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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11/27/19: Twins Hot Stove
“The Twins Hot Stove Show continues as new Twins Hitting Coach Edgar Varela joins the show. Edgar joins Kris Atteberry to discuss his new position with the Minnesota Twins, his past experiences and influences throughout his journey, and more including his values that he incorporates into his teachings. Varela wraps up the show by taking 3 cuts including Thanksgiving related questions such as what his meal preferences are for the Holiday.”
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11/20: Twins Hot Stove
The Twins Hot Stove Show continues with live discussions from the Owners Meetings in Texas. President & CEO Dave St. Peter joins Kris Atteberry to discuss the latest offseason topics, such as newly proposed rule changes for major league baseball, roster limits and more including the ongoing Astros allegations. Dave wraps up the show by taking 3 cuts including a topic regarding his dream location for a Twins home game away from Target Field.
29 min
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11/13/19: Twins Hot Stove
The Twins Hot Stove show debuts with some breaking news LIVE from the General Manager meetings in Arizona. President of baseball operations Derek Falvey joins Kris Atteberry to discuss his newly signed extension with the Twins Organization and his goals for the club moving forward. The two discuss the high demands of the 2019 Twins Staff, the qualifying offer process with Jake Odorizzi and hot industry topics including how the baseball is made. Derek wraps up the show by taking three cuts including a topic about the undefeated Gopher Football team.
49 min
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9/29/19: Inside Twins
After clinching the AL Central, manager Rocco Baldelli joins Cory Provus on this week’s “Inside Twins” to discuss postseason prep, the roster for the playoffs and more. There are a lot of variables into setting the roster, starting with health. So Rocco discusses that, including an update on Luis Arraez who was injured in Saturday’s game in Kansas City. The Skip also takes some time to reflect and evaluate his incredible rookie season at the helm. Finally, we find out that he will have a “special assistant” with his managerial duties in the regular season’s finale.
30 min
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9/22/19: Inside Twins
30 min
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Meeting on the Mound with Kyle Gibson featuring...
Meeting on the Mound with Kyle Gibson returns with an in-depth interview with Randy Dobnak. Dobnak goes through his incredible path beginning with youth baseball and finally to the Majors. He provides sound advice for any ballplayer at any stage still looking to achieve their dream of playing in the Majors. Randy also provides a glimpse of if he’ll continue his career as an Uber driver in the offseason and what his wedding plans look like on September 28. A fantastic interview about continuing to believe in yourself.
19 min
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9/15/19: Inside Twins
Bench Coach Derek Shelton joins Cory Provus for this week’s “Inside Twins” as they look back on a “Statement Saturday” from the Twins. Having to piece together 2 bullpen games, the Twins used a 2-run homer from Jorge Polanco to defeat Mike Clevinger in the first game and Miguel Sano’s 8th-inning grand slam in game two to sweep the doubleheader in Cleveland. The daily double reduced the Twins magic number to 9 games. Shelton also discusses some controversial comments Clevinger made after yesterday’s first game. That and more on this week’s show.
30 min
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09/08/19: Inside Twins
“Beside a pretty big series with Cleveland, the 1st place Twins are also dealing with starting pitcher Michael Pineda being suspended 60 games for use of a banned substance. General Manager Thad Levine joins “Inside Twins” to discuss the circumstances to Pineda’s situation, how Michael has handled it and how it could be a moment that galvanizes the team in the stretch run towards the postseason. He also fills us in on the latest with Byron Buxton, as the center fielder has seen a shoulder specialist in California. To add some depth to the roster, the Twins acquired outfielder Ryan LaMarre – who spend part of 2018 with the team. Thad discusses that move and more on this week’s show.”
30 min
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Meeting on the Mound with Kyle Gibson: 9/02/19
Kyle Gibson’s Meeting on the Mound makes its first ever appearance out of the bullpen as Gibby catches up with Taylor Rogers. Rogers talks us through his career arc and how he’s become one the best relievers in the game! The topic transitions to Taylor’s twin brother Tyler Rogers and how Tyler’s road to the show differs from Taylor’s. Finally, Taylor recounts an emotional phone call from his brother when Tyler got the call to the majors.
18 min
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09/01/19: Inside Twins
Manager Rocco Baldelli joins Cory Provus on this week’s “Inside Twins” and they take a look at the players joining the big league team.
30 min
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8/25/19: Inside Twins
The Twins’ pursuit for the postseason is hitting high gear and CBO Derek Falvey wants guys in the clubhouse who embrace the pressure and challenge of the push for the playoffs. He touches base on that and dives into the team’s approach for the upcoming September callups. Byron Buxton could be close to returning to action, while the Twins need Jose Berrios to return to his 1st-half form. Derek weighs in on both of those topics and then we take a look at Brad Steil, the Twins director of pro scouting.
30 min
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Meeting on the Mound with Kyle Gibson: 8/20/19
The Twins' catching tandem of Jason Castro and Mitch Garver have combined to deliver the Twins nearly an extra 4 wins this season, Top 4 in the league. Kyle Gibson brings both catchers into this week’s edition of Meeting on the Mound as they dish about how they’ve produced at a high level. The two discuss how they began catching at a young age and how their ability to call a game has evolved through the different stages of baseball. The conversation then turns to their offensive production and how their intentional approach at the plate has brought success. Gibson wraps up the show with a changeup to his typical trivia round.
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8/18/19: Inside Twins
No oranges were harmed in the production of this week’s “Inside Twins”, but they are a big topic on the show. Manager Rocco Baldelli joins the show and explains how the fruit has played a role in Nelson Cruz’ rehab, and the slugger could be back as soon as Monday. The skipper and Cory Provus also take a dive into some of the game’s unwritten rules after those surfaced in the series in Texas. All that and more as the Twins look to complete the sweep of the Rangers.
29 min
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8/11/19: Inside Twins
The battle for the top spot in the Central has been as good as advertised. Twins bench coach Derek Shelton is the guest on this week’s “Inside Twins” and he discusses the series with Cleveland. He admits that Kepler’s power supply has been a little surprising, and how it feels that Luis Arraez has played more than just 51 big league games. Finally, he discloses what he is looking forward to the most on the upcoming road trip. All that and more on a very entertaining show.
29 min
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Meeting on the Mound with Kyle Gibson: 8/4/19
It's a Twins Hall of Fame edition of Meeting on The Mound as Kyle Gibson is joined by Michael Cuddyer. Cuddyer reminisces about the 6 division winning teams that he was apart of in Minnesota and how the 2019 Twins can find more success in October than they did. Cuddyer also discusses the mental part of the game and how he was able to use 'self talk' to help him overcome challenges in the game. Finally, Gibby puts Cuddy through a round of teammate trivia to wrap up this episode of Meeting on the Mound
18 min
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8/4/19: Inside Twins
The Trade Deadline may have come and gone but Twins general manager Thad Levine joins Inside Twins for an episode chock full of reaction from moves over the last week. Thad also reacts to newly acquired reliever Sam Dyson visiting the IL and how the exchange of medical information works during the trade process. Additionally, the August waiver wire is a thing of the past but Thad clues us in on how the Twins can still acquire certain players over the next few weeks.
22 min
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7/28/19: Inside Twins
Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey joins Cory Provus as the MLB Trade Deadline rapidly approaches. They discuss the recent acquisition of RHP Sergio Romo from the Miami Marlins, the prospects that were swapped within the deal, and how the Twins front office will continue to monitor the "trade landscape" as the deadline nears. They also dive into some of Romo's "intangibles" and how he'll impact the Twins in their playoff-push, plus Falvey breaks down some of the other recent roster moves, and so much more!
21 min
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Meeting On The Mound with Kyle Gibson: 7/22/19
Meeting On The Mound with Kyle Gibson returns from the All Star Break with a couple of All Stars! American League Starting Shortstop Jorge Polanco and Pitcher Jose Berrios join Kyle to talk about their All Star Experience. The three also discuss adapting to the US, their path through the minors and how each of them give back to the community where they grew up. The conversation finishes on the field as they discuss players they model their game after as well as their own career goals.
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7/21/19: Inside Twins
What does purple hair have to do with handling the Twins’ toughest loss of the season so far? Bench coach Derek Shelton explains that when he joins Kris Atteberry for this week’s “Inside Twins”. He also discusses who is helping the clubhouse stay even-keeled during this rough stretch. Derek has a unique connection to a guy who will be inducted into Cooperstown today, and he talks about how special it has been to have his son Jackson with him for the last month. That and more on this week’s show.
20 min
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7/14/19: Inside Twins
The Twins come out of the break taking the first 2 from division rival Cleveland as Twins Manager Rocco Baldelli chats with host Cory Provus about the start of the 2nd half of the season. Rocco also discusses the injuries to Eddie Rosario and Byron Buxton while trying to predict when we might see the two outfielders return to action. They wrap up the show by talking bullpen management and how roles continue to evolve.
21 min
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7/7/19: Inside Twins
The Twins hit the break on top of the AL Central. General manager Thad Levine stops by “Inside Twins” to discuss the extremely successful first half of the season and what it will take to stay in first. Fans may be talking and thinking trades, but Thad points out some players internally who can make an impact in the second half. That and more on this week’s program.
30 min
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6/23/19: Inside Twins
The Twins are the first team in the American League with 50 wins this season, manager Rocco Baldelli looks at that, how resilient his squad has been and more when he joins Cory Provus on this week’s edition of “Inside Twins”. He chats about the 4 Twins who are on the “All-Star Starters Election” ballot, and looks at if Byron Buxton will need a rehab assignment as the center fielder is getting close to returning. Plus, he has some interesting thoughts on the news that Tampa Bay has been given permission to explore splitting their games between Florida and Montreal.
21 min
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6/30/19: Inside Twins
All three starting outfielders for the Twins should be in Cleveland for the All-Star Game, at least that is the opinion of Twins’ bench coach Derek Shelton. He explained his thoughts on that and on other Twins who deserve consideration when he joined Cory Provus for this week’s “Inside Twins”. Miguel Sano has had some better results at the plate, Derek discusses what Sano has been working on and how it has been paying off. Plus, find out why Shelton was an Oriole fan even though he grew up in the Windy City.
29 min
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Meeting on the Mound with Kyle Gibson: 6/17/19
Meeting on the Mound returns! Kyle Gibson sits down with catcher Mitch Garver fresh off a huge go-ahead, two-run homer this past Friday. The two discuss Mitch’s growth since he joined the team in 2017 and a number of people who have influenced that growth. They also discuss Mitch’s new approach at and behind the dish. The conversation concludes with Kyle’s patent round of trivia. You can hear how Mitch fared in his knowledge and comparison in this fun and informative episode.  
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6/16/19: Inside Twins
“It’s a Father’s Day edition of Inside Twins. Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey joins Kris Atteberry and reminisces about the role his Dad played in his career. The two then transition to discuss processes for a Baseball Operations team including Data Validation and how it uses historical data to help predict how players will perform in the future. The show also includes a couple of transactions at the minor league and International level and, yes, they wrap up the show by talking about Bullpen help and what that market looks like at this stage in the season.”
21 min