Inside The Twins
Joe Nelson

Joe Nelson

Joined: Jan 4, 2024

Joe Nelson has more than 20 years of experience in Minnesota sports journalism. Nelson began his career in sports radio, working at smaller stations in Marshall and St. Cloud before moving to the highly-rated KFAN-FM 100.3 in the Twin Cities. While there, he produced the popular mid-morning show hosted by Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer Paul Allen. His time in radio laid the groundwork for his transition to sports writing in 2011. He covers the Vikings, Timberwolves, Gophers and Twins for On SI.

Apr 8, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Minnesota Twins third base Jose Miranda (64) reacts after a strike out during the fifth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Judgement day looms: Tom Kelly's 50-game rule haunts a lifeless Twins team

Minnesota is 15-35 in its last 50 games dating back to last season.

Joe Nelson
|
Apr 8, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) reacts after hitting a double during the fourth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Griffin Jax blows it again as punchless Twins fall to Royals

Griffin Jax is off to a terrible start to the season. The right-hander was dominant out of Minnesota's bullpen in 2024, but through four appearances in 2025 he's been dreadful.

Joe Nelson
|
Mar 27, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (49) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Twins ace Pablo Lopez leaves game with apparent injury

Lopez was pitching stride for stride with Royals ace Cole Ragans before leaving the game.

Joe Nelson
|
Nelsy Cruz at Minnesota Twins spring training in 2019.
Minnesota Twins News

Ex-Twins star Nelson Cruz's sister — Nelsy Cruz — killed in nightclub collapse

The tragic roof collapse happened early Tuesday at a club in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Joe Nelson
|
Caleb Koskie (43) celebrates after hitting a grand slam for his first college hit on Monday, April 7. Indiana beat Michigan State 18-2.
Minnesota Twins News

Ex-Twins star Corey Koskie's son slugs grand slam for first college hit at Indiana

Corey Koskie, the 51-year-old former Minnesota Twins third baseman who will be inducted into the team's hall of fame this summer, has a son whose first hit as a college baseball player cleared the fence for a grand slam.

Joe Nelson
|
Aug 2, 2020 at Target Field in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Twins News

Minnesota Twins sale update: Pohlads reportedly extend bid window by 45 days

How long is the sale of the Minnesota Twins going to drag on? According to a report from Bob Nightengale at USA Today, the Twins are accepting bids until mid-May.

Joe Nelson
|
Sep 24, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (23) fields a ball hit by Miami Marlins third baseman Connor Norby (not pictured) in the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Royce Lewis says returning from hamstring injury is 'a long progression'

There's still no timetable for Royce Lewis to return to the Minnesota Twins' lineup, but the 25-year-old appears to be a in a positive headspace as he deals with his latest injury.

Joe Nelson
|
Feb 25, 2025; Fort Myers, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins designated hitter Royce Lewis (23) bats against the New York Yankees in the first inning at Lee Health Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Chris Tilley-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Fear that Royce Lewis won't return to Twins 'anytime soon'

Twins fans hoping Royce Lewis won't miss too much time a hamstring injury may want to stop reading because the latest intel from a reputable local reporter is that Lewis isn't coming back anytime soon.

Joe Nelson
|
Apr 2, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) celebrates after he singled during the third inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Buxton, Bader, Lopez fuel Twins to impressive win over White Sox

Buxton and Bader homered by Lopez tossed seven strong innings.

Joe Nelson
|
Apr 1, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli (5) argues a call with umpire DJ Reyburn (17) during the fifth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Series finale between Twins and White Sox delayed in Chicago

It's a rainy Wednesday in Chicago but the game is expected to be played at some point.

Joe Nelson
|
Apr 8, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Fans line up to enter the stadium before a game between the Minnesota Twins and Seattle Mariners at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Minnesota Twins reveal 15 new food items at Target Field for 2025 season

Fifteen new food items. Everything from the "Machete" to the Grilled SPAM Sandwich and cookies, here's a look at everything.

Joe Nelson
|
Mar 31, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Chris Paddack (20) delivers against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Minnesota Twins News

Never give up? Twins pull Buxton, Correa after 3 innings as White Sox hammer Paddack

Bailey Ober was reportedlly puking his guts out on Saturday. Twins fans were then puking their guts out watching Ober pitch on Sunday, and now fans may need transportation to hospitals after more vomiting during Chris Paddack's outing on Monday.

Joe Nelson
|