Source: Twins nearing deal to keep VP Falvey
Derek Falvey joined the Twins in October 2016 from Cleveland, where he was the assistant general manager.
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Sources: Twins expected to pick up Cruz option
Nelson Cruz, who became just the third player in team history to hit 40 home runs, is expected to remain with the Twins for 2020 when they exercise their $12 million option, sources told ESPN.
Twins enter offseason with pride after record year
One bad playoff series against the Yankees can't erase the consistency, resiliency and success displayed by the Twins as they won the AL Central division for the first time since 2010.
BBTN: Scherzer's Effort, Clutch Hitting, Numbers Game
Max Scherzer wills himself and the Nationals to a Wednesday Game 5 showdown against the Dodgers, who Buster and Dave Schoenfield say face more pressure to win than any other playoff team (16:34). They also discuss Houston's decision to start Justin Verlander today, Yadier Molina's clutch gene and why they're happy Stephen Strasburg will get the ball tomorrow against Walker Buehler. Plus, Sarah Langs and "The Numbers Game" (38:45).
Kurkjian's October tales: A monster on the mound and the biggest Reds fan in the nursery ward
Tim Kurkjian shares the behind-the-scenes stories of some of the wildest games, moments and characters in MLB postseason history. This week: the 1990s.
Torres leads Yankees to 5-1 win and sweep of Twins
Gleyber Torres got New York going with a second-inning home run, scored on each of his two doubles and made a pair of sparkling defensive plays, fueling the Yankees to a 5-1 victory over Minnesota on Monday night to finish yet another sweep of the...
BBTN: Clutch Braves, LAD's Dominance, Cap Talk
The Braves pull off a stunning comeback and the Dodgers shell Patrick Corbin. Buster and Tim Kurkjian recap a wild divisional series weekend by discussing Atlanta's clutch gene, the Yankees' plate discipline, if the Rays can salvage a game against the confident Astros and more (14:22). Plus, ESPN's Alden Gonzalez previews tonight's Dodgers/Nationals Game 4 (34:04) and Todd Radom joins for a playoff-themed "Cap Talk" (42:56).
Mr. October on Didi Gregorius: 'Don't wake him up'
The slugging shortstop ripped a slump-busting grand slam in Game 2 of the ALDS against the Twins. Yankees great Reggie Jackson says Sir Didi's just getting started.
MLB's Monday of doom? Four contenders could get bounced at home in one day
The Nationals, Cardinals, Twins and Rays could all see their seasons end -- before their home crowds -- on Monday.
MLB Playoffs Daily: Will Cards, Nats, Rays or Twins survive?
The stakes couldn't be higher, with four teams playing for their postseason lives and four hoping to move on to the LCS round.
Twins' torture: Breaking down their record 16-game postseason losing streak
With another sweep at the hands of the Yankees, Minnesota continued 15 years of futility. Here's a game-by-game recap of how the Twins got here.
After two beatdowns in the Bronx, are the 101-win Twins already toast?
Crushed by the Yankees and taunted from the cheap seats, Minnesota heads home looking for a way to salvage its postseason.
1-star start: Yanks shell Twins' ex-driver rookie
Twins rookie Randy Dobnak, who drove for Uber to make extra cash while he played in the minors, was tagged by the Yankees during his surprise Game 2 start.
Gregorius, Yanks stagger Twins again, lead ALDS 2-0
Didi Gregorius hooked a slump-busting grand slam during a seven-run third inning and the New York Yankees pummeled the Minnesota Twins again, cruising to an 8-2 victory Saturday for a 2-0 lead in their AL Division Series.
MLB Playoffs Daily: Can Astros, Yankees keep rolling on all-AL Saturday?
Gearing up for a superteam showdown in the ALCS? Houston and New York still have to get through the Rays and Twins first.
In battle of heavyweight sluggers, Round 1 goes to Yankees
A showdown between the greatest home run-hitting teams of all time, this Twins-Yankees ALDS isn't supposed to be about pitching. And Game 1 certainly wasn't.
Uber to ALDS: Twins to start rookie Dobnak next
Twins rookie Randy Dobnak, who made his major league debut in mid-August, will start Game 2 of the ALDS on Saturday over veteran righty Jake Odorizzi, the team announced.
LeMahieu leads Yankees past Twins in opener
DJ LeMahieu homered and drove in four runs, Gleyber Torres broke a tie with a two-run double and the New York Yankees extended their October mastery of the Minnesota Twins with a 10-4 victory Friday night in the AL Division Series opener.
Your ultimate guide to MLB's October bullpens: Stars, surprises, rankings and more
Relievers have never mattered more than they do right now. Sam Miller breaks down each team's bullpen, from how it'll operate in October to its out-of-the-blue stars to its nastiest pitches and beyond.
BBTN: Acuna's Effort, Callaway Firing, Buehler
Buster and Karl Ravech discuss a series-altering blunder by Ronald Acuna Jr. and Walker Buehler's dominance (13:33). Plus, Joel Sherman of The New York Post talks about the Mets' future following the firing of Mickey Callaway and also names some potential managerial replacements (31:52).
MLB Playoffs Daily: Get ready for four games of October awesomeness
Verlander and the mighty Astros! Kershaw vs. Strasburg! The Bomba Squad vs. the Bronx Bombers! The smokin' hot Jack Flaherty! Let's go!!
Twins to start Berrios in opener vs. Yankees
Jose Berrios will start the AL Division Series opener for the Minnesota Twins against the New York Yankees.
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2019 AL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 101 | 61 | .623 | - | L1 |
| Cleveland | 93 | 69 | .574 | 8 | L5 |
| Chicago | 72 | 89 | .447 | 28.5 | W1 |
| Kansas City | 59 | 103 | .364 | 42 | W1 |
| Detroit | 47 | 114 | .292 | 53.5 | L1 |
2019 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average4.189th
Quality Starts67Tied-10th
WHIP1.3013th
BAA.25720th
Runs9392nd
Batting Average.2702nd
On Base Percentage.3386th
Slugging Percentage.4942nd