Host Michael Rand dives into the struggles of the Twins against the AL’s top teams after a loss to the Yankees dropped Minnesota to 0-14 against New York, Cleveland and Baltimore this season. It’s not just one thing, but this is a big thing: the Twins were No. 2 in starting pitcher ERA last season; this year, they are No. 25. Plus Dallas is apparently not invincible after getting routed by Boston in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, while a huge name has joined the Wolves ownership pursuit.
Twins at their worst vs. AL’s best; a big name enters Timberwolves picture
On Friday’s Daily Delivery podcast, host Michael Rand looks at the Twins’ 0-14 record against the three best teams in the American League. He also talks about a new twist in the Wolves’ ownership battle and chats with Vikings writer Andrew Krammer about Justin Jefferson.
The Minnesota Star Tribune
June 7, 2024 at 1:50PM
9:00: Andrew Krammer joins Rand for a breakdown of Vikings minicamp. Who stood out on both sides of the ball? What is J.J. McCarthy’s timeline? And what should we look for from Justin Jefferson after his huge contract was signed?
29:00: Natalie Darwitz is reportedly out as GM of PWHL Minnesota.
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