Tuesday, May 22 2012 10:44 PM EDT2012-05-23 02:44:07 GMT
The Twins opened their three game series with Chicago with an impressive 9-2 win. The win marked the third straight strong start for P.J. Walters who threw his first complete game and his second win of the season.
The Twins opened their three game series with Chicago with an impressive 9-2 win. The win marked the third straight strong start for P.J. Walters who threw his first complete game and his second win of the season.
Tuesday, May 22 2012 3:30 PM EDT2012-05-22 19:30:53 GMT
As expected the Twins designated right handed pitcher Jason Marquis for assignment following his last start in which he lasted only 1 2/3 innings and allowed eight runs on eight hits.
As expected the Twins designated right handed pitcher Jason Marquis for assignment following his last start in which he lasted only 1 2/3 innings and allowed eight runs on eight hits.
Tuesday, May 22 2012 2:18 PM EDT2012-05-22 18:18:27 GMT
The Twins start a three game series against the White Sox tonight in Chicago. P.J. Walters takes the mound for Minnesota coming off of his first win since 2010 in his last start against Detroit.
The Twins start a three game series against the White Sox tonight in Chicago. P.J. Walters takes the mound for Minnesota coming off of his first win since 2010 in his last start against Detroit.
Thursday, May 17 2012 4:49 PM EDT2012-05-17 20:49:42 GMT
P.J. Walters walked into Comerica Park in Detroit Thursday morning knowing what he needed to do.
P.J. Walters walked into Comerica Park in Detroit Thursday morning knowing what he needed to do. Less than 24 hours earlier, Twins starting pitcher Nick Blackburn lasted only two innings before leaving the game with an injury.
Thursday, May 17 2012 11:13 AM EDT2012-05-17 15:13:12 GMT
It wasn't easy, and it certainly didn't come without a cost, but the Twins put together an 11-7 win over Detroit in game one of their short two game series Wednesday night.
It wasn't easy, and it certainly didn't come without a cost, but the Twins put together an 11-7 win over Detroit in game one of their short two game series Wednesday night.
Tuesday, May 15 2012 9:47 PM EDT2012-05-16 01:47:59 GMT
5-year-old Mason Hanson suffered a stroke while in his mother's womb. Mason has made an impressive recovery, making it to Target Field to throw out the first pitch Tuesday – a perfect strike!
5-year-old Mason Hanson suffered a stroke while in his mother's womb. Mason has made an impressive recovery, making it to Target Field to throw out the first pitch Tuesday – a perfect strike!
Tuesday, May 15 2012 9:38 PM EDT2012-05-16 01:38:58 GMT
Darius McClinton-Hunter, the 17-year-old son of former Twins favorite Torii Hunter, was arrested Monday in suburban Dallas after a month-long investigation into the sexual assault of a child.
Darius McClinton-Hunter, the 17-year-old son of former Twins favorite Torii Hunter, was arrested Monday in suburban Dallas after a month-long investigation into the sexual assault of a child.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Torii Hunter was placed on the restricted list for "personal reasons" Monday -- following news that his son had been arrested on sexual assault charges.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Torii Hunter was placed on the restricted list for "personal reasons" Monday -- following news that his son had been arrested on sexual assault charges.
Monday, May 14 2012 12:50 PM EDT2012-05-14 16:50:26 GMT
As the 2000 season came to a close, fans of the Minnesota Twins began to see and hear names that would propel the team to a decade of playoff performances.
As the 2000 season came to a close, fans of the Minnesota Twins began to see and hear names that would propel the team to a decade of playoff performances.
Monday, May 14 2012 12:19 PM EDT2012-05-14 16:19:52 GMT
Tom Butler at Target Field
We've all seen Target Field -- some of us in person, some on TV. Either way, it's always in perfect condition. Before the Twins play, FOX 9 Anchor Tom Butler gets down and dirty at the ballpark.
We've all seen Target Field -- some of us in person, some on TV. Either way, it's always in perfect condition when the Twins take the field. So, how do they get it to look so well-manicured? It takes a village, and sometimes a villager wanna-be, as FOX 9 Anchor Tom Butler gets down and dirty at the ballpark.
Monday, May 14 2012 10:50 AM EDT2012-05-14 14:50:51 GMT
Scott Diamond's 2012 debut against Los Angeles was the highlight to date for a pitching staff that has struggled to find anything positive. Diamond worked seven shutout innings scattering four hits while striking out six.
Scott Diamond's 2012 debut against Los Angeles was the highlight to date for a pitching staff that has struggled to find anything positive. Diamond worked seven shutout innings scattering four hits while striking out six.
Thursday, May 10 2012 10:32 AM EDT2012-05-10 14:32:45 GMT
Carl Pavano lasted just four innings, allowing four earned runs and 10 hits in the Twins 6-2 loss to Los Angeles in the final game of the three game series.
Carl Pavano lasted just four innings, allowing four earned runs and 10 hits in the Twins 6-2 loss to Los Angeles in the final game of the three game series.
Wednesday, May 9 2012 11:44 AM EDT2012-05-09 15:44:27 GMT
When Scott Diamond was called up from Rochester in Triple-A, he didn't need to wait long for his turn in the rotation. He wasn't about to let his opportunity slip away.
When Scott Diamond was called up from Rochester in Triple-A, he didn't need to wait long for his turn in the rotation. He wasn't about to let his opportunity slip away.
Thursday, May 3 2012 10:56 AM EDT2012-05-03 14:56:51 GMT
In a season that has derailed quickly for the Minnesota Twins, the hits just keep on coming. Except for last night as the hits took the night off against Anaheim.
In a season that has derailed quickly for the Minnesota Twins, the hits just keep on coming. Except for last night as the hits took the night off against Anaheim.
Wednesday, May 2 2012 11:42 AM EDT2012-05-02 15:42:34 GMT
Los Angeles Angels right fielder Torii Hunter (48) celebrates after a home run against the Minnesota Twins during the second inning at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-US PRESSWIRE
The Twins couldn't solve Angels fifth starter Jerome Williams as they were shutout in game two of their three game series against the Halos 4-0 Tuesday night. Williams, pitched a complete game scattering
The Twins couldn't solve Angels fifth starter Jerome Williams as they were shutout in game two of their three game series against the Halos 4-0 Tuesday night.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 10:24 AM EDT2012-05-01 14:24:25 GMT
The Minnesota Twins not only lost Monday's game to the Los Angeles Angels 4-3, but they also lost first baseman Justin Morneau to a wrist injury for at least a few games.
The Minnesota Twins not only lost Monday's game to the Los Angeles Angels 4-3, but they also lost first baseman Justin Morneau to a wrist injury for at least a few games. Morneau left Monday's game after...
Saturday, April 28 2012 2:28 PM EDT2012-04-28 18:28:41 GMT
Saturday's Minnesota Twins game against the Kansas City Royals has been postponed due to rain. The game, originally scheduled to start at 11:30 a.m., was officially called off shortly before 1 p.m.The
Saturday's Minnesota Twins game against the Kansas City Royals has been postponed due to rain. The game, originally scheduled to start at 11:30 a.m., was officially called off shortly before 1 p.m.The
NEW YORK -- Hot-tempered Detroit Tigers slugger Delmon Young was arrested Friday morning after he allegedly went on an anti-Semitic tirade and attacked a man in front of a midtown Manhattan hotel, police sources told the New...
