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Twins GM Jeremy Zoll made it quite clear this week how the team feels about Byron Buxton as the trade deadline looms. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that plus the first two games of the team's series vs. the Dodgers. Topics include:— Zoll says the team has "no plans" to deal Buxton.— Zoll was clearly listening when Buxton made his recent strong comments about wanting to stay.— Is that an indication of plans to hang onto other key players?— Buxton kept our HR prediction streak alive and answered Shohei Ohtani's blast on Monday.— Twins play one crisp and one sloppy game vs. Dodgers, lose both.— Teeing up Joe Ryan vs. Shohei Ohtani in the series finale. Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo code FOUL 🌶️ Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an exclusive with The Athletic's Dan Hayes, Byron Buxton has some thoughts about his name being attached to trade speculation. Dan, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that, the Twins' sweep of the Rangers and more on the latest show. Topics include:— Byron Buxton makes it clear how he feels about all the trade talk.— On why Buxton probably means it when he says he doesn't intend to leave.— With the Twins still feisty, it feels like a stretch to trade him.— Our picks to homer tonight in Arizona. Can we be right again?! — Twins finish off the sweep in Texas, as the offense remains stellar.— The Twins are giving season-ticket holders discounts for actually attending the games.— A peek at this weekend's series in Arizona.— Tyler Duffey on his Twins TV debut. 🌶️ Read the Buxton story here. Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Byron Buxton and Royce Lewis were a combined 13 for 22 with 4 home runs and 7 RBI as the Twins scored a back-and-forth series win over visiting St. Louis. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:— A wild, entertaining series win over the Cardinals as Royce Lewis' strong play continues.— Byron Buxton goes 8 for 12, giving the Twins a formidable punch in the lineup in recent days.— Will Dan spend $1,400 on a World Cup ticket?— Taj Bradley with a step in the right direction.— The bullpen — had its moments this weekend, but overall bad.— What's going on with touted prospect Kaelen Culpepper?— The Twins somehow still hanging around in the American League.— A peek at the Rangers' series this week. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: 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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Twins dropped to a season-worst eight games under .500 with a 10-4 loss in Detroit on Tuesday. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the game, Taj Bradley’s struggles, Byron Buxton and the persistent trade rumors and more. Plus, a clip from Foul Territory’s interview with Kody Clemens. — Twins drop to 30-38 and the vibes aren’t great.— Taj Bradley’s struggles continue.— Kody Clemens talks Byron Buxton on Foul Territory.— Buxton hits another homer, but his woes with RISP are still there.— Updates on Mick Abel, Kendry Rojas and Cole Sands.— A peek at the rest of the series in Detroit. Watch Foul Territory’s full Clemens interview here. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. 🌶️ Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pablo López gives us an update on his recovery from the UCL tear he suffered in spring training and talks about his “side quests” during rehab. Plus, Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins’ series-opening loss to the Royals and more recent developments. Topics include:— Welcome to the show, and López talks about how rehab is going.—López on his “side quests,” including interpreting the team and some news on his upcoming TV duties.— López on his mindset over the 12-month recovery period.— On the Twins’ loss Thursday to the Royals.— Update on Mick Abel, who was throwing off the mound Thursday at Target Field.— Bailey Ober says a wet baseball is to blame for his injury.🌶️ Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Twins lose a couple of one-run heartbreakers and a blowout in Pittsburgh to extend their losing streak to five as their 10-game road trip comes to a close. Topics in the latest episode from Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce include: — A frustrating and painful end the road trip with Bailey Ober's injury. — The gut-punches of Friday and Saturday's losses.— The over-taxed bullpen in a 17-day stretch of games.— Offense was a bright spot, and our picks to homer Monday.— The crazy timing of Simeon Woods Richardson getting DFAed.— Teeing up the return to Target Field and the series against the White Sox. 🌶️ Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Twins have split the first two games of their road series against the White Sox after Tuesday's 11-inning win. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:— Breaking down Tuesday's win.— The heads-up play that got the Twins out of the 10th inning.— Brooks Lee, moved to third base, responds in a big way.— Tyler on handling demotions in your role.— Joe Ryan with another solid outing.— Byron Buxton's progress toward getting back to CF. Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at BlueChew.com 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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the third straight game since his injury scare, Joe Ryan threw exactly six innings and allowed exactly one run as the Twins won the series finale against the Astros. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Topics include: — With a shaken-up lineup, Twins win series vs. Houston.— Joe Ryan is on a roll.— An interlude to address Byron Buxton to Atlanta trade rumors.— Back to Joe Ryan, who is making himself a hot commodity ahead of the trade deadline.— Andrew Morris shines in his first shot at the closer role.— Yoendrys Gómez posts another scoreless outing.— Teeing up the Twins' 10-game road trip.— Dan explains his obsession with umpire pants. 🌶️  Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royce Lewis' struggles are only growing. Will the Twins send their 2017 No. 1 pick down to Triple-A for a reset? Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more in the latest episode. Topics include:— Where we're at with Royce Lewis.— On Miguel Sanó being sent down in 2018, and what it's like when you get to this point with a big-name player.— Why demoting Lewis would be complicated.— Other thoughts from the series against the Brewers. — Ryan Jeffers' tear continues, and our picks to homer.— Byron Buxton injury update.— What to watch for vs. Astros. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory 🌶️ Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bailey Ober tossed a complete-game shutout on fewer than 100 pitches — the rare feat known as a "Maddux" — on Tuesday as the Twins won their third straight game. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Plus, Tyler Duffey has a big life update. Topics include:— Tyler Duffey is pitching in Mexico! — Recapping Ober's "Maddux."— How Ober is getting it done with lower velo.— Andrew Morris was ready to go again after a busy weekend. — Ryan Jeffers' surge and our picks to homer Wednesday.— Teeing up the last two games of the Marlins series.— Tyler shares a photo from the Leones de Yucatán clubhouse. 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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royce Lewis is struggling big time, and he spoke this week about his concerns about his place on the Twins going forward. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey, and Zack Pierce talk about that and more on the latest show. Topics include:— Royce Lewis says, "It feels like people around here sometimes are waiting for me to struggle."— What it's like for a big-leaguer to struggle and how a reset can help.— All that went wrong in a couple bad losses to the Nationals.— Mick Abel has a setback.— Teeing up the season's first series against Cleveland. 🌶️ Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another blow to the Twins' season, and potentially their trade deadline plans, as Joe Ryan goes out with elbow soreness. We break down what to know about the injury, talk about the Twins' series split with Toronto and more. (00:00): Show start(02:00): What to know about Joe Ryan's injury.(09:19): How this might affect the Twins' trade deadline plans.(15:29): Takeaways from the weekend split with the Blue Jays.(28:27): The continuing bullpen concerns and the new arms getting a chance. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory Subscribe to Twin Cities Territory for all of your Twins insight and in-depth analysis year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins' continuing struggles as their skid hits 11 losses in 13 games. Topics include: The patchwork bullpen's woes, more starting pitching gems wasted, and the offense suddenly not delivering with RISP. Also, Tom Pohlad is talking about building the team up, but will he back it up? 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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.