Twin Cities Territory

Tom Pohlad sure sounds like he's ready to add to, not tear down, this surprisingly competitive Twins team. Plus, the Twins win another series. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about all that on the latest episode. Topics include: — Tom Pohlad says "a $100 million payroll is not going to get the job done." — How players in the clubhouse feel about comments like that. —...

Taj Bradley threw seven brilliant innings, and the Twins got more timely two-out hits to beat rival Cleveland on Tuesday in the opener of a big three-game series. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Taj Bradley's super start, "like playing a video game." — What it feels like as a pitcher to be in the zone like Bradle...

The Twins won a series at Yankee Stadium for the first time since 2014. Now they get set for a big three games against division rival Cleveland. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Twins take 2 of 3 in New York behind timely hitting, solid pitching. — Tyler once absolutely handcuffed the Yankees in New York. —...

The Twins finished off a series win in Houston on Wednesday night and now head out to the Big Apple to face the dreaded (but slumping) Yankees for a weekend set. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about that and more, including: — Twins' bats come back to life in Houston as they win Wednesday's rubber game. — Trevor Larnach continues to rake, now hitting .291. — Taj Bradley was elect...

Zebby Matthews was brilliant Monday and Joe Ryan had a very rough inning Tuesday as the Twins went 1-1 in the first two of three games in Houston. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more, including: — Joe Ryan's rough night and a very consequential ABS challenge. — Zebby Matthews shines in Monday's win, which featured another consequential challenge attempt. &m...

It wasn't always pretty, but the Twins won the weekend series against the MLB-worst Rockies. Next up: Important road series in Houston and New York as the All-Star Break nears and the trade deadline looms. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about all the latest, including:  — Twins scrape two wins out of three games vs. the Rockies. — Bullpen blows a 7-run lead on Friday...

The Twins were mostly competitive against the MLB's best team but lost all three games to the Dodgers. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Takeaways from the Dodgers' sweep of the Twins. — The bats went silent vs. mighty L.A. — What do you do with this team at the trade deadline? — What Marco Raya brings...

Twins GM Jeremy Zoll made it quite clear this week how the team feels about Byron Buxton as the trade deadline looms. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that plus the first two games of the team's series vs. the Dodgers. Topics include: — Zoll says the team has "no plans" to deal Buxton. — Zoll was clearly listening when Buxton made his recent strong comments about want...

The Twins exploded for 16 runs Saturday during a series win over Arizona, capping a huge road trip. They now come home to face L.A. while sitting just a game out in the wild card and 3.5 out in the AL Central. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the offensive surge and more. Topics include: — Twins take two of three in Arizona to cap road trip. — The numbers behind a hug...

In an exclusive with The Athletic's Dan Hayes , Byron Buxton has some thoughts about his name being attached to trade speculation. Dan, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that, the Twins' sweep of the Rangers and more on the latest show. Topics include: — Byron Buxton makes it clear how he feels about all the trade talk. — On why Buxton probably means it when he says he doesn't in...

The Twins got strong performances across the board in winning the first two games in Texas against the Rangers. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the last two wins and more. Topics include: — A strong start to the series and the Twins' first winning streak in nearly a month. — The offense stays hot, moving up to No. 2 in the AL in runs scored. — Their success wit...

Byron Buxton and Royce Lewis were a combined 13 for 22 with 4 home runs and 7 RBI as the Twins scored a back-and-forth series win over visiting St. Louis. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — A wild, entertaining series win over the Cardinals as Royce Lewis' strong play continues. — Byron Buxton goes 8 for 12, giving...

The Twins' struggles continue with a series loss in Detroit. Byron Buxton is now at 20 homers and talked about his struggles with runners on base. And Royce Lewis had a promising series, with five hits. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about all that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Thoughts on the final two games in Detroit. — On the Statcast era and getti...

The Twins dropped to a season-worst eight games under .500 with a 10-4 loss in Detroit on Tuesday. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the game, Taj Bradley’s struggles, Byron Buxton and the persistent trade rumors and more. Plus, a clip from Foul Territory’s interview with Kody Clemens. — Twins drop to 30-38 and the vibes aren’t great. — Taj Bradley&rs...

It was a rough and eventful weekend for the Twins as Royce Lewis returned to the big leagues, Byron Buxton injured himself making a catch in center field and the visiting Royals won the four-game series. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce discuss the latest, including: — A rough series loss that could've gone the other way. — Byron Buxton's injury status. — Royce Lewis' return and differe...

Pablo López gives us an update on his recovery from the UCL tear he suffered in spring training and talks about his “side quests” during rehab. Plus, Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins’ series-opening loss to the Royals and more recent developments. Topics include: — Welcome to the show, and López talks about how rehab is going. —López...

The Twins suffered a listless defeat Wednesday in an otherwise successful series against the White Sox. Meanwhile, Royce Lewis continues to crush the ball in St. Paul. That and more in the latest episode from Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce: — Twins lose finale but come away with a needed series win. — Tristan Gray's bat and other feel-good items from the series. — Twins still hovering...

The Twins lose a couple of one-run heartbreakers and a blowout in Pittsburgh to extend their losing streak to five as their 10-game road trip comes to a close. Topics in the latest episode from Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce include: — A frustrating and painful end the road trip with Bailey Ober's injury.  — The gut-punches of Friday and Saturday's losses. — The ove...

Bring it on, "Atlanta radio hosts!" Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce respond to being called out for our snarky commentary about an Atlanta radio show's recent Byron Buxton thoughts. Topics include: — Twin Cities Territory vs. Mr. Chuck and Mr. Chernoff. — Why they're upset, and why Dan isn't backing down! — Dan somehow makes this about Dr. Seuss. — Unfortunately, Ch...

The Twins have split the first two games of their road series against the White Sox after Tuesday's 11-inning win. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Breaking down Tuesday's win. — The heads-up play that got the Twins out of the 10th inning. — Brooks Lee, moved to third base, responds in a big way. — Tyl...

The Twins started a 10-game road trip in the best way possible, sweeping the Red Sox in Boston. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Twins sweep at Fenway Park for first since 1994. — Taj Bradley comes back strong. — The bullpen has had a great week. — Royce Lewis is on an absolute tear in Triple-A, and ou...

For the third straight game since his injury scare, Joe Ryan threw exactly six innings and allowed exactly one run as the Twins won the series finale against the Astros. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Topics include: — With a shaken-up lineup, Twins win series vs. Houston. — Joe Ryan is on a roll. — An interlude to address Byron Buxton to Atlant...

The Twins' No. 1 pick in 2017 is headed to the minors after a dismal start to 2026. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about Lewis' stunning struggles and more. Topics include: — Royce Lewis to Triple-A and what comes next. — A concerning trend of promising players regressing? — What Orlando Arcia brings to the team. — Ryan Jeffers out 6-8 weeks with broken hamate...

Royce Lewis' struggles are only growing. Will the Twins send their 2017 No. 1 pick down to Triple-A for a reset? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Where we're at with Royce Lewis. — On Miguel Sanó being sent down in 2018, and what it's like when you get to this point with a big-name player. — Why demot...

The struggling Matt Wallner — once one of the Twins' most promising young players — got demoted to Triple-A this week. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about his sudden fall and why finding a place back in the Twins' lineup may be difficult, plus more in the latest episode. Topics include: — Matt Wallner's demotion and what happens now. — Austin Martin's sizzlin...