MLB analyst sets the tone for what could be a forgettable season for the Twins
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Coming into the 2025 season, the Minnesota Twins had some high expectations. They were thought to be one of the teams battling to be named champion of the AL Central, but that did not happen.
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Instead, injuries played a huge part in their downfall. Combine that with being the ultimate sellers at the trade deadline, and all hope for the season was lost.
They finished the year with a 70-92 record, obviously missing the postseason. And while fans would like them to return to being a competitive group, that may not be the case in 2026.
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MLB analyst sets the tone for what could be a forgettable season for the Twins
The Twins were dead quiet over the offseason. They slashed their payroll and did not have the finances to attract anyone of value.
That is quite unfortunate, but the Twins must move forward with what they have. And unfortunately, since spring has started, they have lost their ace, Pablo Lopez, after he underwent Tommy John surgery.
They do have some exciting pieces, but it likely won't be enough to put them in contention. Bleacher Report's Tim Kelly doesn't have much faith in this club going into the new season.
"If Mick Abel turns a strong spring into a breakout season, there's some decent depth in the starting rotation, even without Lopez. But the rest of the roster already looks thin, and between injuries and likely trades, it will get even thinner after the All-Star break."
Kelly could see the team being sellers again at the deadline, which wouldn't help their 2026 cause. He projects them to have an even worse season than they did in 2025, having them swap places with the Chicago White Sox, finishing last in the division with a 60-102 record.
That may not be what the fans were hoping for, but it is what they should prepare themselves for.
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