Byron Buxton left Tuesday's game with more hip problems. His status is still unclear, but will it be the catalyst for the Twins to call up Walker Jenkins? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more from the first two games in Sacramento. Topics include:

— Byron Buxton leaves game after re-aggravating hip injury.
— Is it now time for Walker Jenkins if Buxton needs the IL?
— Why a Jenkins call-up is the right thing to do to spark the team.
— Taj Bradley throws Twins' first-ever immaculate inning.
— Zebby Matthews has another strong outing in Monday's win.
— Kaelen Culpepper stays hot at the plate.

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We are completely miserable, San Diego. The Twins got swept for the second time in a week, this time at the hands of the Padres, and fell two games back in the wild card and 5.5 back in the AL Central. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce break down the weekend. Topics include:

— All three games blew up spectacularly on the Twins.
— The bullpen struggled mightily on Saturday and Sunday.
— On Kaelen Culpepper's fateful throw to third.
— Twins miss a chance for a knockout blow in Saturday's game.
— Byron Buxton in a slump since his return.
— These last nine games showed the gap to the top.
— Is it time to pull the Walker Jenkins lever?
— Twins head to Sacramento for three big games against a bad team.
— Joe Ryan, Kendry Rojas injury updates.

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After a crushing sweep at the hands of the Phillies, the Twins bounced back emphatically with a sweep of their own, beating the NL-East leading Braves. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce break down all the highlights. Topics include:

— A stunning sweep of one of baseball's best teams. 
— The whole Twins pitching staff shined throughout the series.
— Yoendrys Gómez nailed down all three wins.
— The bullpen looks a lot more settled overall.
— Cheers to a great run, Chuck & Chernoff. Sincerely, the Ham & Eggers.
— Kaelen Culpepper has a seven-game hitting streak and is hitting .314.
— Now that Culpepper's thriving ... how about Walker Jenkins?
— Joe Ryan throws a bullpen, getting closer to return.
— Previewing the San Diego series.
— Shoutout to the sad dog meme.

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In our latest mailbag show, Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce answer your questions on the Twins' playoff hopes (still alive), Derek Shelton's job status (just fine), why Walker Jenkins hasn't been called up (there are reasons), whether the Twins will spend in the offseason (they'd better), and more. Topics include: 

— Twins get a big win in series opener vs. Atlanta.
— Do the Twins still have playoff hope this season?
— Why Derek Shelton is definitely not on the hot seat.
— How does a reporter cover a manager when the manager is angry?
— Why Walker Jenkins is still in Triple-A despite the injury to Austin Martin.
— What prospects besides Jenkins would we like to see in the bigs?
— What adjectives best describe this Twins season?
— Will they spend in the offseason?

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The Twins were crushed on Saturday and lost a heartbreaker Sunday to finish off a three-game, two-state sweep at the hands of Philadelphia. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce break down the weekend. Topics include: 

— Recapping a very bad weekend for the Twins.
— Was Connor Prielipp and/or Dean Kremer left in too long?
— Byron Buxton not yet back to his old self at the plate.
— Kaelen Culpepper on a four-game hitting streak.
— Austin Martin's injury and a game-changing play.
— Atlanta Braves up next in the 35th anniversary year of '91.

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The Twins were soundly beaten Thursday night in the Field of Dreams game, but at least we got lots of home runs into the corn. Plus, Byron Buxton returns, Alex Jackson gets DFAed and the Twins resume a tough stretch of the schedule tonight. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk it about all. Topics include:

— Dissecting a brutal Field of Dreams game.
— Twins' bad habit of giving up early runs continues.
— Byron Buxton comes off IL in a needed boost.
— Alex Jackson DFAed after strong fill-in stint.
— Final thoughts on the Field of Dreams game.
— Teeing up the final two games vs. Philadelphia.

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The Twins rallied for a 7-5 win Wednesday to take the series from Baltimore. The Field of Dreams game is up next, vs. the Phillies. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce as talk about all that and more. Topics include:

— Twins' bats wake up for their first series win since July.
— Alan Roden had a big game, and why Walker Jenkins isn't likely coming for his job.
— Big hits in big spots and more highlights from the offense.
— Wednesday's third inning started terribly, then ended up turning the game for the Twins.
— Twins head to Iowa for the Field of Dreams game, and why a rainout would cause a big logistical problem.
— Shoutout to Kody Clemens' incredible catch that may have saved Wednesday's game.

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Kaelen Culpepper homered in his MLB debut as the Twins won the opener in Milwaukee before their close-game woes came back in losses on Saturday and Sunday. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce break down the weekend and more. Topics include:

— Takeaways from the series in Milwaukee.
— Twins go 1-5 in one-run games on the road trips and could really use Byron Buxton.
— Thoughts on Kaelen Culpepper's MLB debut.
— Update on Zebby Matthews' foot injury.
— The Orioles come to town as a big homestand begins.

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With the offense struggling and the team strained for options at shortstop, the Twins are promoting star prospect Kaelen Culpepper from Triple-A Saint Paul. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about Culpepper’s arrival and what to know. 

— Why now with Kaelen Culpepper?
— What to know about Culpepper.
— Is Walker Jenkins next?
— A tough task for Culpepper, debuting vs. Milwaukee.
— Twins get a big hit to beat the Royals and end their losing streak.

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Joe Ryan is being evaluated for injury after another struggle of an outing Tuesday in Kansas City. The Twins made Noah Cameron look like Cy Young once again. And Tom Pohlad speaks about the team's trade deadline and future. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about all that and more. Topics include:

— Joe Ryan's injury: What's going on?
— Why the lower body is particularly troubling for a pitcher.
— Thoughts on the two dismal losses in Kansas City.
— The Twins' offense has gone completely cold.
— Tom Pohlad foreshadows more spending in the offseason.
— A tough road ahead this weekend in Milwaukee.

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