Minnesota Twins News
Yankees give former Twins castoff new lifeline with minor-league deal
The New York Yankees and a recent Minnesota Twins castoff reliever have agreed to a minor-league deal.
Source: Puckett's Pond
Josh Donaldson may have explained how Derek Shelton has changed the Twins
The Minnesota Twins' culture has changed dramatically under the first-year manager Derek Shelton.
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Pelican Rapids, a turkey plant town of 2,600, saw itself as welcoming to all. Then came ICE.
Immigrants turned Otter Tail County town into one of Minnesotas most diverse. But Americas divisions disrupted small-town harmony in Pelican Rapids.
Source: Twins Insider
Best U.S. hospitals list includes 14 in Minnesota, led by Mayo
The U.S. News & World Report ranks hospitals in all 50 states annually, and more Minnesota facilities made the list this year.
Source: Twins Insider
Ramstad: Minnesotas slow population growth may not be as big a problem as predicted
Surprising new research finds economies have stayed rich without growth before.
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Republicans like their chances with Tafoya facing Flanagan for Senate
Republicans believe Flanagan is easier to beat than Angie Craig. Flanagans decisive primary victory and an energized DFL base could suggest otherwise.
Source: Twins Insider
A disputed phone call sheds light on political maneuvering over Minneapolis public safety
Toddrick Barnette claims Council member Jamal Osman asked him for a political favor to earn his support. Osman calls it a frickin lie.
Source: Twins Insider
Gophers QB Drake Lindsey looks the part as P.J. Flecks team takes shape in training camp
The second-year starters growth is evident while position battles at offensive tackle, linebacker, safety and kicker are coming into focus.
Source: Twins Insider
Rash: This primary season, the Midwest is a political science laboratory
Divergent Democratic strategies and outcomes will have consequences in November and beyond.
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Moose and bears will likely benefit from Minnesota wildfires. Ticks and brainworms, not so much.
As burned forests grow back, young trees and berry patches can provide a feast for wildlife, while fire may temporarily knock back parasites.
Source: Twins Insider
No power? No problem! Scooter ride rolls on Friday night in Minneapolis
Lime cut the power or reduced the speed of its rental scooters in parts of downtown after a group ride last week caused chaos on Interstate 35W.
Source: Twins Insider
Former Anoka County prosecutor charged in prostitution ring
Thirteen victims are listed in a district court complaint, which accuses the former prosecutor of promoting and profiting from prostitution.
Source: Twins Insider
Charges: North Branch teen was high on illicit drug when he caused crash that killed 2
The driver being charged was 14 years old at the time of the head-on collision, officials said.
Source: Twins Insider
Surveillance of MN labor unions echoes history, tests legal limits
The governments surveillance extended far beyond the indictment of a group thats come to be known as the Minnesota 15
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Former Twins prospect from A.J. Minter trade off to insane start with Mets organization
This infielder the Twins traded to the Mets in the A.J. Minter deal is off to a hot start with his new organization.
Source: Puckett's Pond
UnitedHealthcare CEOs family calls Mangione plea a step toward justice
The family of murdered UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who lived in Maple Grove, thanked prosecutors for holding the accused shooter responsible.
Source: Twins Insider
Suspect firing gun is fatally shot during encounter with police on tribal land in Minnesota
Tribal police have yet to disclose any specifics about the gunfire.
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St. Paul mayor proposes slashing police jobs in the wake of chiefs allegations
Mayor Kaohly Hers budget reduces the number of sergeant and commander posts, and the chief has raised the specter of demotions to meet cut targets.
Source: Twins Insider
2 big-market teams that could target Twins' recent DFA
The Minnesota Twins designated catcher Alex Jackson for assignment to make room for Byron Buxton.
Source: Puckett's Pond
Field of Dreams broadcast makes bizarre claim about Twins ownership
The Twins lost 7-1 to the Phillies in the Field of Dreams game, wasting eight hits while striking out 12 times on a memorable night in Iowa.
Source: Puckett's Pond
