Minnesota Twins Podcast

The Twins Clubhouse Podcast features Twins favorites from past and present, as we relive specific moments from their career and catch up with what they are doing today. These new Twins shows will be available every Thursday wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts, or by subscribing at twinsbaseball.com/podcasts.

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9/27/20: Inside Twins
This very unique 2020 regular season has reached the finish line, with a lot on the line. Twins’ manager Rocco Baldelli joins Cory Provus on the season finale of “Inside Twins”, to talk about all the scenarios that are in play on the final day of the regular season. The Twins will be hosting in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs – but who will they play? Will they be the Central Division Champs? With all of these questions, how will Rocco manage in this 60th and final game of the season? He has to balance decisions between what is best for today vs. best for the first round of the postseason. He also provides an injury update on Josh Donaldson and Byron Buxton.
21 min
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9/20/20: Inside Twins
The Minnesota Twins have clinched their 2020 Postseason bid and we asses this unique season with President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey. With still more to accomplish this year, Derek breaks down how the Postseason Rosters, Taxi Squad and Bubble will work over the next couple of weeks. We also hear the Front Office’s take on Josh Donaldson’s interesting week as well as how a few Twins coming back from injury could make an impact in the Postseason.
21 min
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9/13/20: Inside Twins
There are just two weeks remaining in this very unique season, and Twins’ General Manager Thad Levine stops by “Inside Twins” to look at the sprint to the finish. The Twins have been one of the best teams at home this season, Thad discusses the Target Field advantage – even with no fans. With the team on track for the postseason, what will the playoffs look like logistically? He dives into the layers of the bubble scenario. That and more on this week’s program.
21 min
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9/6/20: Inside Twins
Mike Bell knew there would be a learning curve for himself, the players and the staff, when he became the Twins bench coach this season. He joins Kris Atteberry for this week’s “Inside Twins” to discuss the fit, and how this season’s team is more than just “Bomba’s”. The Twins will see Cincinnati in a couple of weeks, which means a reunion of the Bell brothers, as David is the Reds’ skipper. What happened the last time the two of them were on the field together? Find out on this week’s show!
21 min
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8/30/20: Inside Twins
It’s a trade deadline edition of “Inside Twins” when General Manager Thad Levine joins Cory Provus. With the deadline set for 3pm central on Monday, Thad discusses the multiple layers going into possible deals, including the impact of the extended playoff format this season. He says the team is set to receive a big boost – but in the form of guys like Donaldson, Buxton and Odorizzi returning from the injured list. Thad also reflects on the decision by the team to not play last Thursday as a way to push for racial and equality.
21 min
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8/23/20: Inside Twins
A tough ending to the week, with a ton of roster moves and guys landing on the injured list. Twins’ President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey joins Kris Atteberry on “Inside Twins” to discuss the various moves and provide updates on the injured players including Homer Bailey and Josh Donaldson. Derek likes the depth his team has beyond the 28 guys on the active roster, and the promotion and success of Ryan Jeffers is a prime example. Plus, the trade deadline is approaching at the end of the month, and Falvey looks at several variables which will be in play this season.
20 min
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8/16/20: Inside Twins
A member from one of the first families of baseball joins “Inside Twins”, as Twins bench coach Mike Bell joins Cory Provus this week. He talks about his road to the Twins, including great conversations he had with his dad Buddy regarding the opportunity and manager Rocco Baldelli. He has been learning somewhat on the fly and absorbed additional roles. Bell also shares his thoughts on the league’s collective slow start offensively and more.
20 min
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8/9/20: Inside Twins
“After starting the week with 3 straight wins, the Twins have dropped 3 in a row heading into the series finale in Kansas City. General Manager Thad Levine joins Kris Atteberry for “Inside Twins” to discuss the week on and off the diamond, including Josh Donaldson landing on the injured list and Mitch Garver’s slow start. With all the homers the Twins have hit so far, Thad covers if guys are trying to avoid first base coach Tommy Watkins. Plus, who would be in Thad’s dream section of cardboard cutouts to decorate the stands in place of fans right now? That and more on this week’s show.”
20 min
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8/2/20: Inside Twins
“A busy week on and off the diamond for the Twins, and manager Rocco Baldelli joins Cory Provus on this week’s “Inside Twins” to discuss all the topics. A focus stays on the fluidity and ever-changing landscape in the game due to the Covid-19 virus, including Rocco’s thoughts on if the “Bubble” format would have worked. As for on the field, Rocco talks about the team’s 6-2 start, the change to 7-inning double headers and more on this week’s show.”
21 min
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7/26/20: Inside Twins
“The 2020 season is finally underway! Twins President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey joins “Inside Twins” this week to discuss the unique rules and feel to the return to play. He also shares his thoughts on the increased postseason format which will be implemented this season, including what element he thinks will be impacted most by the expansion to 8 teams in each league qualifying for the playoffs. Derek also provides on update on Byron Buxton and Jake Odorizzi. That and more on the “Inside Twins” season debut.”
21 min
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7/8/20: Twins Clubhouse
It is a Summer Camp edition of the Twins Clubhouse Podcast. Twins General Manager Thad Levine joins Kris Atteberry to discuss the team’s return to the diamond, how they are handling the new protocols, the ever changing environment and trying to focus on baseball. Thad dives into some of the unique methods and tools the team has been utilizing to assist in the preparations for a season like none other. He also touches base on the decision and conversations with Bob McClure and Bill Evers who will be remote contributors to the coaching staff in 2020. That and more on this week’s episode.
39 min
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6/25/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse Podcast continues as former Twins Starter Nick Blackburn joins host Kris Atteberry. Nick reflects on some of his major league accomplishments as he relives memories with live highlights and discussions centered around the memorable moments. Such moments include his game 163 start in 2008 against the Chicago White Sox as he details his mindset going into the game, along with the game plan against the impactful and deep Sox lineup. Other moments include his first career appearance in 2007 on September 3rd where he pitched a scoreless inning against Cleveland, his lone major league hit in Colorado in 2008, and his game 2 start against the New York Yankees in the 2009 playoffs. All of that and more in this week’s edition of The Twins Clubhouse Podcast.
63 min
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6/18/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse Podcast continues as former Twins Starter Scott Baker joins host Kris Atteberry. Scott reflects on some of his Major League accomplishments as he relives memories with live highlights and discussions centered around the memorable moments. Such moments include his 1-hit shutout against the Royals in 2007 where he carried a perfect game into the 9th inning in a 5-0 victory. Other moments include his start in the Twins' memorable game 163 victory in 2009 as he talks about the game from his point of view, along with his career-high 12-strikeout game against Colorado in 2010 and his first career MLB victory over Justin Verlander and the Detroit Tigers in 2005. All of that and more in this week’s edition of The Twins Clubhouse Podcast.
54 min
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6/12/20: Twins Clubhouse - Draft Special
It’s a special edition of the Twins Clubhouse Podcast as we thoroughly recap the 2020 Draft with director of scouting Sean Johnson. Sean provides in-depth detail on the scouting process of each of the Twins' 4 picks and where they’ll slot into the organization’s current depth charts. The conversation also includes how the uniqueness of this year’s Draft impacted the Twins' strategy as well as when/where they can expect these 4 picks can start playing.
30 min
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6/4/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse Podcast continues as former Twins Relief Pitcher Matt Guerrier joins host Kris Atteberry. Matt reflects on some his major league accomplishments as he relives memories with live highlights and discussions centered around the memorable moments. Such moments include his 1st career Major League victory in 2006 where he pitched in his 89th career game and helped the Twins defeat the Orioles in Baltimore 8-5. Other moments include his appearance in the Twins’ infamous game 163 against the White Sox in 2009, his first career RBI when he was a Dodger in 2011, and his memories of playing with many childhood heroes throughout his career. All of that and more in this week’s edition of The Twins Clubhouse Podcast.
57 min
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5/28/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse Podcast continues as Twins Legend Randy Bush joins Kris Atteberry. Randy reflects on some of his Major League accomplishments as he relives memories with live highlights and discussions centered around the memorable moments. Such moments include Randy’s infamous head-first slide at home in Game 2 of the 1987 World Series to help the Twins take a 5-0 lead at the time. Other moments include his career-high 8-RBI game at Texas, his first Major League hit in 1982 at Fenway, and even Bert Blyleven’s public promise following the 1986 season that the Twins could bring a World Series title to Minnesota. All of that and more in this week’s edition of The Twins Clubhouse Podcast.”
37 min
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5/21/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse Podcast welcomes in another Twins Hall of Famer as Jim Kaat takes us back to the origins of Twins baseball in Minnesota. Kaat discusses what it was like to move with the franchise from the Nation’s Capital to Minnesota in ’61 and helps us relive many of the club’s memorable moments through the 60’s. You can’t help but learn something about the game while listening to Kaat sharing stories from the mound and the clubhouse including a great snippet from Harmon Killebrew recanting the time he caught a ball with Jim’s teeth still stuck in the ball. Finally, Jim concludes the conversation with a great tidbit on what to expect for the return of baseball in 2020.”
49 min
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5/14/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse Podcast continues as Twins legend Joe Mauer joins host Kris Atteberry. Joe reflects on some of his Major League accomplishments as he relives memories with live highlights and discussions centered around the memorable moments. Such moments include Mauer’s final game, where he discusses his last day in a Twins uniform along with the unforgettable chance to put on his catcher’s gear one last time. Other moments include his infamous behind-the-net catch in 2010, his 2000th career hit in 2018, and recalling the intense game-163 in 2009. All of that and much more in this week’s edition of The Twins Clubhouse Podcast.
44 min
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5/7/20: Twins Clubhouse
“The Twins Clubhouse Podcast continues as former Twin Torii Hunter joins host Kris Atteberry. Torii reflects on some of his major league accomplishments as he relives past moments with live highlights and discussions centered around those very moments. Such moments include Torii’s sensational “button burner” diving catch against the Oakland Athletics in 2003 that helped in a series sweep. Other moments include Torii’s first major league call-up (without an at-bat), his 300th career home run that came as a Tiger against the Twins, his power surge that he credits to Bobby Abreu as an Angel and so much more!”
46 min
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4/29/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse Podcast continues as former Twin Michael Cuddyer joins host Kris Atteberry. Michael reflects on some of his major league accomplishments as he relives past moments with live highlights and discussions centered around those very moments. Such moments include Michael’s first career home run in which LaTroy Hawkins caught the ball in the bullpen and pranked Cuddyer by signing a fake ball in place of it. Others include his recollection of 2008’s game 163 against the White Sox as he breaks down the play at the plate against former teammate A.J. Pierzynski, his All-Star nod in 2011 and so much more!
53 min
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4/22/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse podcast continues as former Twins Catcher Mike Redmond joins host Kris Atteberry. Mike reflects on some his major league accomplishments as both a Florida Marlin and a Minnesota Twin as he relives past moments with live highlights and discussions centered around those very moments. Such moments include Mike’s first career ejection that came in 2009 as the Twins hosted Boston, as Redmond recalls asking home plate umpire Todd Tichenor for an autograph of a photo that also captured the home plate umpires first career ejection. Others include his recollection of the championship run with the Marlins in 2003, the chemistry of the 2006 Twins team and so much more!
55 min
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4/15/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse podcast continues as Twins Closer Taylor Rogers joins host Kris Atteberry. Taylor reflects on some of his Major League accomplishments as he relives past moments with live highlights and discussions around those very moments. Taylor recalls his Major League debut, his first career save and so much more in his 4 year career.
43 min
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4/8/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse podcast continues as former Twins outfielder Denard Span joins Kris Atteberry. Denard reflects on his baseball career as he relives past memories with live highlights and discussions around those very moments. Denard recalls the moment he was promoted to the Major Leagues, his first MLB hit, and so much more.
31 min
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4/1/20: Twins Clubhouse
Former Twins Pitcher Brian Duensing joins The Twins Clubhouse for guitar solos, game 163 flashbacks, celebrity love triangles and to relive some of the memorable moments from his career. Brian offers up some candid and lighthearted stories from those memories that will leave you laughing. The conversation is well worth the listen. The Twins Clubhouse will feature a new Twin, past or present, and is available for download every Thursday morning.
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3/25/20: Twins Clubhouse
The Twins Clubhouse debuts as Twins Pitcher Jake Odorizzi joins Kris Atteberry. With the season currently postponed, Jake discusses how he stays prepared with an ‘offseason mentality,’ his communication with the league and teammates, and also the early impact some new teammates have made. Finally, Jake relives past memories as a Twin with live highlights and discussions centered around those very moments.
37 min