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As free-agent contract projections roll out, it looks a little more plausible that the Ryan Jeffers market might break in a way that keeps the Twins involved. The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce, along with former Twin Tyler Duffey, talk about that and more. Topics include: — How the Ryan Jeffers market could favor a Twins reunion — Will Jeffers' familiarity with Minnesota be a factor? — All it takes is one team to blow it all up — Why free-agent action might pick up next week — Owners make a new offer; union very unimpressed — Whose side are the fans on here? — Why the fight matters so much for fringe players Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!Shop Twin Cities Merch: https://twincitiesterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Free agency officially begins Monday at 4 p.m. CT, and the Twins have plenty of needs to address. The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce, along with longtime MLB pitcher Tyler Duffey, talk about and a wave of recent contract decisions around Joe Ryan, Josh Bell and more. Topics include: (0:00): Twins will head to arbitration with Joe Ryan (4:54): Is a Ryan trade still possible? (9:00): Josh Bell an FA and not likely coming back (14:35): Twins release Anthony Banda amid injury woes (17:54): Aaron Sabato's run comes to an end (22:20): Tristan Gray also released (27:10): Free agency begins, and what can we expect? (37:21): Our final thoughts on the World Series If you missed them, check out our previous shows on Twins' free-agent pitching targets and hitting targets. Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!Shop Twin Cities Merch: https://twincitiesterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While other players are getting their usual rest in, Twins ace Pablo López is ramping up his rehab in hopes of being ready for opening day. The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce, along with longtime MLB pitcher Tyler Duffey, talk about how he's spending his offseason, how much the Twins have riding on the very uncertain question of what he'll be able to give them next year, and more. Topics include: — Pablo López ramping up his throwing — Twins have a lot riding on a very uncertain outcome — Reliever Jeff Hoffman undergoes surgery — So long, Mitch Garver. Former Twins catcher retires — Why can't Minnesota sports fans have nice things? Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!Shop Twin Cities Merch: https://twincitiesterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special episode, we relive the greatest game in Twins history on the 35th anniversary of the occasion. The Athletic's Zack Pierce and Dan Hayes, along with former Twins pitcher Tyler Duffey, walk through Game 7 of the 1991 World Series from start to finish. Watch along with some key moments, or just listen and reminisce. To watch along, right click and load the links below in another tab or window when prompted in the show:  (00:00): Welcome and how it'll work(05:20): Pregame and the setup(15:28): The Brian Harper-Lonnie Smith handshake(18:12): The first few innings(25:00): Top of the fifth (watch along with this link)(32:19): The epic Jack Morris fist pump(37:14): Top of the eighth (watch along with this link)(46:36): Bottom of the eighth (watch along with this link)(53:46): Bottom of the ninth was crazy too(55:34): Twins win the World Series (watch along with this link) Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!Shop Twin Cities Merch: https://twincitiesterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can the Twins learn from a World Series matchup featuring Tampa Bay (which spends even less money than they do) and Milwaukee (which is maybe the most similar MLB market)? The Athletic's Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce, along with longtime MLB pitcher Tyler Duffey, discuss that and more. Topics include: — Lessons from the World Series participants — Other ways to invest in a team besides free agents — Twins lagging behind in analytics and scouting staffs — Why November might bring a free-agent frenzy — The big Royce Lewis question — Pablo López a Man of the Year finalist — This day in 1991 ... Rick Aguilera pinch hits!Coming Monday: Live Game 7 highlights rewatch. 11 a.m. on our YouTube channel. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch. Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!Shop Twin Cities Merch: https://twincitiesterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.