Diamond hopes routine leads to a spot
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0500)
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.

Carroll offers Twins stability late in his career
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:25:00 -0500)
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.

Inbox: DH rotation offers some flexibility
(Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:32:00 -0500)
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.

Another successful TwinsFest comes to a close
(Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500)
TwinsFest 2012 concluded successfully on Sunday, after an estimated 30,000 fans attended the event over three days at the Metrodome.

Winter ball helps Casilla get back on track
(Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:49:03 -0500)
After impressing in the Dominican Winter League, Twins second baseman Alexi Casilla arrived at TwinsFest feeling great.

Carroll excited, impressed by TwinsFest
(Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:49:02 -0500)
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.

Willingham ready for challenge in right field
(Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:49:02 -0500)
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.

Mauer declares himself healthy, rarin' to go
(Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:10:00 -0500)
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.

On the mend, Morneau starts baseball activities
(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:48:00 -0500)
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.

Blackburn, Baker plan to hit ground running
(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:13:35 -0500)
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.

Span eager to spring back into action
(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:46:00 -0500)
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.

Statue honoring Hrbek to be unveiled in 2012
(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:25:00 -0500)
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.

Pascual elected to Twins Hall of Fame
(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:25:00 -0500)
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 on Friday.

Gardenhire: Pavano is Opening Day starter
(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:25:00 -0500)
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.

Twins to retire Kelly's No. 10 this season
(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:10:00 -0500)
The 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.

Sano, Hicks among game's Top 100 prospects
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:00:00 -0500)
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. Infielder Miguel Sano (23) and outfielder Aaron Hicks (72) were named to MLB.com's Top 100 Prospects list for 2012 on Wednesday.

Prince helps AL Central's rich get richer
(Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:30:00 -0500)
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.

Inbox: Who will complete Twins' roster?
(Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:15:00 -0500)
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.

Target Field usher to compete on 'Baseball IQ'
(Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:38:00 -0500)
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.

Parmelee No. 5 on list of top 1B prospects
(Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:36:54 -0500)