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Sep 16, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (49) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Report: Twins listening to offers for Pablo Lopez amid 'stratospheric' prices

Is Twins ace Pablo Lopez potentially on the move this offseason? According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Twins aren't exactly turning away calls for the righty.

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Report: Twins listening to offers for Pablo Lopez amid 'stratospheric' prices

Is Twins ace Pablo Lopez potentially on the move this offseason? According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Twins aren't exactly turning away calls for the righty.

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Jun 25, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

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4 potential team fits for ex-Twins outfielder Max Kepler in free agency

Where might Kepler continue his MLB career in 2025?

May 5, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia (right) and brother Justin Ishbia (left) during the game against the Denver Nuggets in game three of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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New social media follows, buzz about potential Twins owner Justin Ishbia

More and more smoke linking Justin Isbhia and possibly his brother, Mat, to the Minnesota Twins.

Sep 28, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; St. Louis Cardinals infielder Paul Goldschmidt (46) takes a lead from third base against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

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Paul Goldschmidt at a bargain price might be just what the Twins need

Rather than running onto the field with Eddy Julien and Jose Miranda platooning at first base in 2025, how about the Minnesota Twins open the wallet and try to convince seven-time All-Star Paul Goldschmidt to sign?

Sep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins first baseman Carlos Santana (21) celebrates after hitting a single against the Cincinnati Reds in the fourth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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Do the Twins actually have interest in re-signing Carlos Santana?

Carlos Santana is a free agent and while there's a report that indicates the Minnesota Twins are interested in bringing him back in 2025, the words that came out of Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey's mouth this past week might suggest otherwise.

Feb 8, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia (left) and brother Justin Ishbia hug during an introductory press conference at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Who are the Ishbia brothers? Everything Twins fans need to know

If Mat and Justin Isbhia, the billionaire brothers who own the NBA and WNBA franchises in Phoenix, wind up buying the Minnesota Twins, it will be a new era that could see a smaller market franchise start to spend like a large market team.

Feb 8, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia (right) and brother Justin Ishbia pose for a photo during an introductory press conference at Footprint Center.

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Ishbia brothers, who own NBA's Suns, emerge as potential Twins buyers

Mat and Justin Ishbia are reportedly interested in purchasing the Twins from the Pohlad family.

Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Why Roki Sasaki could but probably won't pick the Twins

Fans can dream, but the odds of the 23-year-old Japanese phenom picking the Twins over 29 other suitors appears to be a pipe dream for the ages.

Sep 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins' Carlos Correa (4) turns a double play against the Cincinnati Reds in the second inning at Target Field.

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With trade buzz rising, Scott Boras says Carlos Correa is 'happy' with Twins

The Twins reportedly have no plans to move their star shortstop this offseason.

Sep 17, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (23) fields a ground ball in the fifth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Twins remain confident Royce Lewis can handle switch to second base

At the winter meetings, Twins manager Rocco Baldelli talked about the possibility of shifting Lewis to second.

Sep 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) watches a sharply hit ball go just foul in the at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Did Twins boss Derek Falvey try to quiet the Carlos Correa trade buzz?

The steam around a potential Carlos Correa trade has been slowly ratcheting up, with the Red Sox being the latest team linked to the All-Star shortstop.

Apr 17, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) makes a catch for an out during the eighth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

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Report: Red Sox have interest in trading for Twins' Carlos Correa

Is Carlos Correa as good as gone? That's likely a stretch, but after Dan Hayes of The Athletic mentionted Correa as a possible trade candidate for the Twins, longtime sports insider Darren Wolfson says the Red Sox are interested in Correa.

Sep 25, 2021; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Huascar Ynoa (19) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Ray Acevedo-Imagn Images

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Twins strike in free agency by signing Huascar Ynoa to minor-league deal

It's just a minor-league deal with an invitation to spring training, according to Stephanie Apstein, but Ynoa does come with a little bit of upside.

Jul 2, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) points to right fielder Manuel Margot (13) as he crosses home plate after hitting a solo home run against the Detroit Tigers in the fifth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Insider names Twins' Correa, Castro, Vazquez, Ober, Duran, Jax as trade candidates

Winter meetings are happening and the word from an insider is that the Twins are more likely to be trading current players than spending on free agents.

San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez reacts at bat in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during Game 5 of the NLDS at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Oct. 11, 2024.

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Luis Arraez's name floating in MLB trade rumors

Arraez won his third straight batting title last season with the Padres.

Oct 6, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Jurickson Profar (10) reacts at first base after bunting in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium.

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Analyst names Twins as free-agent fit for All-Star Jurickson Profar

Profar is coming off the best season of his career.

Sep 25, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) hits an RBI double against the Miami Marlins in the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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Carlos Correa has mixed feelings about rumored 'golden at-bat' rule

Major League Baseball is reportedly toying with the idea of a "golden at-bat" rule that could essentially allow teams one opportunity in every game to choose a player to bat regardless of where they are due up in the order.

Sep 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Caleb Thielbar (56) pitches to Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jordan Westburg (11) in the sixth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Report: Caleb Thielbar would like to return, but Twins not showing interest

Is Caleb Thielbar's time with the Twins up, again? According to KSTP's Darren Wolfson it appears that the 37-year-old's time with his hometown team is done with the Twins reportedly showing little interest in bringing Thielbar back.

Sep 9, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Kyle Farmer (12) throws to first base for an out against the Los Angeles Angels in the second inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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Report: Kyle Farmer, Colorado Rockies agree to one-year deal

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Farmer and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a one-year deal. The 34-year-old played in 107 games with the Twins in 2024, a slight tick downward after he played in 120 games for Minnesota in 2023.

Minnesota Twins pitcher Michael Tonkin pitches against the Miami Marlins at Target Field in Minneapolis on Sept. 26, 2024.

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Report: Twins agree to one-year, $1 million deal with Michael Tonkin, avoid arbitration

Tonkin made 13 appearances for the Twins across two stints this season.

Sep 23, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Tyler O'Neill (17) makes contact with the ball during the seventh inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre.

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Twins predicted to sign injury-prone righty slugger in free agency

Tyler O'Neill would be a big-time pickup for the Twins if he can stay healthy.

Sep 9, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) hits a solo home run against the Minnesota Twins in the eighth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

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Pete Alonso rumors are perfect example of grim state of Twins

You literally could not find a national baseball publication that excluded the Twins when discussing Pete Alonso's fate last offseason, nor when chatting about teams the Mets could strike a trade with involving Alonso in 2024.

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Chris Paddack delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park in San Francisco on July 14, 2024.

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Report: Some trade interest expected for Twins' Chris Paddack

Paddack posted a 4.99 earned-run average in 17 starts last season.

Sep 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (23) watches the pitch in the third inning agains the Baltimore Orioles at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Are the Twins going to force Royce Lewis to play second base?

Lewis made that clear this past season when the Minnesota Twins experimented with him at second base. Moving Lewis from third to second base wouldn't be like moving a toddler into a big boy bed. Lewis doesn't seem to view it as a promotion.

Sep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Pablo López (49) shakes hands with Minnesota Twins executive President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey during pre game before a game against the Cincinnati Reds to receive the Roberto Clemente finalist award at Target Field.

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It's 'business as usual' for Twins this offseason amid ownership uncertainty

In other words, don't expect any increases to payroll.