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Twins | Add seven to roster
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:15:28 -0800

The Sports Network reports the Minnesota Twins added P Robert Delaney, P Loek Van Mil, P Deolis Guerra, 3B Estarlin De Los Santos, 3B Danny Valencia, P Alex Burnett and 3B Deibinson Romero to their 40-man roster Friday, Nov. 20.

Twins | Seeking a veteran starter
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:30:56 -0800

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins general manager Bill Smith said the team is interested in a veteran starting pitcher.

Twins | On Washburn's radar
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:26:07 -0800

Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Minnesota Twins are one of the clubs on free-agent SP Jarrod Washburn's (Tigers) radar.

Twins | Interested in DeRosa
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:04:27 -0800

The Los Angeles Times' Dylan Hernandez reports the Minnesota Twins are interested in 3B/OF Mark DeRosa (Cardinals).

Twins | Lose Morillo to Japan
Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:00:48 -0800

NPB Tracker reports an unidentified Japanese League team has signed Minnesota Twins P Juan Morillo.

Twins | Could become interested in Sheets
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:13:57 -0800

Jerry Crasnick, of ESPN.com, reports the Minnesota Twins could become interested in signing free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers).

Twins | Valencia not playing winter ball
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:21:03 -0800

Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins 3B Danny Valencia is not playing winter ball, and there are indications that the team is upset with his decision to sit out. 3B Luke Hughes could also be an option at third base at some point in the future.

Twins | Mauer making bonus money
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:00:54 -0800

The Pioneer Press' Charley Walters reports Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer, who received a $25,000 bonus for making the All-Star team, earned another $25,000 for winning the Gold Glove. He could get a $100,000 bonus if he's named MVP Nov. 23.

Twins | May talk to Washburn
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:54:41 -0800

The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports the Minnesota Twins may talk to free-agent SP Jarrod Washburn (Tigers) when the negotiation period begins Friday, Nov. 20.

Twins | Crede a likely option for 2010
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:52:35 -0800

The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Minnesota Twins 3B Joe Crede could be retained at a decent price for the 2010 season. The club believes three back surgeries in as many years could keep his value affordable. "The great thing about Joe is you're hiring on a one-year contract," Crede's agent, Scott Boras, said. "It's not often you're going to get that level of a player to sign for one year."

Twins | Mauer talks haven't started
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:21:07 -0800

Contradicting an earlier report, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune's Joe Christensen reports Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer said contract negotiations haven't begun.

Twins | Begin contract talks with Mauer
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:29:15 -0800

Charley Walters, of the Pioneer Press, reports the Minnesota Twins have begun contract negotiations with C Joe Mauer, who can become a free agent after the 2010 season. Mauer could be worth $25 million a year on the open market.

Twins | Pavano wants to return
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:05:43 -0800

The Minneapolis Star Tribune's Joe Christensen reports free agent SP Carl Pavano would like to re-sign with the Minnesota Twins. The two sides met Tuesday, Nov. 10, and Pavano is willing to listen before he hits the open market.

Twins | Burnett records save Tuesday
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:32:36 -0800

Paige Schector, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins P Alex Burnett recorded his second save in the Arizona Fall League Tuesday, Nov. 10.

Twins | Do not need another starter
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:18:40 -0800

Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Minnesota Twins do not feel that they have to add another starting pitcher in the offseason. SPs Nick Blackburn, Kevin Slowey, Scott Baker, Francisco Liriano, Glen Perkins and Brian Duensing are all candidates to round out the rotation.

Twins | Parmelee knocks in run Monday
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:48:25 -0800

Danny Wild, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins OF Chris Parmelee knocked in his 17th run of the Arizona Fall League Monday, Nov. 9.

Twins | Singleton goes deep Monday
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:48:09 -0800

Danny Wild, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins SS Steve Singleton hit a two-run home run in the Arizona Fall League Monday, Nov. 9, and has eight RBIs in his last nine games. He has two home runs in the AFL.

Twins | Three activated
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:12:26 -0800

John Shipley, of the Pioneer Press, reports the Minnesota Twins removed RP Boof Bonser (shoulder), RP Pat Neshek (elbow) and SP Kevin Slowey (wrist) from the 60-day disabled list Tuesday, Nov. 10.

Twins | Cannot offer Cabrera arbitration
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:15:26 -0800

Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports the Minnesota Twins cannot offer arbitration to free-agent SS Orlando Cabrera (Twins) because of a clause in his contract. Cabrera is a Type A free agent, but the Twins will not be able to receive any draft picks as compensation for him.

Twins | Cabrera files for free agency
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:36:56 -0800

Tom Singer, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins SS Orlando Cabrera filed for free agency Monday, Nov. 9. He qualifies as a Type A free agent.

Twins | Unlikely to overwhelm Pavano right now
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:53:05 -0800

The Minneapolis Star Tribune's Joe Christensen reports the Minnesota Twins are unlikely to overwhelm SP Carl Pavano during their exclusive negotiating window.

Twins | Huber outrighted
Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:06:17 -0800

Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports the Minnesota Twins outrighted OF Justin Huber to Triple-A Rochester Monday, Nov. 9.

Twins | Morillo's contract selected
Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:05:35 -0800

Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports the Minnesota Twins selected the contract of RP Juan Morillo from the minors Monday, Nov. 9.

Twins | Pavano files for free agency
Sun, 08 Nov 2009 09:05:18 -0800

Minnesota Twins SP Carl Pavano has filed for free agency, according to The Associated Press.

Twins | Cuddyer's 2011 option picked up
Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:43:35 -0800

Confirming previous reports, the Minnesota Twins have picked up OF Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million option for the 2011 season, according to The Associated Press.

Twins | Hardy acquired
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:55:40 -0800

ESPN.com reports the Minnesota Twins acquired SS J.J. Hardy from the Milwaukee Brewers Friday, Nov. 6, in exchange for OF Carlos Gomez. Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports the move essentially means Brewers SS Alcides Escobar will be the starting shortstop next season.

Twins | Three file for free agency
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:35:53 -0800

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins 3B Joe Crede, RP Ron Mahay and C Mike Redmond filed for free agency Thursday, Nov. 5.

Twins | Singleton has three hits Wednesday
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:57:45 -0800

MLB.com reports Minnesota Twins SS Steve Singleton went 3-for-5 with his ninth RBI in as many games in the Arizona Fall League Wednesday, Nov. 4.

Twins | Could pursue Hardy
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:07:04 -0800

The Pioneer Press' Charley Walters reports the Minnesota Twins could explore a trade for Milwaukee Brewers SS J.J. Hardy if the Twins fail to re-sign SS Orlando Cabrera.

Twins | Payroll to be around $90 million
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:24:27 -0800

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports the Minnesota Twins' payroll will probably be around $85-$90 million next season.

Twins | Mauer's hip is better
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:33:01 -0800

The Minneapolis Star Tribune's Joe Christensen reports Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer (hip) said his hip flexor pain that he experienced in the ALDS has subsided.

Twins | Involved in Iwamura talks
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:46:55 -0800

Tony Fabrizio, of The Tampa Tribune, reports the Minnesota Twins have been involved in trade talks for Tampa Bay Rays 2B Akinori Iwamura.

Twins | Buscher outrighted
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:15:10 -0800

Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports the Minnesota Twins outrighted 3B Brian Buscher to Triple-A Rochester Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Twins | Morales may get a chance
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:56:57 -0800

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins C Jose Morales may get a chance to enter spring training in a battle for the backup catcher's spot.

Twins | Unlikely to pursue Figgins
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:56:13 -0800

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports the Minnesota Twins are unlikely to pursue 3B Chone Figgins (Angels) in the offseason.

Twins | Duensing likely in rotation
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:54:06 -0800

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins SP Brian Duensing is likely to be in the rotation next season unless the team signs two starters.

Twins | Valencia to get a chance
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:06:17 -0700

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports the Minnesota Twins feel 3B Danny Valencia is their third baseman of the future and will give him a chance to make the team in spring training.

Twins | Mutual interest with Cabrera
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:02:01 -0700

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports the Minnesota Twins and SS Orlando Cabrera are interested in striking a deal. The team appreciated his winning attitude last season.

Twins | Mauer's patience not a sign of lack of interest
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:34 -0700

Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer isn't in a hurry to sign an extension with the team, but that doesn't mean he isn't interested. Mauer believes that things will work themselves out and thinks the process shouldn't be rushed.

Twins | More on Morneau
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:53:17 -0700

Updating previous reports, Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins 1B Justin Morneau (wrist, back) will begin rehabbing his back in November. He can ride the exercise bike and do any exercise that doesn't involve twisting his back, but he said he's trying to wait as long as possible before starting to work out to make sure his back heals properly.

Twins | Mauer wins Players Choice Award
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:06:33 -0700

Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer was voted the American League Player of the Year as part of the 2009 Players Choice Awards.

Twins | Parmelee continues driving in runs
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:39:02 -0700

Danny Wild, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins OF Chris Parmelee recorded two RBIs in the Arizona Fall League Tuesday, Oct. 27, and has 11 RBIs in his last five games.

Twins | McCardell hit hard Monday
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:02:50 -0700

Danny Wild, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins SP Mike McCardell allowed five runs and five hits while walking one in 3 2/3 innings in the Arizona Fall League Monday, Oct. 26.

Twins | Morneau update
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:48:23 -0700

The Minneapolis Star Tribune's La Velle E. Neal III reports Minnesota Twins 1B Justin Morneau (hand, back) said his hand is feeling better following surgery to remove a floating chunk of bone. He said the cast will come off this week.

Twins | Perkins files grievance
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:16:09 -0700

The Minneapolis Star Tribune's La Velle E. Neal III reports Minnesota Twins SP Glen Perkins has filed a grievance against the team because he feels the team kept him in the minors while he was healthy, which cost him service time. That service time kept him from being eligible for arbitration. An official with the MLBPA said the union is trying to arrange a face-to-face meeting between the sides in the near future to try to resolve their differences and avoid a hearing.