Minnesota Twins News & Updates

Taj Bradley’s decision to withdraw from the World Baseball Classic may actually boost his standing with Twins fans, setting the stage for a solid season as he focuses on proving himself in a crowded rotation. With injury updates swirling around Joe Ryan and David Festa, the Twins' pitching depth will be tested, amplifying the importance of the bullpen, which still seems in flux as spring training rolls on. As the Twins prepare to face the Red Sox today, the spotlight is on how new faces like Andrew Morris and other hopefuls will attempt to carve out roles in a lineup that must harness power to contend. With home runs being the key to success in today's game, the Twins need their young guns, especially power-hitting prospects, to emerge if they want to keep pace in the AL Central.