Locked On Twins - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Twins

The Minnesota Twins, after trading All-Star and AL batting champion Luis Arraez, are expressing quiet confidence in Alex Kirilloff's ability to man first base for a chunk of 2023. Even if Kirilloff returns from wrist surgery healthy and ready to perform, the Twins could still acquire a right-handed first baseman to platoon with Kirilloff. There are two veteran options still on the free agent market in 2020 home run leader Luke Voit and former Astro Yuli Gurriel. Do either of these guys make sense for the Twins? Are they worth an add? Let's break it all down!

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The Minnesota Twins made another trade Monday, acquiring CF Michael A. Taylor from the Kansas City Royals for relief prospects Steven Cruz and Evan Sisk. The Twins have made an effort to build depth on their roster for 2023, evidenced by their trade for Pablo López. Taylor leads all outfielders in Defensive Runs Saved since 2020 and joins an outfield group with Byron Buxton, Joey Gallo and Max Kepler. This outfield looks to be a special one defensively, with four to six viable options on the grass. What does this mean for Kepler? For the Twins outlook in 2023? Would I have done this trade? Let's break it all down!

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In a surprising move for many Minnesota Twins fans, the club traded their fan favorite Luis Arraez in a deal for Miami Marlins starter Pablo López and prospects José Salas and Byron Chourio. While the Twins were in need of another starter capable of producing at a frontline level, Arraez was one of the Twins' best hitters for the last four seasons. Are the Twins projected for more, less or about the same wins after the deal? Was it worth the sting of losing a franchise cornerstone who had three more seasons until free agency? Let's break it all down.

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As rumors floated throughout the last couple weeks, many speculated on what a package would look like for Pablo López. Well, here it is. The Minnesota Twins have traded Luis Arraez to the Miami Marlins for López, SS José Salas and OF Byron Chourio. It's a massive move for the Twins who decided to trade their primary leadoff man and the 2022 American League batting champion. In return, the Twins get a steady arm in López, who would've paced the team with 180 innings pitched last season. López, 26, harnesses a fastball in the mid 90s with a great changeup. He can safely join Sonny Gray at the top of the Twins' rotation. Twins Daily's Matt Braun joins us to break down this blockbuster deal.

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We opened up the mailbag from Minnesota Twins fans and onlookers for Thursday's action-packed episode. Questions ranged from trade packages for Zac Gallen to the projected future for Joe Ryan. What are the keys for the 2023 Twins as they try to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2020? What are the biggest needs before Opening Day commences at the end of March? Should Byron Buxton become the full-time Designated Hitter in an attempt to stay on the field? Let's break it all down and more!

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There have been plenty of rumors and reports this winter surrounding Luis Arraez's future with the Minnesota Twins. Arraez, 25, just won the American League batting title after hitting .316/.375/.420 in 144 games. Arraez is a fan favorite and a beloved figure in the clubhouse. His subtraction via trade would undoubtedly have a ripple effect on the rest of the roster.

What would the Twins look like if they traded Arraez before Opening Day? Let's assess. Plus, the Twins came to an agreement on an extension with starter Chris Paddack, keeping him in Minnesota through 2024. Was it a worthy investment?

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The Minnesota Twins, after re-signing Carlos Correa to a six year, $200 million deal, have to get aggressive before Opening Day arrives. The Twins are currently projected for the 13th most fWAR in MLB, placing them right on the bubble of a playoff field. Every additional player could make all the difference between a playoff berth and another miss. Where are the Twins weakest and who could fix it via trade? Let's break six names in one specific area of need, a right-handed bopper in a corner.

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The Minnesota Twins made the Carlos Correa signing official Wednesday afternoon at Target Field. Correa, donning the Twins' new home threads, gushed about his excitement to return to Minnesota. Now that the Twins have their shortstop back, it's fair to wonder what Derek Falvey and Thad Levine will do to further improve the roster before Opening Day. Many Twins fans' first thought is of a frontline starting pitcher. The Twins haven't had a true ace since Johan Santana; what better time than now? Well, they're tough to find. Perhaps a more plausible path is finding wins in the form of other players at different positions. Would Trey Mancini, Andrew McCutchen or Adam Duvall help complete the roster? Let's dive into all the options!

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BREAKING: It's over, pending physical. Per Jeff Passan of ESPN, Carlos Correa is in agreement with the Minnesota Twins on a six-year, $200 million contract with vesting/team options that could push the overall value to 10 years and $270 million. In a crazy ending to an even crazier saga, the Twins end up as the last man standing, securing their superstar shortstop.

This deal is pending a physical but reports indicate the Twins are comfortable enough with Correa's surgically-repaired right ankle to guarantee him the most money in franchise history. The final offer from the New York Mets was for six years and $157.5M but with the condition of passing a yearly physical. Correa and super agent Scott Boras balked at those demands, instead agreeing to a historic deal with the Twins. Let's break this thing down from all angles!

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Many Minnesota Twins fans are anxiously awaiting the final word on Carlos Correa's free agent saga with the New York Mets. While we wait, I called for all things Twins questions, including an update on Correa, Alex Kirilloff's projections for 2023 and much more.

The Twins have made only two free agent additions this offseason in Joey Gallo and Christian Vázquez. Could there be more on the way in the forms of Andrew McCutchen, Michael Wacha or Michael Fulmer? Listen to find out my take on that and the trade market. Thanks for your questions!

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