Matt Wallner sent to Triple-A, and Zebby Matthews throws a gem

The struggling Matt Wallner — once one of the Twins' most promising young players — got demoted to Triple-A this week. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about his sudden fall and why finding a place back in the Twins' lineup may be difficult, plus more in the latest episode. Topics inclu…

Bailey Ober throws a Maddux, and Tyler Duffey is pitching in Mexico!

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…

Twins take series in Cleveland thanks to bullpen and defense

The Twins got their first series win in a month thanks to strong showings from two of their weaknesses this season — the bullpen and defense. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey, and Zack Pierce talk about that and more: — Twins take two of three in Cleveland — The bullpen steps up — Brooks Lee saves the day …

Royce Lewis sounds off and the Twins wipe out against the Nationals

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 waitin…

Twins get best possible Joe Ryan news, then win in Washington

After an injury scare over the weekend, Joe Ryan got a clean MRI and is likely to make his next start Saturday in Cleveland. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about that and more. Today's topics: — Joe Ryan's good news — What Ryan's status means for the Twins ahead of the trade deadline…

UH OH! Joe Ryan is hurt, and the Twins have another big problem

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. (0…

Twins win, Bailey Ober shines on an epic night for Minnesota sports

Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about a victorious night all around in Minnesota sports, which started with the Twins getting back in the win column. Topics include: (00:00): An update from Tyler's trip to the dentist. (1:07): Twins, Wild, Timberwolves (and Saints) all won Thursday ni…

Strong starts, slumping bats, bullpen woes piling up this season

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…

The Twins' 1-9 tailspin, and Connor Prielipp's second start

Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins' recent freefall, going 1-9 in their last 10 games. Tyler talks about what it's like in the clubhouse going from a hot streak to a cold one. Dan breaks down the change from then to now and whether it's time to look to the minors for a spa…

Twins rally past reeling Mets, and now it's time for Connor Prielipp

Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins' comeback win over the Mets (00:20) and why it's one of their best wins of the year (3:51). Tyler talks about the Twins' bullpen-by-committee and what that's like for a player (14:40). Dan breaks down the game of Connor Prielipp (19:15), …