Mar 06 2010
Baker sees wait pay off with Twins
Baker sees wait pay off with Twins
Pitching and fishing remain the two favorite pastimes of Minnesota Twins starter Scott Baker.
Twins report from spring training
Jose Mijares gets hit with a line drive. Pat Neshek looks strong. Other stuff from Fort Myers.
Mauer is center of attention in Fort Myers
At Spring Training, everywhere Joe Mauer goes, the crowd follows. Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer is the biggest draw in Fort Myers, not for catching in the bullpen or taking batting practice; it’s because the MVP’s future is at stake and fans are desperate to find out what he’ll do.
Closer Report: Minnesota Twins
Twins closer Joe Nathan is still among the very best in the business. He’s going in the seventh round, and the 40 saves, 2.50 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, and 75 Ks are worth it.
Is Casilla’s big hit for Twins last fall his last?
Alexi Casilla lost his job as Minnesota’s starting second baseman last season. When the Twins signed Jim Thome in January, Casilla even lost his No.
Boof Bonser is no stranger to this town, having spent every spring since 2003 here as a member of the Minnesota Twins.
Twins counting on solid year from LF Delmon Young
BBATwins-Young,0098 Twins counting on solid year from LF Delmon Young Eds: APNewsNow.
Twins teammates Blackburn, Thome share some history
Last week, during some early-morning preparation for spring training workouts, Nick Blackburn - owner of the 2008 Game 163 gem spoiled by a solo home run - and Jim Thome - owner of that home run - ended up side by side on adjacent exercise bikes.
Is Mike Lowell an Option for the Minnesota Twins?
Mike Lowell did not. The Minnesota Twins revamped a previously punchless middle infield, added a big bat to an otherwise lackluster bench, retained an innings-eater for the rotation, and brought in a solid groundball specialist for the bullpen.
Miguel Cabrera’s MVP voter explains himself
Miguel Cabrera was the only other American League player to receive a vote for MVP last season.
