepler and Simmons among others due to COVID, the Twins struggle to get any sort of offensive production. David and Dan discuss the bullpen woes and why the Twins seem unable to produce runs. The boys discuss whether or not Sano can be fixed, and why the Twins bother calling up players from AAA if they aren't going to be used. They finish up with David offering Dan...
2021-04-2629 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastShipped out by Boston (Red Sox Series Recap, 4/13-4/15)Send a textDan finds some silver lining in the Twins winning Game 4 and in Miguel Sano's show of power and patience, but David has none of either argument in this episode. About the only bright spot in David's mind was the start for Michael Pineda, and maybe the return of Josh Donaldson. But will the Twins' three star hitters -- Nelson Cruz, Byron Buxton and Donaldson -- ever be healthy together? David and Dan also discuss the Twins' late-inning struggles, and don't even get David started about 7-inning double-headers.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written...
2021-04-1633 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastTrouble on the High Seas (Mariners Series Recap, 4/8-4/11)Send a textWhat began as a promising series ended with two late-inning duds for the Twins, as David and Dan discuss on this episode. David rails on the Twins' storied TV announcer for his assessment of one Twins starter's performance, Dan questions Baldelli's bullpen management in Game 3, and they discuss how long Garlick will last in left field as Donaldson's probable return will likely reshuffle the lineup.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain. The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES A...
2021-04-1229 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastCruz Steals the Eye of the Tigers (Tigers Series Recap (4/5-4/7)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins series against the Detroit Tigers. The boys discuss Cruz making the most of his first full-time DH opportunity this season and Rocco's handling of the bullpen. Dan still hates infield in and David questions the aggressive baserunning approach sending runners home with the infield in. Dan forgets that Josh Donaldson is on the team and David still doubts the Turtle's projected ceiling. They touch on the solid performance one time through the starting rotation and whether Dobnak hurt his chances due to his poor bullpen outing. Thanks for...
2021-04-0835 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastArraez-ing to the Occasion (Opening Day 2021)Send a textOpening Day is just about here, and we are all but certain Luis Arraez will be in that lineup ... but where? Dan and David discuss what that opening day lineup might look like, how Kyle Garlick (and not Rooker or Kirilloff) ended up on the roster and how everyone is going to get their at-bats over the course of the season. They also offer their season predictions -- including some outlandish ones about Miguel Sano and the bullpen -- and David gives Dan grief over his endless praise for a certain Twins centerfielder.
2021-03-3139 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins Podcast1+1+1+1+1= 4? (2021 Season Outlook and 2020 Prediction Wrap)Send a textIn this episode, David and Dan review their 2020 season predictions and dive into the Twins outlook for the upcoming 2021 season. The boys discuss how the Twins will handle having five infielders and four positions with the addition of Simmons to the roster. Dan laments the Twins' loss of his beloved Eddie Rosario while David tries to bring him back to reality. They pontificate about the open position in left field and who will get those starts, and they wrap up by discussing what moves the Twins should make prior to the start of spring...
2021-01-3137 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastAL Central Champions Caught Red Handed (Reds Series Wrap 9/25-9/27)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins postseason seeding and wrap up the three-game series against the Reds. In Ronnie's Rages, David is 100% dissatisfied with the Astros making the postseason with a sub .500 record. Dan is still upset with Rocco's use of infield in, and the boys give their series grades, Minnesota Moments, Mauer's Musings, Beast/Bench, Rocco's Rewind, and their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming Wildcard series against the Houston Astros. Thanks for listening! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain. Th...
2020-09-2835 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastPostseason Preview and They're (Not) Grrrreat! (Tigers Series Wrap 9/22-9/23)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins postseason pitching rotation and roster construction and wrap up the two-game series against the Tigers. In Ronnie's Rages David makes it clear that he hates it when runners lose their helmets. Dan is convinced infield in has never worked in the history of baseball, and still has a deep love for Herb Brooks. The Twins have clinched a postseason spot and now the race is on for the top seed. The boys give their series grades, Minnesota Moments, Mauer's Musings, Beast/Bench, Rocco's Rewind, and give their Puckett's P...
2020-09-2549 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins Podcast"Two Out of Three Is Just Right," Goldilocks Said (Cubs Series Wrap 9/18-9/20)Send a textDavid and Dan discuss the Twins three-game series against the Chicago Cubs from 9/18-9/20. We introduce a new segment in honor of Ron Gardenhire titled, "Ronnie's Rages." Dan gets the inaugural honor as he goes off on national broadcasters and interviews happening with players and managers mid-game. The Twins have clinched a postseason spot and now the race is on for the top seed. Dan's emotions have steadied after this series and he has returned to both his love for Eddie Rosario and his level-headed grading, while David is still frustrated by Sano's inability...
2020-09-2242 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastIt's Getting Cold and You Forgot to Pack Sox (White Sox Series Wrap 9/14-9/17)Send a textIn this episode, David and Dan discuss the Twins four-game series against the Chicago White Sox from 9/14-9/17. Dan's positive attitude starts to fade after the Twins' dismal performance, and David is frustrated by Rocco's lack of emotion and continued use of Taylor Rogers. The boys give their series grades, Minnesota Moments, Mauer's Musings, Beast/Bench, Rocco's Rewind, and give their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs. Thanks for listening! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain. Th...
2020-09-1838 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastReturn of the Bombas (Cleveland Series Wrap 9/11-9/13)Send a textIn this episode, David and Dan discuss the Twins three-game series against the Cleveland Indians from 9/11-9/13. In a shocking twist, Dan starts to question his love for Eddie Rosario. David continues to question Rocco's decisions regarding when to pull pitchers, and the boys give their series grades, Minnesota Moments, Mauer's Musings, Beast/Bench, Rocco's Rewind, and they give their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming series against the Chicago White Sox. Thanks for listening! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain. Th...
2020-09-1436 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastTamed the Tigers, but Not Unscathed (Tigers Series Wrap 9/4-9/7)Send a textIn this episode, David and Dan discuss the Twins series against the Detroit Tigers from 9/4--9/7. If you like hearing Dan praise and David complain about Eddie Rosario this is the episode for you! They give their series grades and Minnesota Moments, offer up their Mauer's Musings, discuss the beast and the bench in the series, breakdown Rocco's calm demeanor and his choice to give relievers perhaps more time that is warranted in Rocco's Rewind, and the boys give their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Thanks for listening!
2020-09-0847 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastFinishing Off the Six Pack (Brewers Series Wrap 8/18-8/20)Send a textIn this episode, David and Dan discuss the Twins series against the Milwaukee Brewers from 8/18-8/20. The boys discuss "unwritten rules" in baseball and the Fernando Tatís Jr. drama. They give their series grades and Minnesota Moments, they offer up their Mauer's Musings, discuss the beast and the bench in the series, and breakdown Rocco's use of Taylor Rogers as well as the lack of bunt usage in Rocco's Rewind. David celebrates not losing in Puckett's Picks settling for a tie, and the boys both give their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming series a...
2020-08-2131 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastReached for the Crown, Got the Stocks Instead (Royals Series Wrap 8/7-8/9)Send a textIn this episode, David and Dan discuss the Twins series against the Kansas City Royals from 8/7-8/9. The boys talk through a terrible series sweep. They give their series grades, their Minnesota Moments, offer up their Mauer's Musings, discuss the beast and the bench in the series, and breakdown Rocco's neglect of pinch-hitting in Rocco's Rewind. A new segment is introduced in which David and Dan predict who will perform well in the next series called, "Puckett's Picks." Thanks for listening! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. A...
2020-08-1026 minMN for the Win - A Minnesota Twins PodcastIt's Happening!Send a textIn this episode, David and Dan discuss the upcoming 2020 shortened baseball season, the rules changes put into effect due to the reduced schedule, and the disdain David feels for extra innings starting with a runner on 2nd. The boys talk about Luis Arraez and his potential, and they finish up with a discussion about the over-under piece at Twins Daily written by Nash Walker. Thanks for listening! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain. The Gran Group with Edina Realty ...
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