Locked On Twins

Joe Ryan steps into the Minnesota Twins ace role with Pablo López sidelined. Can Ryan anchor the rotation and avoid his notorious second-half slump? C.J. Baumgartner highlights Ryan’s statistical strengths, his path to improvement, and the challenge of staying healthy through a full MLB season. The conversation explores Ryan’s contract situation and how trade rumors could shape the Twins’ pitching future as 2026 approaches.   Andrew Chafin emerges as the ultimate bullpen vibes guy, promising leadership and good clubhouse energy, while Brooks Lee faces scrutiny as the projected opening day shortstop. Is Lee’s range and bat enough, or will prospects like Kaelen Culpepper and Merrick Huston force a shift in the infield? Key topics include Minnesota’s bullpen depth, left-right reliever balance, shortstop succession plans, and the ongoing quest for stability across the diamond. Don’t miss this breakdown of the Twins’ evolving roster and spring training storylines.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…