Locked On Twins

Minnesota Twins fans face a tough question: Should the team pursue Nick Castellanos, now a free agent after his Phillies release? Is the risk worth the reward for a right-handed corner outfielder plagued by clubhouse drama and declining production? C.J. Baumgartner weighs Castellanos’s fit and attitude, analyzes why Philadelphia paid $20 million just to let him walk, and explores if his free-swinging style and defensive struggles can be overlooked. The episode spotlights the Twins' most meaningful bullpen addition yet—Anthony Banda, acquired from the Los Angeles Dodgers—and examines his role, strengths, and pitfalls for Minnesota’s high-leverage relief. C.J. Baumgartner reveals how new value-driven concessions and ticket deals signal the franchise's bid to win fans back to Target Field, but asks: Will discounted beer and hot dogs be enough, or does winning remain the only cure? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…