Locked On Twins

The Minnesota Twins looked sharp in game two versus the Rangers thanks to David Festa's strong outing and a Byron Buxton 479-foot 3-run home run.

Minnesota Twins' pitching woes deepen as recent losses mount. Can the team overcome bullpen struggles and defensive miscues to stay competitive in the AL Central?Dave Brown and Brandon Warne dissect the Twins' recent performance, focusing on Simeon Woods Richardson's struggles and potential roster moves. The hosts analyze Byron Buxton's fielding error and Royce Lewis's throwing mistake, discussing their impact on team morale. They explore possible solutions, including signing veteran pitcher Rich Hill, to address the pitching staff's immediate needs.Tune in for expert insights on the Twins' path forward and how they can turn their season around despite mounting challenges.0:00 Intro: Twins lose ugly game to Rangers5:10 Bullpen options and potential roster moves16:31 Jorge Alcala's concerning performance and future22:03 Rangers' offensive explosion against Twins pitching26:31 Defensive miscues and errors in blowout loss31:02 Outro: Locked on MLB Game Night promoFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Minnesota Twins got Simeon Woods-Richardson back on the mound tonight for game one versus the Rangers but allowed six runs in just four innings of play, Twins lose 16-4. Join Luke Inman and CJ Baumgartner for the instant reaction after the game.

The Twins managed to grab a win in the series finale with the Jays, but are down another starter after Zebby Matthews came down with a bum shoulder.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@Brandon_Warne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including Simeon Woods Richardson getting the call to rejoin the rotation, how the Twins managed to nab a win on Sunday and what the Rangers series might look like.  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

The Minnesota Twins got back on track and avoided the three game sweep versus the Blue Jays thanks to Joe Ryan and company. Join Luke Inman and CJ Baumgartner for the instant reaction and recap.

David Festa was toasted in the series finale in Sacramento, but the Twins are headed home — where they've been terrific so far this season.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@Brandon_Warne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including the Festa fiasco (if you can call it that), the Blue Jays coming to town and Travis Adams getting his first look in the big leagues.  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

The Minnesota Twins didn't bust out the brooms but still took 3 of 4 from the A's. David Festa had a rough time giving up 8 runs in 3 innings. Join Luke Inman and Sweet Lou for the instant reaction and recap.

It turns out the Pablo Lopez fears were merited, as the Twins' ace will miss multiple months with a teres major strain.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@Brandon_Warne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including his replacement David Festa, what a return might look like and how the Twins can end the series with a W and a sweep.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

The Minnesota Twins have won three straight versus the A's while averaging over eight runs per game. Join Luke Inman and Theo Tollefson for the instant reaction and breakdown after the game.

The Twins crossed the double-digit barrier in runs for the second straight night, but at a price as Pablo Lopez left due to injury.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@Brandon_Warne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including anxiously awaiting Pablo's MRI results, how the offense finally got to Jacob Lopez and how Brandon was wrong about Willi Castro.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

MLB playoff race heats up as underdogs challenge favorites. Are the Dodgers and Astros locks for October, or could surprising contenders like the Rangers and Pirates shake things up?Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze current playoff positions, potential fallers, and intriguing statistics. The hosts debate the Twins' chances, the Mariners' struggles, and the impact of the expanded wild card on smaller market teams. Baltimore's pitching woes and the Rockies' historically bad start take center stage, while Cleveland's no-hitter drought raises eyebrows.Discover which teams might defy expectations and make a late-season push. Will the Cardinals find their October magic once again?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Wonderful PistachiosGet snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! Supply HouseJoin the TradeMaster program today at SupplyHouse.com/TM and start ordering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies with just a few clicks. P

The Twins jumped out to a 6-0 lead before things got dicey in the fifth, but ultimately held on to beat the Athletics in Sacramento on Monday, 10-4.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@Brandon_Warne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including the Joe Ryan Experience taking another ride, Byron Buxton driving in five runs and a look into how the Athletics have faltered so badly of late.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

The Minnesota Twins used Byron Buxton's five RBI's to catapult them to a game one victory over the A'. Join Luke Inman and Theo Tollefson for the instant reaction and recap after the game.

The Twins staged an epic comeback against the Mariners on Friday night, and then were walked off twice to wrap up the weekend before heading to Sacramento.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@BrandonWarne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including Royce Lewis' struggles, Chris Paddack pitching a whale of a ballgame on Sunday and everything else in between.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

The Minnesota Twins lost 2 of 3 versus the Seattle Mariners despite Chris Paddack's best efforts of nearly 8 innings of flawless pitching. Join Luke Inman and Sweet Lou Hennessey for the instant reaction and recap.

The Minnesota Twins look to stay hot on the west coast versus the Mariners after an improbable comeback in the 9th inning. Join Luke Inman and Sweet Lou Hennesey for the instant reaction and recap.

The Twins are headed to Seattle to face the AL West-leading Mariners over the weekend. Both teams come into the series 30-25.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@BrandonWarne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including the pitching matchups, Byron Buxton's return and a look at when Matt Wallner may come back as well.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

Is winning the World Series the only measure of success for the New York Yankees,  the Los Angeles Dodgers or really any team? This episode challenges that notion, exploring the idea that a "perfect season" in MLB might be more about providing fans with an exciting summer.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Trade Coffee Right now, Trade is exclusively offering our customer 50% off your one-month trial at drinktrade.com/LOCKEDONMLB.   Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more!   Supply House Join the TradeMaster program today at SupplyHouse.com/TM and start ordering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies with just a few clicks. Plus, use promo code S-H-5 for 5% off your first order. That’s SupplyHouse.com!   Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.   FanDuel Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONU

The Minnesota Twins evened their series with the Rays at a game apiece with a 4-2 win on Tuesday, and now look to complete the series victory.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@BrandonWarne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including how Joe Ryan has evolved into a great pitcher and personality, how the Twins can complete the series win and what the ownership situation REALLY looks like after a few conflicting reports.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

The road trip from heck got off on the wrong foot as the Twins fell to the Rays on Monday evening, 7-2.In this edition of Locked On Twins, Brandon (@BrandonWarne/@warne.bsky.social) and Dave (@answerdavebrown/@answerdave.bsky.social) break it all down, including Chris Paddack and Carlos Correa shining, the dimly lit George M. Steinbrenner field not shining and Trevor Larnach missing what was an extremely catchable fly ball.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…