Draft Signings: Beck, Thompson, Copeland, Renda
2012/06/draft-signings-beck-thompson-copeland-renda.htmlThe Twins have signed fifth rounder Tyler Duffey, reports MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger (on Twitter). … Before we get too far ahead of ourselves, here are the latest miscellaneous signings from this year's class...
Quick Hits: Padres, Victorino, Red Sox, Liriano
2012/07/quick-hits-23.htmlNeither Francisco Liriano or the Twins pursued an extension for the left-hander (Twitter link), GM Terry Ryan told reporters (including MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger). … Hanley Ramirez and Zack Greinke have already been traded, but there are still nearly three full days to go before the deadline.
Twins Notes: Perkins, Span
2012/07/twins-notes-perkins-span.htmlRyan said he wasn't close to trading Denard Span, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports (on Twitter). … Here are the details...
AL Notes: Trout, Ventura, Peavy, Twins, Playoffs
2012/09/al-notes-trout-ventura-peavy-twins-1.htmlGM Terry Ryan wouldn't say much about Baker's status other than, "If you think he's going to be able to contribute in 2013, the answer is yes (we do have interest)." Twins manager Ron Gardenhire has a feeling some of his coaching staff won't be back after the team's second consecutive 90-loss season, according to MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger and Jordan Garretson. … Today's historic performance further fuels the AL MVP debate between Trout and Miguel Cabrera, a debate chronicled by Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times.
Quick Hits: Andrus, Upton, Greinke, Rockies, Pettitte
2012/10/quick-hits-upton-greinke-rockies-pettitte.htmlPeter said in an e-mail to reporters (including MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger). … The Yankees southpaw hinted last week that he was looking to return in 2013.
Minor Moves: Gomez, Ekstrom, Walters
2012/10/minor-moves-mike-ekstrom-pj-walters.htmlWalters to a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training, tweets MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger. … Here's a look at some of the Minor League signings that have come in tonight...
Twins Sign Eric Fryer
2012/11/twins-sign-eric-fryer.htmlThe Twins have signed catcher Eric Fryer to a minor league deal, according to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com (via Twitter)… The Twins made another minor league signing earlier tonight when they picked up reliever Tim Wood.
Minor Moves: Orioles, Clement, Erbe, Quiroz, Red Sox
2012/11/minor-moves-clement-erbe-quiroz-red-sox-astros.html3 overall pick Jeff Clement to a minor league deal, tweets Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com. … Here are the latest minor signings from around the league...
Quick Hits: Mickelson, Jackson, Hamilton, Tigers
2012/12/quick-hits-jackson-hamilton-tigers-swisher.htmlThe Twins and Carl Pavano don't appear to be a fit, MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger writes… The golf star said he isn't "able to make that kind of long-term commitment to the city and to the team." It doesn't seem logical for the Rangers to give Edwin Jackson (what would have to be) a four-year, $50MM contract, opines MLB.com's T.R.
Free Agent Rumors: Saunders, Red Sox, Twins, Lohse
2012/12/free-agent-rumors-saunders-red-sox-twins-lohse.htmlIt sounds like the Twins are still interested in adding a starting pitcher, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports (on Twitter). … “I think we have to continue to look," GM Terry Ryan said.
Central Notes: White Sox, Floyd, Brewers, Lohse
2012/12/central-notes-white-sox-floyd-brewers-lohse.htmlTwins General Manager Terry Ryan isn't sure if Rich Harden will be slotted in as a starter or a reliever,…… Lohse looks to be the top starter available following Edwin Jackson's four-year deal with the Cubs.
AL Central Notes: Verlander, Tigers, Twins, Indians
2013/01/al-central-notes-verlander-tigers-twins-indians.htmlMLB.com's Rhett Bollinger writes that the Twins are also thinking in-house when it comes to their center field vacancy… The Tigers have a history of making waves in January, but it looks like their biggest improvements will come from…
Quick Hits: Morneau, Wilson, Tanaka
2013/01/quick-hits-morneau.htmlThe Twins won't trade Justin Morneau this offseason, but they could look to move him before the July deadline, writes MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger. … Look for the Giants to sign second baseman Kensuke Tanaka of the Nippon Ham Fighters to a minor league deal with an invitation to MLB Spring Training, says John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle (via Twitter).
Twins, Drew Butera Avoid Arbitration
2013/01/twins-drew-butera-avoid-arbitration.htmlThe Twins avoided arbitration with catcher Drew Butera, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports (on Twitter). … MLBTR projected a salary of $500K for the 29-year-old.
AL Central Notes: Perez, Scherzer, White Sox, Twins
2013/02/al-central-notes-perez-scherzer-white-sox-twins.htmlPierzynski, who obtained a one-year, $7.5MM deal from the Rangers, described the signing as "bittersweet." The Twins have a new-look rotation after adding pitching reinforcements during the offseason, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com writes. … Max Scherzer said the Tigers brought up the possibility of a long-term contract this winter, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
Twins Sign Rafael Perez
2013/02/twins-sign-rafael-perez.htmlAssistant GM Rob Antony said the team plans see if Perez can start, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports (on Twitter). … The Twins signed left-handed reliever Rafael Perez to a minor league deal, La Velle E.
AL Central Notes: Bourn, White Sox, Campana, Harden
2013/02/al-central-notes-bourn-white-sox-harden.htmlRich Harden tells MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger that he was determined to keep playing and didn't consider retirement after undergoing season-ending…… The Pale Hose are known to be looking for a left-handed hitting outfielder, though Campana is better known for his speed (54-for-59 in steals over the last two seasons) than his bat (.605 OPS in 347 career PA).
Justin Morneau Won’t Talk Extension During Season
2013/02/justin-morneau-wont-talk-extension-during-season.htmlTwins first baseman Justin Morneau is entering the final year of his contract with the Twins but the former MVP told reporters that he won't discuss a new deal with the club once the season starts, according to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com (on Twitter). … "If it looks like there's a chance we're going to win, I'd love to stay here.
AL Central Notes: Tigers, Twins, Hicks, Indians
2013/03/al-central-notes-6.htmlWhen asked if whether starting the service time clock will play a role in whether prospect Aaron Hicks makes team, Twins General Manager Terry Ryan responded, "Not here," according to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com (on Twitter). … Here's a look at tonight's news out of the AL Central..
Twins Notes: Hicks, Butera, Young, Betancourt, Garcia
2013/03/twins-notes-butera-young-betancourt-garcia.htmlGeneral manager Terry Ryan told MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger that Hicks won the Opening Day job because he doesn't believe in holding players back for service time reasons: "'Can you imagine if we sent somebody out who did what the kid did?' Ryan said. … 'And I had to look at [Josh] Willingham, [Justin] Morneau, [Glen] Perkins, [Joe] Mauer and those guys who are trying to win, and I'm going to stop that guy? I just don't believe in that.'" Other teams are interested in catcher Drew Butera, who the Twins optioned to Triple-A yesterday, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports (on Twitter).
Minor League Signees Winning Roster Spots
2013/03/minor-league-signees-winning-roster-spots.htmlOutfielder Wilkin Ramirez seems to have forced his way onto the Twins' 25-man roster, per MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger (on Twitter). … Here's a look at some of the non-roster invitees from this offseason who have recently secured jobs with their teams: Scott Kazmir has won the job as the Indians' fifth starter, Nick Camino of WTAM 1100 tweets.
Central Notes: White Sox, Tigers, Wells, Hicks
2013/04/central-notes-6.htmlThe future is now for Twins prospect Aaron Hicks, writes MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger. … Here's a look at the latest out of the American League Central..
Minor Moves: Kalian Sams, Brandon Boggs
2013/05/minor-moves-brandon-boggs.htmlThe Twins have released outfielder Brandon Boggs from Triple-A Rochester, according to MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger. … We'll keep track of today's minor moves right here: The Padres signed outfielder Kalian Sams to a minor league contract yesterday, according to MLB.com's Transactions page.
Rangers Claim Joe Benson
2013/05/rangers-claim-joe-benson.htmlThe Rangers have claimed 25-year-old outfielder Joe Benson off of waivers from the Twins, tweets MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger. … The claim enabled the Twins to free a 40-man roster spot for pitcher P.J.
Quick Hits: Myers, Hamilton, Span, Hawpe
2013/06/quick-hits-myers-hamilton-span-hawpe.htmlDenard Span was surprised when the Twins traded him to the Nationals for Alex Meyer last offseason, MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger reports (via Twitter). … The cutoff point for Super Two eligibility is not entirely clear, but we're now at a point in the season where it's unlikely Myers would be eligible for Super Two status if he were to earn a callup and stick.