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The trade deadline is hours away. Will the Twins make any more deals? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about what to expect, recap the weekend in Seattle and more. Topics include:

— The trade deadline is at 5 p.m. CT. Will the Twins make another move?
— Trevor Larnach in an awkward spot, reportedly traded before the Astros' owner nixed the deal.
— It's a weird day for players, and the Twins are watching "The Odyssey."
— Royce Lewis' mistake, should they have walked Emerson and more on the Twins' two walk-off losses to the Mariners...

The Twins made a late-night move Thursday to get help for their bullpen, acquiring A.J. Minter from the Mets. In a bonus show, Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the deal and what it means. Topics include:

— What A.J. Minter brings to the Twins.
— Twins send prospects Billy Amick, Bruin Agbayani to New York.
— The Twins say they're not done adding pieces.
— Tyler's thoughts on Minter and the push the Twins are making.
— Could just a couple of improvements make the difference?
— We're still fired up about Kody Clemens...

Unbelievable! The Twins were dead in the water Thursday before Kody Clemens turned a 3-0 loss into a 4-3 win with a two-out, two-strike walk-off grand slam on Thursday. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the dramatic win, the warts it’s hiding and the tough stretch ahead with the trade deadline just hours away. Topics include:

— Kody Clemens’ grand slam is a remarkable ending to a strange series with the Royals.
— On the kind of boost it gives the clubhouse.
— Sound of Clemens reacting in the clubhouse.
— These last two games were b...

Cinema at Target Field on Tuesday as Royce Lewis delivered another walk-off to lift the Twins over the Royals on an otherwise frustrating night. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and Byron Buxton's injury, plus answer your trade deadline questions. Topics include:

— Royce Lewis does it again for the Twins.
— What we know about Byron Buxton's latest hip injury aggravation.
— An interview with a fan who got a little worked up last night.
— GM Jeremy Zoll reaffirms the team's intent to buy.
— Answering your trade deadline questions, from Ryan Jeffers to...

It wasn't pretty, but the Twins took two out of three against the A's this weekend to get back to their series-winning ways with the trade deadline looming. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Topics include:

— Two wins is two wins, and the Twins will take it.
— A crucial bounce-back over the weekend to win the series.
— Kendry Rojas shines in a short-notice start Saturday.
— On a day for people named Ryan at Target Field, Ryan Kreidler provides a thrill.
— Joe Ryan's trade deadline outlook after his bout with...

The Twins revived their outlook by flushing their four-game losing streak and salvaging a split in Cleveland to cap their post-All-Star break road trip. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Topics include:

— On the two Twins in Cleveland, a solid response to a bad stretch of play.
— How the vibe in the media doesn't always match the vibe in the clubhouse.
— Taj Bradley was fantastic on Thursday, ending a stretch of shaky Twins starts.
— Have they gone from buyers to sellers to buyers again?
— Why the Twins can't punt...

A desultory losing streak hits four games as the Twins drop the first two in Cleveland. Have they gone from trade-deadline buyers to sellers? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Twins looking listless after two more losses.
— Joe Ryan's historically bad start.
— Are they sellers now?
— Does the clubhouse become resigned to it at some point?
— Is Trevor Larnach a likely option to trade?
— Why the concept of "selling" is different than last year's fire sale.
— Up next, two more (increasi...

After a strong start Friday, the Twins were trounced in the final two games against the Cubs at Wrigley Field this weekend. Next up, a four-game set against the division-rival Guardians that could go a long way to determining what the trade deadline looks like. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Recapping a rough weekend in Chicago.
— Byron Buxton could return as soon as Monday.
— Mick Abel and David Festa are likely done for the season, and what it means for the Twins' bullpe...

The Twins begin the second half of the season tied for the American League's final wild-card spot. Can they make a surge to reach the postseason? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce look at the biggest questions for the last 65 games. Topics include:

— Are they actually playoff contenders?
— Remembering the stifling hot 2018 series at Wrigley Field, which we were all at.
— Where do we stand on the buy vs. sell debate?
— Can the offense continue to stay hot (and healthy)?
— A peek at this weekend's series against the Cubs.

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With the Twins off until Friday, Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce take your questions on what it would take to keep All-Star Joe Ryan around long-term, what the clubhouse was like in the Josh Donaldson era, why exactly Tyler threw at Yermin Mercedes in a 2021 game, and more.

— Joe Ryan shines in the ASG, and welcome to the mailbag show. 
— What are the Twins going to do with all their catchers?
 
— Will Mick Abel return before the playoffs? 
— What was the Josh Donaldson era like in the clubhouse?
 
— What kind of contract would it...

The Twins won their eighth series in the last nine to head into the All-Star break tied for the last wild-card spot in the American League. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— The Twins rally to take two of three from the Angels to cap the first half.
— Twins keep coming up with wins in the rubber games.
— Assistant GM Sean Johnson's comments on Vahn Lackey, the team's first-round draft pick.
— What Lackey brings to the Twins organization.
— Our Home Run Derby pick...

Tom Pohlad sure sounds like he's ready to add to, not tear down, this surprisingly competitive Twins team. Plus, the Twins win another series. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about all that on the latest episode. Topics include:

— Tom Pohlad says "a $100 million payroll is not going to get the job done."
— How players in the clubhouse feel about comments like that.
— Twins are outperforming 11 of the top 16 payrolls in baseball.
— A single bullpen arm could make a huge difference.
— Twins take 2 of 3 from Cleveland; Bailey Ober returns.
— Alan Roden gets h...

Taj Bradley threw seven brilliant innings, and the Twins got more timely two-out hits to beat rival Cleveland on Tuesday in the opener of a big three-game series. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Taj Bradley's super start, "like playing a video game."
— What it feels like as a pitcher to be in the zone like Bradley.
— Two-out hits with RISP played a big role in the win.
— Twins 13-7 in their last 20, shades of their early-season success.
— Byron Buxton heads to the IL...

The Twins won a series at Yankee Stadium for the first time since 2014. Now they get set for a big three games against division rival Cleveland. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Twins take 2 of 3 in New York behind timely hitting, solid pitching.
— Tyler once absolutely handcuffed the Yankees in New York.
— Joe Ryan was brilliant in Sunday's win.
— Our picks to homer on Tuesday.
— Byron Buxton reaggravates his hip injury.
— Twins add reliever Woo-suk Go to bullpen in deal with Tigers...

The Twins finished off a series win in Houston on Wednesday night and now head out to the Big Apple to face the dreaded (but slumping) Yankees for a weekend set. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about that and more, including:

— Twins' bats come back to life in Houston as they win Wednesday's rubber game.
— Trevor Larnach continues to rake, now hitting .291.
— Taj Bradley was electric Wednesday with 11 Ks.
— World Cup talk (sorry).
— The latest on Byron Buxton's injury.
— Previewing the Twins' series against the Yankees.
— Special guest Tyler Duffey on what it's l...

Zebby Matthews was brilliant Monday and Joe Ryan had a very rough inning Tuesday as the Twins went 1-1 in the first two of three games in Houston. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more, including:

— Joe Ryan's rough night and a very consequential ABS challenge.
— Zebby Matthews shines in Monday's win, which featured another consequential challenge attempt.
— Matthews, Connor Prielipp and Mike Paredes stepped up in June.
— Anthony Banda is out "months" in a brutal blow to the bullpen.
— The latest on Byron Buxton's absence and how long it mi...

It wasn't always pretty, but the Twins won the weekend series against the MLB-worst Rockies. Next up: Important road series in Houston and New York as the All-Star Break nears and the trade deadline looms. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about all the latest, including: 

— Twins scrape two wins out of three games vs. the Rockies.
— Bullpen blows a 7-run lead on Friday and nearly costs them a game.
— The bats and the starting pitching were bright spots again.
— Anthony Banda leaves Sunday's game with an injury.
— Connor Prielipp with an encourag...

The Twins were mostly competitive against the MLB's best team but lost all three games to the Dodgers. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Takeaways from the Dodgers' sweep of the Twins.
— The bats went silent vs. mighty L.A.
— What do you do with this team at the trade deadline?
— What Marco Raya brings to the bullpen.
— Luke Keaschall getting reps in the outfield.
— A peek at this weekend's series against MLB-worst Colorado.

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Twins GM Jeremy Zoll made it quite clear this week how the team feels about Byron Buxton as the trade deadline looms. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that plus the first two games of the team's series vs. the Dodgers. Topics include:

— Zoll says the team has "no plans" to deal Buxton.
— Zoll was clearly listening when Buxton made his recent strong comments about wanting to stay.
— Is that an indication of plans to hang onto other key players?
— Buxton kept our HR prediction streak alive and answered Shohei Ohtani's blast on...

The Twins exploded for 16 runs Saturday during a series win over Arizona, capping a huge road trip. They now come home to face L.A. while sitting just a game out in the wild card and 3.5 out in the AL Central. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the offensive surge and more. Topics include:

— Twins take two of three in Arizona to cap road trip.
— The numbers behind a huge offensive surge.
— The latest on Mick Abel's setback.
— Mike Paredes and the Twins' fill-ins stepping up.
— Our picks to homer Monday nig...

In an exclusive with The Athletic's Dan Hayes, Byron Buxton has some thoughts about his name being attached to trade speculation. Dan, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that, the Twins' sweep of the Rangers and more on the latest show. Topics include:

— Byron Buxton makes it clear how he feels about all the trade talk.
— On why Buxton probably means it when he says he doesn't intend to leave.
— With the Twins still feisty, it feels like a stretch to trade him.
— Our picks to homer tonight in Arizona. Can we be right ag...

The Twins got strong performances across the board in winning the first two games in Texas against the Rangers. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the last two wins and more. Topics include:

— A strong start to the series and the Twins' first winning streak in nearly a month.
— The offense stays hot, moving up to No. 2 in the AL in runs scored.
— Their success with RISP continues to be a major factor.
— Kody Clemens making himself a potential trade target?
— Zebby Matthews with a strong response after a rough last outin...

Byron Buxton and Royce Lewis were a combined 13 for 22 with 4 home runs and 7 RBI as the Twins scored a back-and-forth series win over visiting St. Louis. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— A wild, entertaining series win over the Cardinals as Royce Lewis' strong play continues.
— Byron Buxton goes 8 for 12, giving the Twins a formidable punch in the lineup in recent days.
— Will Dan spend $1,400 on a World Cup ticket?
— Taj Bradley with a step in the right direction.
— The bullpen — had its mome...

The Twins' struggles continue with a series loss in Detroit. Byron Buxton is now at 20 homers and talked about his struggles with runners on base. And Royce Lewis had a promising series, with five hits. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about all that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Thoughts on the final two games in Detroit.
— On the Statcast era and getting data about legit home runs vs. ballpark specials.
— Byron Buxton hits a three-run homer, then talks about his RISP struggles.
— On Buxton welcoming the talk and why it m...

The Twins dropped to a season-worst eight games under .500 with a 10-4 loss in Detroit on Tuesday. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the game, Taj Bradley’s struggles, Byron Buxton and the persistent trade rumors and more. Plus, a clip from Foul Territory’s interview with Kody Clemens.

— Twins drop to 30-38 and the vibes aren’t great.
— Taj Bradley’s struggles continue.
— Kody Clemens talks Byron Buxton on Foul Territory.
— Buxton hits another homer, but his woes with RISP are still there.
— Updates on Mick Abel, Kendry Rojas and Cole Sands.

It was a rough and eventful weekend for the Twins as Royce Lewis returned to the big leagues, Byron Buxton injured himself making a catch in center field and the visiting Royals won the four-game series. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce discuss the latest, including:

— A rough series loss that could've gone the other way.
— Byron Buxton's injury status.
— Royce Lewis' return and different looks in the field.
— James Outman DFA'ed.
— A peek at the upcoming series in Detroit.

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Pablo López gives us an update on his recovery from the UCL tear he suffered in spring training and talks about his “side quests” during rehab. Plus, Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins’ series-opening loss to the Royals and more recent developments. Topics include:

— Welcome to the show, and López talks about how rehab is going.
—López on his “side quests,” including interpreting the team and some news on his upcoming TV duties.
— López on his mindset over the 12-month recovery period.
— On the Twins’ loss Thursday to the Royals.
— Upda...

The Twins suffered a listless defeat Wednesday in an otherwise successful series against the White Sox. Meanwhile, Royce Lewis continues to crush the ball in St. Paul. That and more in the latest episode from Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce:

— Twins lose finale but come away with a needed series win.
— Tristan Gray's bat and other feel-good items from the series.
— Twins still hovering around the edge of the playoff picture — what will it mean?
— The swell of .500-ish teams and what it might mean to be "contending" around the trade deadline.
— Royce Lewis is on...

The Twins lose a couple of one-run heartbreakers and a blowout in Pittsburgh to extend their losing streak to five as their 10-game road trip comes to a close. Topics in the latest episode from Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce include:

— A frustrating and painful end the road trip with Bailey Ober's injury. 
— The gut-punches of Friday and Saturday's losses.
— The over-taxed bullpen in a 17-day stretch of games.
— Offense was a bright spot, and our picks to homer Monday.
— The crazy timing of Simeon Woods Richardson getting DFAed.
— Teeing up the return...

Bring it on, "Atlanta radio hosts!" Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce respond to being called out for our snarky commentary about an Atlanta radio show's recent Byron Buxton thoughts. Topics include:

— Twin Cities Territory vs. Mr. Chuck and Mr. Chernoff.
— Why they're upset, and why Dan isn't backing down!
— Dan somehow makes this about Dr. Seuss.
— Unfortunately, Chuck and Chernoff have fired Dan.
— Where we're at with the MLB and players' unions labor proposals.
— On the Twins' losses in Chicago and a look ahead to Pittsburgh.

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The Twins have split the first two games of their road series against the White Sox after Tuesday's 11-inning win. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Breaking down Tuesday's win.
— The heads-up play that got the Twins out of the 10th inning.
— Brooks Lee, moved to third base, responds in a big way.
— Tyler on handling demotions in your role.
— Joe Ryan with another solid outing.
— Byron Buxton's progress toward getting back to CF.

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The Twins started a 10-game road trip in the best way possible, sweeping the Red Sox in Boston. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Twins sweep at Fenway Park for first since 1994.
— Taj Bradley comes back strong.
— The bullpen has had a great week.
— Royce Lewis is on an absolute tear in Triple-A, and our picks to homer.
— Setting up a big series in Chicago.

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For the third straight game since his injury scare, Joe Ryan threw exactly six innings and allowed exactly one run as the Twins won the series finale against the Astros. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Topics include:

— With a shaken-up lineup, Twins win series vs. Houston.
— Joe Ryan is on a roll.
— An interlude to address Byron Buxton to Atlanta trade rumors.
— Back to Joe Ryan, who is making himself a hot commodity ahead of the trade deadline.
— Andrew Morris shines in his first shot at the closer...

The Twins' No. 1 pick in 2017 is headed to the minors after a dismal start to 2026. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about Lewis' stunning struggles and more. Topics include:

— Royce Lewis to Triple-A and what comes next.
— A concerning trend of promising players regressing?
— What Orlando Arcia brings to the team.
— Ryan Jeffers out 6-8 weeks with broken hamate (not pronounced ha-MAH-tay) bone.
— Byron Buxton returns after five-game absence.
— Thoughts on the Twins' win Monday over the Astros.

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Royce Lewis' struggles are only growing. Will the Twins send their 2017 No. 1 pick down to Triple-A for a reset? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Where we're at with Royce Lewis.
— On Miguel Sanó being sent down in 2018, and what it's like when you get to this point with a big-name player.
— Why demoting Lewis would be complicated.
— Other thoughts from the series against the Brewers.
— Ryan Jeffers' tear continues, and our picks to homer.
— Byron Buxton injury update.
— What to watch f...

The struggling Matt Wallner — once one of the Twins' most promising young players — got demoted to Triple-A this week. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about his sudden fall and why finding a place back in the Twins' lineup may be difficult, plus more in the latest episode. Topics include:

— Matt Wallner's demotion and what happens now.
— Austin Martin's sizzling start and big opportunity with Wallner out.
— Zebby Matthews throws seven strong innings in his season debut.
— Byron Buxton's injury and what the outlook is there.
— Teeing up the weekend series, the always fun...

Bailey Ober tossed a complete-game shutout on fewer than 100 pitches — the rare feat known as a "Maddux" — on Tuesday as the Twins won their third straight game. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Plus, Tyler Duffey has a big life update. Topics include:

— Tyler Duffey is pitching in Mexico! 
— Recapping Ober's "Maddux."
— How Ober is getting it done with lower velo.
— Andrew Morris was ready to go again after a busy weekend.
— Ryan Jeffers' surge and our picks to homer Wednesday.
— Teeing up the last two games of the Marlins serie...

The Twins got their first series win in a month thanks to strong showings from two of their weaknesses this season — the bullpen and defense. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey, and Zack Pierce talk about that and more:

— Twins take two of three in Cleveland
— The bullpen steps up
— Brooks Lee saves the day with his glove (18:38): Brooks Lee hasn't seen "The Matrix" and we're shook
— Kendry Rojas, a little nasty and a little shaky on Sunday
— Teeing up the nine-game homestand

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Royce Lewis is struggling big time, and he spoke this week about his concerns about his place on the Twins going forward. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey, and Zack Pierce talk about that and more on the latest show. Topics include:

— Royce Lewis says, "It feels like people around here sometimes are waiting for me to struggle."
— What it's like for a big-leaguer to struggle and how a reset can help.
— All that went wrong in a couple bad losses to the Nationals.
— Mick Abel has a setback.
— Teeing up the season's first series against Cl...

After an injury scare over the weekend, Joe Ryan got a clean MRI and is likely to make his next start Saturday in Cleveland. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Today's topics:

— Joe Ryan's good news
— What Ryan's status means for the Twins ahead of the trade deadline
— Twins win series opener in Washington
— Byron Buxton, otherwise excellent, breaks out of a key slump
— Trevor Larnach's surge and our home run picks
— A look at the rest of the Nationals series and Cleveland

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