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Twins' top pick completes intense program
Levi Michael knows he has some ground to make up after being held out of Minor League action last year because of injuries.
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Twins claim Mastroianni, designate Vasquez
The Twins claimed outfielder Darin Mastroianni off waivers from the Blue Jays, the club announced Thursday. To make room for Mastroianni on the 40-man roster, Minnesota also designated right-handed reliever Esmerling Vasquez for assignment.
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2 days ago
Twins organization preview, Top 20 Prospects
Injuries and missed playing time for the Twins in 2011 led to a farm system in a state of flux as a number of prospects were pushed into service, disrupting player development plans and timelines.
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3 days ago
Hughes to have shoulder examined
Twins infielder Luke Hughes is headed to Minnesota on Thursday to have his right shoulder examined by club physician Dr. Dan Buss after injuring it in a home-plate collision in his native Australia.
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3 days ago
Inbox: How will lineup look on Opening Day?
Twins beat reporter Rhett Bollinger tackles fans' questions about the Opening Day lineup, the club's biggest obstacle and whether third baseman Danny Valencia is expendable.
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5 days ago
Diamond hopes routine leads to a spot
Twins lefty Scott Diamond is one of the rare pitchers who has been throwing almost all offseason, as most don't begin their throwing programs until December or January. With just one spot open in Minnesota's bullpen, Diamond says he's ready to compete.
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9 days ago
Carroll offers Twins stability late in his career
Jamey Carroll, who turns 38 on Feb. 18, is seemingly getting better with age, as he's coming off two of the most productive years of his career.
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10 days ago
Inbox: DH rotation offers some flexibility
Twins beat reporter Rhett Bollinger tackles fans' questions about the lineup's DH spot, the team's declining payroll and Denard Span's future with the club.
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12 days ago
Another successful TwinsFest comes to a close
TwinsFest 2012 concluded successfully on Sunday, after an estimated 30,000 fans attended the event over three days at the Metrodome.
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13 days ago
Winter ball helps Casilla get back on track
After impressing in the Dominican Winter League, Twins second baseman Alexi Casilla arrived at TwinsFest feeling great.
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14 days ago
Willingham ready for challenge in right field
Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said he expects Josh Willingham to be the team's starting right fielder next season, even though Willingham has only started 33 games there over his eight-year career.
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14 days ago
Carroll excited, impressed by TwinsFest
Jamey Carroll, who was signed by the Twins early in the offseason to be the club's starting shortstop, said he couldn't help but be impressed by TwinsFest.
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14 days ago
Mauer declares himself healthy, rarin' to go
After dealing with a range of injuries and illnesses that plagued him during the 2011 season, Twins catcher Joe Mauer said Saturday that he's fully healthy.
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14 days ago
On the mend, Morneau starts baseball activities
Justin Morneau, who played in just 69 games last season because of various injuries, said Friday that he's optimistic he'll be healthy and ready to go once Spring Training starts next month.
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15 days ago
Blackburn, Baker plan to hit ground running
Twins right-handers Nick Blackburn and Scott Baker said during TwinsFest that they're both healthy and on track to be ready to go once pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training on Feb. 18.
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15 days ago
Span eager to spring back into action
As he continues to overcome the lingering effects of the concussion he suffered last season, Twins center fielder Denard Span is solely focused on helping the Twins bounce back in 2012.
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15 days ago
Gardenhire: Pavano is Opening Day starter
Twins manager Ron Gardenhire confirmed on Friday that veteran right-hander Carl Pavano is slated to be the club's Opening Day starter on April 6 when the Twins play the Orioles at Camden Yards.
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15 days ago
Pascual elected to Twins Hall of Fame
Former Twins right-hander Camilo Pascual was elected as the lone inductee into the Twins Hall of Fame this year, club president Dave St. Peter announced Friday.
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15 days ago
Statue honoring Hrbek to be unveiled in 2012
Twins president Dave St. Peter made a slew of announcements during a media luncheon on Friday, including the decision to honor Kent Hrbek with a statue outside of Gate 14 at Target Field.
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15 days ago
Twins to retire Kelly's No. 10 this season
The Twins Twins announced Thursday that they will honor two-time World Series championship manager Tom Kelly by retiring his uniform No. 10 during a pregame celebration as part of Tom Kelly Day, when the Twins host the Indians on Sept. 8.
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16 days ago
Sano, Hicks among game's Top 100 prospects
The Twins have long prided themselves on producing successful big leaguers through their farm system, and two of their top prospects could be well on their way, as they were named to MLB.com's Top 100 list for 2012 on Wednesday.
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17 days ago
Top 100 Prospects list to be unveiled tonight
David Price, Jason Heyward, Mike Stanton, Buster Posey and Jeremy Hellickson were among the many recent up-and-comers to hit the ground running in the Major Leagues. Who might have such an impact in 2012? Find out Wednesday night with the unveiling of MLB.com's Top 100 Prospects list.
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18 days ago
Prince helps AL Central's rich get richer
No division was won by a greater margin last season than the American League Central, and its defending champions did their best to position themselves for another runaway on Tuesday by luring Prince Fielder.
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18 days ago
Inbox: Who will complete Twins' roster?
In the latest Twins Inbox, beat reporter Rhett Bollinger answers fans' questions on the final roster pieces heading into Spring Training, the status of Justin Morneau and what can be expected of the club's starting rotation in 2012.
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18 days ago
Target Field usher to compete on 'Baseball IQ'
Craig Nordquist, who has worked in guest services with the Twins since 2008, is scheduled to represent the organization on MLB Network's new game show, "Baseball IQ," which premieres at 8 p.m. CT on Tuesday.
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19 days ago
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