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Rookie Grisham’s 3-run homer lifts Brewers over Twins, 6-5

August 14, 2019 Associated Press

MILWAUKEE — Rookie Trent Grisham hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 6-5 on Wednesday. The Brewers trailed 5-3 when Grisham, batting leadoff in his 11th game in the majors, blasted a 2-2 fastball from Sergio Romo (2-1) into the right-field stands. Ryan Braun […]

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Streaky Brewers host offensive juggernaut Minnesota for two-game series

August 12, 2019 Rick Solem

The streaky Milwaukee Brewers are back at Miller Park for a quick, two-game series with the Minnesota Twins, beginning tonight. The Twins have the fourth-best record in the AL, at 71-47. Milwaukee, 62-57 is sixth best in the NL. Listen to Bob Uecker and the Brewers host the Twins at Miller Park.Coverage begins at 6:35 […]

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Smeltzer throws 6 shutout innings in debut, Twins top Brewers

May 28, 2019 Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Devin Smeltzer added another chapter to his inspiring comeback story, pitching six shutout innings in his big league debut and helping the Minnesota Twins beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-3 Tuesday night. Diagnosed with a grapefruit-sized cancerous tumor against his bladder when he was just 9 years old, Smeltzer wasn’t deterred in his […]

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Arcia’s HR gives Brewers 5-4 win, stopping Twins streak at 6

May 27, 2019 Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Orlando Arcia drove in three runs, including a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning that powered the Milwaukee Brewers past Minnesota 5-4 on Monday night to stop the major league-leading Twins’ six-game winning streak. Josh Hader struck out Miguel Sano on three pitches with two runners on, notching his 13th save after […]

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Twins, best team in MLB, offering $5 tickets for May until 10 p.m. Thursday, including against Brewers

May 8, 2019 Rick Solem

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Minnesota Twins have announced $5 tickets for the rest of their games in May at Target Field. The tickets, which will not have a processing fee, guarantee access to Target Field but not, necessarily, a seat. Tickets can be purchased until 10 p.m. Thursday at TwinsBaseball.com/Flashsale. The Twins are tied for […]

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Minnesota builds a (living) wall

March 26, 2019 Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After this particularly harsh winter in the north, Minnesota’s ballpark has been fully activated for spring. The wall behind center field sure came alive. Why, yes, it’s actually growing. After several dead-end attempts to create both a playable backdrop for batters and an aesthetically pleasing surface, the Twins have arrived at what […]

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Twins tap All-Star Berrios to start on opening day

March 5, 2019 Associated Press

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Jose Berrios will be Minnesota’s opening day starter, the first such assignment for the 24-year-old right-hander. Twins manager Rocco Baldelli announced the decision to reporters on Monday, a natural honor for the team’s only All-Star last season. Berrios posted a career-best 3.84 ERA last year, his third in the major […]

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‘The new Miguel Sano’ trimmed down as Twins camp opens

February 18, 2019 Associated Press

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Miguel Sano walked into the Minnesota Twins’ clubhouse just before 8 a.m., looking trimmed down in rainbow sneakers and a black sweat suit. “You look good,” said catcher Jason Castro, a sentiment echoed by teammates between hugs and handshakes with the 25-year-old slugger. A slimmer Sano is a promising sign […]

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Twins manager’s era begins with efficient new workout format

February 14, 2019 Associated Press

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — The first noticeable change for the Minnesota Twins under new manager Rocco Baldelli came on the first day of workouts for pitchers and catchers. There was simply less standing around between drills by the players on the field. “The goal is to have it individualized for the guys so they […]

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Twins’ Buxton turns frustration into motivation and muscle

January 27, 2019 Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Byron Buxton hasn’t forgotten his extended, unexpected stay in the minor leagues last summer. The inconsistent Twins center fielder is eager to show the experience made him stronger. After an offseason in the weight room, one look is about all it takes. “People tell you to take that frustration as fuel,” Buxton […]