The Twins' No. 1 pick in 2017 is headed to the minors after a dismal start to 2026. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about Lewis' stunning struggles and more. Topics include:

— Royce Lewis to Triple-A and what comes next.
— A concerning trend of promising players regressing?
— What Orlando Arcia brings to the team.
— Ryan Jeffers out 6-8 weeks with broken hamate (not pronounced ha-MAH-tay) bone.
— Byron Buxton returns after five-game absence.
— Thoughts on the Twins' win Monday over the Astros.

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The Twins' No. 1 pick in 2017 is headed to the minors after a dismal start to 2026. Dan Hayes, Tyler Duffey and Zack Pierce talk about Lewis' stunning struggles and more. Topics include: &mdash; Royce Lewis to Triple-A and what comes next. &mdash; A concerning trend of promising players regressing? &mdash; What Orlando Arcia brings to the team. &mdash; Ryan Jeffers out 6-8 weeks with broken hamate (not pronounced ha-MAH-tay) bone. &mdash; Byron Buxton returns after five-game absence. &mdash; Thoughts on the Twins' win Monday over the Astros.
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The Athletic’s Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce connect to launch Twin Cities Territory: A Minnesota Twins podcast. The duo shares authentic insight and in-depth analysis covering the Twins all season long. Subscribe on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! Part of the Foul Territory Network.

The Athletic&rsquo;s Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce connect to launch Twin Cities Territory: A Minnesota Twins podcast. The duo shares authentic insight and in-depth analysis covering the Twins all season long. Subscribe on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! Part of the Foul Territory Network.

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Royce Lewis sent to Triple-A, and Ryan Jeffers breaks a bone

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It was a rough and eventful weekend for the Twins as Royce Lewis returned to the big leagues, Byron Buxton injured himself making a catch in center field and the visiting Royals won the four-game series. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce discuss the latest, including:

— A rough series loss that could've gone the other way.
— Byron Buxton's injury status.
— Royce Lewis' return and different looks in the field.
— James Outman DFA'ed.
— A peek at the upcoming series in Detroit.

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It was a rough and eventful weekend for the Twins as Royce Lewis returned to the big leagues, Byron Buxton injured himself making a catch in center field and the visiting Royals won the four-game series. Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce discuss the latest, including: &mdash; A rough series loss that could've gone the other way. &mdash; Byron Buxton's injury status. &mdash; Royce Lewis' return and different looks in the field. &mdash; James Outman DFA'ed. &mdash; A peek at the upcoming series in Detroit. 🌶️
To explore coverage, visit <a href="https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL">aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL</a>. The ASPCA&reg; is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.
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Byron Buxton hurt as Twins lose three of four to Royals

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Pablo López gives us an update on his recovery from the UCL tear he suffered in spring training and talks about his “side quests” during rehab. Plus, Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins’ series-opening loss to the Royals and more recent developments. Topics include:

— Welcome to the show, and López talks about how rehab is going.
—López on his “side quests,” including interpreting the team and some news on his upcoming TV duties.
— López on his mindset over the 12-month recovery period.
— On the Twins’ loss Thursday to the Royals.
— Update on Mick Abel, who was throwing off the mound Thursday at Target Field.
— Bailey Ober says a wet baseball is to blame for his injury.

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Pablo L&oacute;pez gives us an update on his recovery from the UCL tear he suffered in spring training and talks about his &ldquo;side quests&rdquo; during rehab. Plus, Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce talk about the Twins&rsquo; series-opening loss to the Royals and more recent developments. Topics include: &mdash; Welcome to the show, and L&oacute;pez talks about how rehab is going. &mdash;L&oacute;pez on his &ldquo;side quests,&rdquo; including interpreting the team and some news on his upcoming TV duties. &mdash; L&oacute;pez on his mindset over the 12-month recovery period. &mdash; On the Twins&rsquo; loss Thursday to the Royals. &mdash; Update on Mick Abel, who was throwing off the mound Thursday at Target Field. &mdash; Bailey Ober says a wet baseball is to blame for his injury. 🌶️
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Twins starter Pablo López joins the show! Plus, a Mick Abel update

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The Twins suffered a listless defeat Wednesday in an otherwise successful series against the White Sox. Meanwhile, Royce Lewis continues to crush the ball in St. Paul. That and more in the latest episode from Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce:

— Twins lose finale but come away with a needed series win.
— Tristan Gray's bat and other feel-good items from the series.
— Twins still hovering around the edge of the playoff picture — what will it mean?
— The swell of .500-ish teams and what it might mean to be "contending" around the trade deadline.
— Royce Lewis is on fire in Triple-A. Where do the Twins stand with him?
— Yes, it's Triple-A, but Lewis needed this shot of confidence.

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The Twins suffered a listless defeat Wednesday in an otherwise successful series against the White Sox. Meanwhile, Royce Lewis continues to crush the ball in St. Paul. That and more in the latest episode from Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce: &mdash; Twins lose finale but come away with a needed series win. &mdash; Tristan Gray's bat and other feel-good items from the series. &mdash; Twins still hovering around the edge of the playoff picture &mdash; what will it mean? &mdash; The swell of .500-ish teams and what it might mean to be "contending" around the trade deadline. &mdash; Royce Lewis is on fire in Triple-A. Where do the Twins stand with him? &mdash; Yes, it's Triple-A, but Lewis needed this shot of confidence.
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Twins drop finale, win series vs. Chicago; Royce ripping up Triple-A

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Royce Lewis sent to Triple-A, and Ryan Jeffers breaks a bone

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