The SKOR North Twins Show - A Minnesota Twins Podcast

Is the Twins offseason successful if they don't do anything else to improve the club? Why aren't the big-name free agents signed yet? And would you take these computer projections of Byron Buxton and Miguel Ssano? Phil Mackey, Derek Wetmore and Matthew Coller of 1500ESPN discuss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-...

Miguel Sano is facing an allegation of sexual assault stemming from an incident in 2015. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the story that's been on of the biggest developments for the Twins this winter, and what the fallout could mean for the team and for Sano. Also, in terms of strictly baseball outlook, how has your stance of Sano changed over time? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...

The Twins and Yu Darvish steam isn't going anywhere -- although the Cubs are very much considered in the running to land the best free agent pitcher available this winter. What are some of the things to be cautious about for the Twins in pursuing Yu Darvish? Derek Wetmore joins Mackey & Judd on 1500ESPN to talk about Darvish and his huge forthcoming contract. Plus, does Fernando Rodney fix the...

So the Twins are interested in Yu Darvish, the top starting pitcher available in free agency. Is now the time to sink big money into an ace? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore of 1500ESPN discuss the possibility from a Twins perspective. Would you spend four years and $100 million? And a two-year contract for Michael Pineda had some Twins fans itchy over the lack of perceived movement to fix the 2018 p...

Chris Archer is a better pitcher with more years of team control, and the Twins are reportedly interested in trading with the Rays. But they could also be interested in Pirates starter Gerrit Cole, according to a report from Tuesday. Should the Twins move a big package of prospects to land Cole? Derek Wetmore joins Phil Mackey and Judd Zulgad on 1500ESPN to discuss the reported trade package from...

In praise of a pair of smart trades for the Twins, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore like the deals in the wake of the Twins missing out on Shohei Ohtani. Also, Wetmore has 11 names worth looking into on the free agent market for relievers, including some "safe bets" and "lottery tickets."The audio quality is down a little in this episode -- we recorded on Skype. We'll get that straightened out in tim...

Derek Wetmore joins Phil Mackey and Judd Zulgad of 1500ESPN to discuss what the Twins should do all that leftover international signing bonus money? Wetmore has two ideas for the Twins. Also: Mackey brings up an interesting game of "Who Says No?" Would you trade Miguel Sano straight up for Chris Archer? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....

Derek Wetmore and Phil Mackey of 1500ESPN discuss 5 possible trade targets that could make sense for the Twins to pursue on the trade market. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Shohei Ohtani, Japan's young two-way star, will likely be posted this weekend. Which teams make sense as a landing spot? Derek Wetmore gives his list of 6 teams that make the most sense -- including the Twins -- on this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. Phil Mackey asks: Why wouldn't all 30 teams be in the running? All that and way more on this episode of the podcast, including what the proces...

Shohei Ohtani, Japan's young two-way star, will likely be posted this weekend. Do the Twins have a real shot to sign him? Why would he (and his reps) choose Minnesota over some of the other bigger market clubs? Plus, who will be the Twins' closer in April? In September? Derek Wetmore joins Mackey & Judd to discuss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

The Twins recently made some 40-man roster moves that may not look like much on the surface. But it's important to note that they left this guy off the 40-man roster and now run the risk of losing him to the Rule 5 draft. Kohl Stewart, the former No. 4 overall pick, has not panned out the way Twins fans would have hoped, and he may be just an example of a bigger problem within the organization in...

The biggest names on the free agent market are guys like Yu Darvish and Jake Arrieta -- and the Twins say they're going to be in the running to sign those guys. Could they actually spend in the same arena with the big boys this winter? Will they? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss why the time is right to go for it if you're Minnesota, and also add some names to answer the question of what a su...

The Twins have been tied to the very top names on the free agent market when it comes to pitching. Who's the best of the bunch? And will the Twins actually make a big-splash signing? Derek Wetmore joins Mackey & Judd on 1500ESPN to discuss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Shohei Otani might be the most interesting man in the baseball world right now. The 23-year-old potential star from Japan throws 100+ mph on the mound, and he hits bombs at the plate -- and he could be available to MLB teams as early as this winter. Do the Twins belong in that conversation? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss that possibility and the rumor shrouded in mystery that is the Shohei...

With baseball free agency open for business, MLB Trade Rumors has speculated on a couple of free agents the Twins could sign. Derek Wetmore joins Phil Mackey and Judd Zulgad to discuss that, plus a new Twins bench coach, an old friend landing with the Tigers, and Paul Molitor's chances to win the American League Manager of the Year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

The Twins, believe it or not, do share some similarities with the Astros and Dodgers. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore get into the weeds recognizing the smart way in which the Astros were built, and how the Twins can follow a similar blueprint. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Twins made the postseason this year, but it looks like they have a ways to go before being mentioned in the same conversation with World Series participants Astros and Dodgers. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the similarities and differences between the Twins and the superpowers in MLB right now. Plus, the Gold Glove finalists are out and Joe Mauer got snubbed! See Privacy Policy at http...

Garvin Alston is the next pitching coach for the Twins, replacing Neil Allen on Paul Molitor's staff. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss Minnesota's hire on this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. What do you know about him? How do you view the hire? Do you wish they nabbed a bigger name? Has Derek Falvey earned the benefit of the doubt? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

The Twins are looking for a pitching coach, and there are several exerienced candidates that could make sense. Derek Wetmore is in studio with Mackey & Judd at 1500ESPN to discuss the Twins' search for a new pitching coach and coordinator, including a few of the names that have been floated, like Mike Maddux, Chris Bosio, Jim Hickey and others. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

The Twins had an encouraging season and need to get better this winter if they want to compete with the best teams in baseball. Derek Wetmore and Phil Mackey kick around the idea of signing an elite closer like Wade Davis. Plus, how is the changing landscape of pitching staffs impacting how you think about those pitchers? Should they sign a starter? What are the other relievers you'd settle for? W...

The Twins made an unusual hire Tuesday when they plucked a Major League scout from an uncommon spot. Derek Wetmore joins Phil Mackey and Judd Zulgad on 1500ESPN to discuss why it's a smart decision for the Twins -- and why it's just one example in a bigger trend we're seeing around Major League Baseball. Plus, Wetmore discusses one thing that absolutely should be high on the Twins' list of priorit...

The Twins have extended Paul Molitor and fired Neil Allen, meaning they're looking for a new pitching coach. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore talk about the relationship between Molitor and Falvey, how that led to a contract extension - rather than a managerial search - and what to expect from the Twins' decision makers going forward. The Twins also made some new hires on the baseball operations side...

Twins CBO Derek Falvey discusses his relationship with Paul Molitor during a radio interview on 1500ESPN with Phil Mackey and Judd Zulgad. Paul Molitor signed a 3-year contract extension to remain the Twins manager through the 2020 season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Why haven't the Twins finalized a Paul Molitor contract extension? Also, 5 reasons to be optimistic about the Twins going forward, from Byron Buxton to Derek Falvey. Derek Wetmore joins Phil Mackey & Judd Zulgad in studio to discuss the latest on the Twins, with news and analysis from 1500ESPN. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

Ervin Santana had a weak start against the Yankees in the Wild Card game. Does that change how you think about him? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the Twins' ace, the team's postseason shortcomings, and whether or not Minnesota will be back in that same position next year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-...