We are on Cruz control with our 1st show of 2019, as newest Twin Nelson Cruz joins this week’s show. While sitting on the beach in the Dominican Republic he chats about who, and what, had a hand in him signing with the team. “The Boomstick” then takes three cuts, including how he picked up that nickname. General Manager Thad Levine is familiar with Nelson from their time together in Texas, and he is very excited about adding this bat to the lineup and the impact Cruz can have on some of the younger players. Could the Twins be looking to add a closer next? Thad looks at that possibility and more on this week’s Hot Stove Show.

“It was a big week in Twins Territory as the team announced they are going to retire Joe Mauer’s #7 during the 2019 season. We were at the ceremony to chat with Joe about the honor and also caught up with some of the other guys who have their number’s displayed at Target Field. The now longest tenured Twin, Kyle Gibson, joins the show to discuss new pitching coach Wes Johnson, a busy off-season and more. And we have a challenging “What’s Brewing” contest for you this week! Join us for the final show of 2018, as we will be back on January 2nd 2019!”

What's next for the Twins this offseason? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@Castrovince) and Twins reporter Do-Hyoung Park (@dohyoungpark) recap Rocco Baldelli's first Winter Meetings as manager. They also discuss the club's closer options for 2019 and Joe Mauer's jersey retirement.

What has been the Twins' approach so far at baseball's Winter Meetings? General manager Thad Levine joins us from Las Vegas to discuss that. He talks about how Rocco Baldelli will be making the rounds and meeting face to face with his players, and offers a candid look at the all the factors to consider when signing a player to a one-year contract, such as the team did last week with free-agent second baseman Jonathan Schoop. We are then joined by the newest Twin, who is excited for a fresh start after he struggled in 2018. We then make Thad take three cuts, including which member of the Twins' baseball operations would be a rodeo star. That and more on this week's episode.

New manager Rocco Baldelli speaks to the media at the Winter Meetings in Las Vegas and discusses the challenges of being a first-time manager and how he looks to handle them. Plus, he hopes to visit some players and and connect with them as they prepare for 2019.

Could the Twins sign Nelson Cruz? MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Twins beat reporter Do-Hyoung Park (@dohyoungpark) sit down with Hall of Famer Jack Morris at the Winter Meetings to break down it all down. They also discuss the club's expectations for Miguel Sanó and Byron Buxton in 2019.

Why does newest Twin C.J. Cron wear #24? He discusses that important connection on this week’s “Twins Hot Stove Show”. He also chats about a unique trait shared by Joe Mauer and Mike Trout, and explains why you may have spotted him at a Phoenix Suns game or two during the 2017-2018 NBA season. Then we catch up with the Twins’ new pitching coach Wes Johnson, who is excited to employ a lot of his philosophies which were extremely successful at the collegiate level. We also recall the Twins’ trip to the White House in 1991 and the reception with George H. W. Bush as we pay tribute to the late 41st President of the United States. All that, and our “What’s Brewing” contest on this week’s show.

Would Marwin González be a fit in Minnesota? Could Jonathan Schoop fill the Twins' middle-infield needs? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@Castrovince) and Twins reporter Rhett Bollinger (@RhettBollinger) break down potential free-agent candidates. They also discuss the club's goals ahead of the Winter Meetings and the decision to non-tender Robbie Grossman.

It’s our season debut of the Twins Hot Stove Show, and we catch up with Twins CBO Derek Falvey and manager Rocco Baldelli fresh from a team meeting in Fort Myers. Derek details how the team approached their search for a new skipper and what stood out for Baldelli. We then visit with Rocco regarding the meet and greet with the coaching staff, how he views the managerial role in the modern game and on creating an identity for the team. He then takes 3 cuts which covers horse racing, his home state and more. Plus, your chance to play our “What’s brewing contest”.  Join us for the season debut of the Twins Hot Stove Show.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Twins reporter Rhett Bollinger discuss team's decisions ahead of the non-tender deadline. They also break down the Twins pickup of C.J. Cron, Rocco Baldelli's hiring of Bill Evers and the latest Hot Stove rumors. 

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Twins reporter Rhett Bollinger discuss Joe Mauer's career and if he belongs in the Hall of Fame. They also break down who will play first base and the latest with Rocco Baldelli's coaching staff.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Twins reporter Rhett Bollinger break down how the club will address its payroll in 2019. They also discuss Derek Shelton returning as the Twins' bench coach, the acquisition of Michael Reed, Joe Mauer's pending announcement and possible free agent targets to bolster the bullpen.

With Rocco Baldelli in town, how will the rest of his coaching staff shake out? MLB.com’s Darwin Zook and Twins reporter Rhett Bollinger discuss the possible scenarios. Plus, the Twins make some roster moves with the Hot Stove season in full swing.

MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Twins reporter Rhett Bollinger break down the team's hiring of Rocco Baldelli. They also discuss possible free agent targets for the Twins this offseason.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Twins reporter Rhett Bollinger break down Minnesota's managerial search. They also discuss the Twins' offseason plans for Miguel Sanó and Byron Buxton.

Paul Molitor joins Jack Morris & Kris Atteberry for the season finale of “Inside Twins.” The season did not unfold how Paul had hoped, but he is proud of the effort from his team, especially coming down the stretch. He also discusses how the off-season will start to play out, and yes – the two Hall of Famers from St. Paul also chat about another of St. Paul’s finest – Joe Mauer

Twins’ CBO Derek Falvey joins the show with a week left in the regular season. He address some injury situations, as even though it is September the team is playing a little short-handed right now. We hear about some adjustments to how the team is handling instructional league, and could the Twins be on the move and looking for a different Double-A affiliate? That and more on this week’s Inside Twins.

“What is in the future for Joe Mauer? Twins CBO Derek Falvey joins the show this week to discuss that hot topic. There is more conversation regarding the “opener” concept, looking at how it layers into potential pursuit of free agent pitching and if there are other variations of the theory to employ. Plus, we scratch the surface on the structure for off-season organization meetings and planning.”

Paul Molitor joins Jack Morris and Kris Atteberry and Jack wants to talk about the "opener" concept. Mr. Morris has his opinion on this evolution in the game, and Paul provides details on the research involved and the desired results from this approach. Jorge Lopez' flirtation with a perfect game on Saturday has Jack and Paul reflecting on their involvement in some of those rare memorable moments. Paul also discusses some of the late season callups, including the guy he is giving the ball to today - Chase De Jong. That and more on this week's show.

The decision by the Twins to not recall Byron Buxton for the final month of the season has raised many questions, and general manager Thad Levine joins the show to provide some insight and answers. The front office has not been successful in reaching Buxton directly to discuss their decision and they recognize the importance and welcome that conversation. Thad also discusses the Twins rolling out "the opener" concept in the series finale vs. Texas and more on this week's Inside Twins.

September call-ups and the direction for the team in that month is a hot topic on this week’s edition of "Inside Twins." Twins' CBO Derek Falvey discusses the possibility of the team using a 6-man rotation over the final month of the season, along with if the team will consider the concept of "an opener". The game has always evolved from era to era, and Derek feels it's a new way to prevent runs. The team is anxious to see Byron Buxton play in his 3rdstraight game for Rochester today, but there a ton of variables which will go into if Byron is called-up or just focused on a re-set in Spring Training. Derek also provides an update on Michael Pineda, Matt Belisle and Ervin Santana.

Manager Paul Molitor joins Jack Morris and Kris Atteberry on this week’s show. There is some really interesting conversation regarding a recent run of good play at Target Field, players bringing their best every day, still valuing the “little things” and how to truly play for the team. They also cover some roster moves as Ervin Santana is on the D-L and Stephen Gonsalves will make his big league debut on Monday. Jack and Paul also reflect on the special pregame ceremony from Saturday which honored the Hall of Famers from St. Paul.

The Twins top pick in 2013, Kohl Stewart makes his major league debut, and General Manager Thad Levine joins the show to discuss Stewart’s long and winding road to the show. He also reacts to comments from Ervin Santana who said the front office “gave up on us”, respecting Ervin’s opinion - yet detailing the decision making process which led to the moves the team made. Speaking of trades, Thad chats about sending closer Fernando Rodney to Oakland and on the player the Twins received – Dakota Chalmers. He also provides on update on the chances that Michael Pineda and Byron Buxton will be called up in September, as Pineda has had a couple of good rehab assignments in Florida and Buxton is due to come of the D-L and play for Rochester on Tuesday.

A week that started with the trade of Brian Dozier could be concluding with a sweep of the Royals. Manager Paul Molitor joins Kris Atteberry on this week’s show, as they talk about how the team has moved forward since the trade. Paul looks at what could be Max Kepler’s ceiling, discusses strides Jorge Polanco is making from the right side of the plate and trying to find the right ways to use the recently returned Trevor May. They also chat about the interesting road Oliver Drake has taken to the Twins, his 5th team here in 2018 – which is a major league record.

As you can imagine, trades are the hot topic as Twins CBO Derek Falvey joins this week’s show. He discusses the unfortunate circumstances of how news broke of the trade of Eduardo Escobar to Arizona, and how Ryan Pressly made himself a pitcher in demand. Derek dives into the players the team received for Esco and Press, and how active the team will be in final two days before the trade deadline. We also touch base on Joe Mauer’s future, and the special day in Cooperstown as Jack Morris, Jim Thome and others in the class of 2018 are inducted into the Hall of Fame.