Kennys Vargas got things started with a mammoth homer in the 2nd, and Ehire Adrianza added a solo shot of his own in a 5-3 loss.

Fresh out of the All-Star break and the focus already shifts to the trade deadline. Assistant General Manager Rob Antony joins Cory Provus on Inside Twins to discuss the Twins' position as the deadline approaches. Rob also chats about Bartolo Colon's outing in Rochester in advance of his start at Target Field this coming Tuesday.

Manager Paul Molitor joins Jack Morris and Kris Atteberry from Houston as they look to start the second half of the season with a series victory. The guys look at the depth of the Astros lineup and how they've been able to maintain power numbers while eliminating the strikeouts. Molitor wraps up the show on an interesting take on how Minute Maid Park plays and what Twins starter Kyle Gibson needs to do on the hill to have success.

Twins fall to Astros 10-5 in first game after All-Star break. Postgame sound from manager Paul Molitor.

Manager Paul Molitor on the win, Brian Dozier on win/leadoff HR and Taylor Rodgers shutting the door in the 7th inning.

Is Twins' Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey surprised by his team's 1st half? He has an interesting take on that on this week's show. He elaborates on the signing of pitcher Bartolo Colon, has some praise for the glove work turned in by the outfielders so far this season and will look to relax and recharge during the All-Star Break.

The Twins have already secured a winning record on their final homestand of the first half, and still have a chance to take three out of four from the Orioles. Molitor discusses the series and how his team has stay focused this week. He also reflects on his All-Star Game memories and more on this week's show.

The Twins fall 11-5 to the Orioles in their final game of the first half. Paul Molitor discusses the club's loss.

Miguel Sano hit a solo homer in the Twins' 5-1 loss to the Orioles. Paul Molitor discusses the game.

Minnesota was down 6-0, early, but the bullpen stopped the scoring, and Max Kepler and company came roaring back to top the O's, 9-6. Manager Paul Molitor and Kennys Vargas break down the comeback victory.

Paul Molitor discusses the win, Eduardo Escobar talks about his RBI triple and Jose Berrios breaks down his solid outing.

Paul Molitor and Ervin Santana discuss the Twins' 2-1 loss.

Twins manager Paul Molitor and center fielder Byron Buxton discuss the team's 5-4 win over the Angels

Max Kepler went 4-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs, leading the Twins to a 9-5 win over the Angels at Target Field. Paul Molitor and Joe Mauer break down the win after the game.

Paul Molitor discusses the Twins' 6-2 loss to the Royals.

The Twins have a chance to claim a winning record from this current 11-game, 10-day road trip. Paul chats about this push towards the All-Star Break and keeping the guys focused and fresh. He discusses the tear Miguel Sano has been on vs. Kansas City, Phil Hughes' return and new role in the bullpen and more.

Twins vice president of player personnel Mike Radcliff joins the show this week. Sunday is the international signing day, and Mike discusses its importance to the organization, impact to the game and changes to the system. He explains and identifies the role of a "buscone" when it comes to scouting players in Latin America. Mike also reflects on landing Miguel Sano, Max Kepler and Jorge Polanco in the 2009 international signing period.

Eddie Rosario discusses the Twins' 10-5 win in Game 2 of the doubleheader.

Twins manager Paul Molitor discusses Jose Berrios' start and the offense's performance in the 11-6 loss in Game 1 of the doubleheader.

Paul Molitor talks about the Twins' 6-3 loss.

Twins manager Paul Molitor discusses the team's 4-1 win over the Red Sox.

Byron Buxton and Eduardo Escobar collected RBIs after two rain delays, but the Twins allowed five unearned runs. Paul Molitor and Hector Santiago discuss the loss after the game.

Chris Gimenez took Chris Sale deep, but Jose Berrios gave up four runs and the Twins slipped to second place. Berrios and Paul Molitor discuss a series-opening loss after the game.

Jason Castro drove in three runs and Ervin Santana tossed six scoreless innings in the Twins' 4-0 win over the Indians. Twins manager Paul Molitor and left fielder Eddie Rosario discuss the team's win and series sweep over the Indians.

It's been a busy week of roster moves to say the least. Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey joins the show to discuss that shuffling of players. He gives an update on Phil Hughes, Glen Perkins and Hector Santiago, plus discusses his thoughts on Miguel Sano's possible involvement in the All-Star Home Run Derby. That and more on this week's show.