Minnesota Twins Podcast

Twins Pitching Coach Pete Maki makes his Inside Twins debut. Maki takes the listener behind the scenes into the day-to-day responsibilities of being a pitching coach. Plus, he shares insight on his reminders to his staff both in terms of pitch mix and approach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you grade the Twins’ 2023 draft class? We go around the horn with Twins’ VP/Scouting Director Sean Johnson on this week’s “Inside Twins” on last week’s draft. He talks about the tremendous talent and character of 1st round pick (5th overall) Walker Jenkins, their hope to sign their top 10 picks and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twins General Manager Thad Levine joins Cory Provus on Inside Twins to provide candid analysis of the team’s first half. It’s no surprise that pitching has been the bright spot but Thad discusses the lack of offense and where improvements could be made. Plus, he gives an in-depth preview of how his team is preparing for this year’s draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

We take a deep dive into the minor leagues on this week’s “Inside Twins” as Director of Player Development Drew MacPhail joins the show. He provides in-depth updates on some of the Twins top prospects, draft preparations and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Twins off on a 3 city road trip, Rocco Baldelli joins “Inside Twins” to talk about his squad looking to take the series in Detroit. He also adds some thoughts on the upcoming draft, the team signing veteran pitcher Dallas Keuchel and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Twins look to split a 4-game series with Detroit, we dive into some of the good and bad from the past week. Glen Perkins and Dan Gladden join this week’s “Inside Twins” for the breakdown and some interesting conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a special roundtable edition of “Inside Twins”, as Hall of Famer Paul Molitor and Twins’ Hall of Famer Justin Morneau join Cory Provus for a state of the team. 65 games into the campaign, the Twins find themselves just 1-game over .500, and the guys break down the positives and negatives – including the struggling offense and the record breaking strikeout rate. They also assess the impact of...

What is the future of the Twins local TV situation? Twins’ President and CEO Dave St. Peter joins “Inside Twins” to discuss this past Thursday’s bankruptcy ruling involving Diamond Sports Group – the parent company of Bally’s Sports North, and how things may play out from here. Dave also talks about some keys to the division leading Twins, along with postgame concerts returning to Target Field thi...

Bench coach Jayce Tingler joins “Inside Twins” as the team is closing out the second month of the season. He offers an interesting comparison when discussing Willi Castro’s impact, and really respects the route Brock Stewart has taken to the Twins. Jayce also likes the make-up of Baily Ober, who has become a key member of the rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hitting coach David Popkins makes his “Inside Twins” debut to dive into the Twins at the plate so far this season. He discusses the drive for the team to have a multidimensional offense, the need to course correct on the strikeout rate, and on the struggles with the bases loaded. David also likes what he has seen from Byron Buxton as the D-H, from Royce Lewis’ rehab assignment and more. Learn more...

President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey stops by “Inside Twins” this week. He talks about trying to find balance on the offense, the pitch that has been sweeping the game, and what Alex Kirilloff can mean to the lineup. Plus, upon news that Tyler Mahle will need Tommy John surgery, Derek discusses how they examine their processes on evaluating players health histories prior to be acquired in...

The Twins are looking to take a series in Cleveland and capture a winning record in a 10-game stretch vs. A.L. Central opponents. Manager Rocco Baldelli joins “Inside Twins” to discuss the impact Alex Kirilloff can make on the lineup, an increase in pitch-clock violations by his staff and more. Plus, after getting the boot in Saturday’s game, was Rocco able to enjoy the Kentucky Derby? Learn more...

Twins General Manager Thad Levine joins Inside Twins to close out the month of April. Thad gives his perspective on a the success and set backs of a few of the Twins starting pitchers and how stolen bases have changed the strategy for a few teams in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Twins have signed Pablo Lopez to a contract extension, and Executive Chair Joe Pohlad joins “Inside Twins” to discuss all the layers that went into that decision. Joe dives into how he has evolved through different roles in the organization, improvements to Target Field, and the desire to hold post-game concerts. He also reflects on his unique relationship with his grandfather Carl – who bough...

While the Twins look for a series win in the Bronx, they have to shake off the controversy of Saturday’s game at Yankee Stadium. Bench Coach Jayce Tingler joins “Inside Twins” to discuss the fallout of the umps not ejecting Yankees starter Domingo German on Saturday, but also the need for the Twins to move on and let it go. He dives into how the new rules are impacting the team when it comes to ch...

Twins EVP, Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey joins Inside Twins to discuss how off-season pitching adjustments are made by the team vs a third party. Plus, we highlight how some of the lesser known Twins have contributed to the team’s 6-2 start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in franchise history, the Twins started a season by tossing back-to-back shutouts, so pitching is a big theme on the season debut of “Inside Twins”. Manager Rocco Baldelli joins to the show to talk about his pitchers, base running, roster flexibility and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We wrap up our final off-season edition of “Inside Twins” by having a great conversation with Pablo López. The righty starter talks about using the beginning of spring training to get acquainted with his new teammates, the impact the upcoming World Baseball Classic had on his off-season workouts and how he is already helping give back to the community of Fort Myers. Plus, while Pablo doesn’t like...

Captain Griffin Jax has landed in Fort Myers, and we catch up with the righty reliever on this week’s “Inside Twins.” Pitchers and catchers reported to the Lee County Sports Complex today and before Griffin hit the mound he discussed developing a new pitch, some of the stresses of reporting day, and that the big day circled on his calendar is in late March when he and wife expect their first child...

“It has been a tough week for the Twins’ organization after the passing of Vice President of Player Personnel Mike Radcliff. Mike had a 35 year career with the team and had a tremendous and influential impact. Sean Johnson, the Twins’ V-P of Amateur Scouting, former General Manager Terry Ryan and Twins’ hall of famer Michael Cuddyer help us pay tribute and celebrate Mike’s life and legacy on this...

Coming off of Twinfest, Royce Lewis joins “Inside Twins” to talk about a fun weekend of re-connecting with the fans. He addresses his rehab from knee surgery, along with what he takes away from his time in the majors last season before getting injured. Royce also reflects on how his call to duty came at an appropriate time. Plus, a sparkling story about the bling Lewis sports and the great cause i...

For the first time in 3 years, Twins Caravan is rolling again and Jose Miranda takes a pit stop from his trip to join us for “Inside Twins” this week. He talks about his off-season routine, the impact Carlos Correa had on him last season and then his reaction to Carlos’ prediction that Jose will be in the home run derby this season. That and more on this “on the road” edition of the show. Learn mo...

The pride of North St. Paul, Louie Varland stops by “Inside Twins” this week. The righty talks about his big league debut, getting his first win, and what pitch he is working on as he prepares for Spring Training. He also reflects on some other guys who walked his same path – that of being a Minnesota native to play for the Twins. Plus, Louie has a big smile when he thinks about his brother Gus ho...

An incredible journey through free agency has led Carlos Correa back to the Twins. The superstar shortstop signed his contract and then joined us for this week’s edition of “Inside Twins” to discuss the interesting last month and his return to Twins Territory. He does dive into the differing medical opinions on his ankle, which has been in the spotlight the last couple of weeks. Carlos also talks...

We kick off 2023 with a fun and fascinating “Inside Twins” with one of the team’s newest players – Kyle Farmer. Hear about how his mom once broke up the filming of a Hollywood blockbuster (in which Kyle had a role), what instruments he rocked in the high school band, and how he heckled the guy who served up Kirby’s home run in game 6 of the 1991 World Series. Kyle also talks about being traded to...