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Justin Masterson pitched five solid innings and the Boston Red Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 4-2 Saturday in a spring training wrapup. Masterson gave up two runs and seven hits. He's expected to start Thursday at Philadelphia.
Opening Day is nigh, and that means the 2015 Minnesota Twins campaign is upon us. After four years of futility, can new field management and an amped-up starting rotation get things turned around?
Phil Hughes and Clay Buchholz each had their final spring training tuneups Wednesday as the Minnesota Twins and a Boston Red Sox split squad played to a 4-4 tie in nine innings. Hughes, slated to start Minnesota's regular-season opener Monday in Detroit, struck out five, walked two and gave up one run and four hits in four innings against a squad that included starters Dustin Pedroia, Pablo Sandoval and Mike Napoli.
Riccardo Ingram, a longtime minor league coach in the Minnesota Twins organization and a former football and baseball star at Georgia Tech, has died at the age of 48 following his second battle with brain cancer. Georgia Tech said Ingram died on Tuesday night.
Joe Mauer hit his first home run of the spring and the Minnesota Twins beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-1 Saturday. Mauer hit a two-run drive to right field. The three-time AL batting champion has spent extra time working off a tee with hitting coach Tom Brunansky.
Kyle Gibson struck seven in six strong innings for the Minnesota Twins in a 2-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. Gibson mixed in his slider and placed new emphasis on his changeup in striking out Rays slugger Evan Longoria three times and leadoff man John Jaso twice.
These bars are a home run for Twins fans.
Paul Molitor became the latest Hall of Fame player to test his teaching skills when the Minnesota Twins hired him as their manager. With Molitor preparing for his debut with the Twins this season, here's a look back at a mixed-at-best track record of players with a plaque at Cooperstown who also took their turns trying to manage in the major leagues.
Two seasons after Hall-of-Famer Paul Molitor played his last game, he became the bench coach for the Minnesota Twins on manager Tom Kelly's staff. The role was his for two years. The experience was infinitely valuable for the job that opened for him much later.
Two hometown stars are trying to save a franchise that has rarely been lower after four straight seasons of at least 92 losses.
The contract Glen Perkins has with the Minnesota Twins goes through at least 2017, so the All-Star closer wouldn't have to think about switching teams for a while. He already has. He would never do it.
Many are hoping Molitor will be able to change the losing culture at the Twins, but all the Hall of Famer can do to make changes is make out the lineup card. It all starts with the pitchers, who began their workouts in Fort Meyers Monday, including the recently-acquired, right-hander Irving Santana.
Without good vision, everything is much more difficult. But if you don't have insurance, it can be a struggle to pay for an eye exam and prescription glasses. About 20 St. Paul kids who failed vision screenings at their school last fall got a follow-up exam Thursday with an optometrist.
Trevor Plouffe is coming off of a season in which he led the Minnesota Twins in RBIs and signed a $4.8 million, one-year contract that made him the highest-paid third baseman in franchise history. Put those two things together and the 28-year-old Plouffe would appear to be on firm footing heading into his sixth season in the big leagues.
The Minnesota Twins have agreed to terms with left-hander Brian Duensing on a $2.7 million, one-year deal to avoid arbitration. The Twins announced the deal on Saturday. It also allowed the Twins to reach deals with all six of their arbitration-eligible players without going to a hearing.
A baseball legend known for his optimism through very tough times has died. Ernie Banks died Friday evening at the age of 83.
The fast track Byron Buxton has been on to the majors with the Minnesota Twins hit a huge speed bump last season. Ranked by Baseball America magazine as the top prospect in the game when the year began, Buxton sprained his left wrist diving for a ball in March during spring training. He aggravated the injury in May sliding into a base with Class A Fort Myers after five games.
The Minnesota Twins and outfielder Jordan Schafer have agreed on a $1.55 million, a one-year contract that avoided arbitration. The deal was reached Friday, giving the Twins contracts with five of their six arbitration-eligible players. Left-handed reliever Brian Duensing remains unsigned.
The Minnesota Twins have agreed to one-year deals with third baseman Trevor Plouffe, left-hander Tommy Milone, right-hander Casey Fiend and infielder Eduardo Nunez that avoided arbitration. The Twins announced the agreements on Friday. Plouffe will earn $4.8 million next season after hitting .258 with 14 home runs and a team-leading 80 RBIs last season.
The Minnesota Twins have hired former Chicago Cubs manager Mike Quade to run their top farm team. The Twins announced their 2015 minor league staff assignments Friday, with Quade joining the organization for the first time. He'll be the manager at Triple-A Rochester. Quade took charge of the Cubs late in the 2010 season and managed them again in 2011.
Are the good old days back again? Johan Santana will be pitching for the Twins this summer. Well, sort of. "[In the] minor leagues, I was Johan Santana. Then, there was another Johan Santana. You know who that is," said the Twins' newest free agent acquisition, starting pitcher Ervin Santana, with a laugh. "They send me his baseball cards every time so I can sign it."
The Minnesota Twins called a news conference for Saturday to announce a four-year contract with free-agent right-hander Ervin Santana. Santana's deal, which guarantees him $55 million, contains a club option for 2019 that could become guaranteed. The 32-year-old was 14-10 with a 3.95 ERA for Atlanta this year. He as an AL All-Star with the Los Angeles Angels in 2008.
The Minnesota Twins have selected right-hander J.R. Graham from the Atlanta Braves organization in the major league portion of the annual Rule 5 draft. The pick was made Thursday at the winter meetings in San Diego.
Twins Territory exploded Tuesday night with news that Torii Hunter and his mega-watt smile were returning to the team. The long-rumored and long-anticipated move was celebrated by many fans who see Hunter as a leader on and off the field, and a reminder of brighter seasons from the past. However, the announcement was also met with frustration and criticism. He's almost 40 years old, an 18-year veteran and not the same player he was when he left the club seven years ago.
A press conference announcing Torii Hunter's return to Minnesota baseball took an awkward turn Wednesday afternoon when a reporter asked him about his stance on gay marriage.
While some in the Trump administration say food benefits could restart as soon as this Wednesday, the uncertainty is stressful for Minnesotans who rely on them and food shelves in the state.
At 108, he was the oldest living Merchant Marine in the world.
It's a milestone season for the Minnesota Wild as they celebrate 25 years. But behind the professional men's hockey team are several women in charge, who help make game day possible.
Lyndon Wiggins was found guilty Monday of the 2019 kidnapping and killing of realtor Monique Baugh after a weekslong retrial.
A woman was found dead after a mobile home fire in western Wisconsin last week.
It's a milestone season for the Minnesota Wild as they celebrate 25 years. But behind the professional men's hockey team are several women in charge, who help make game day possible.
Lyndon Wiggins was found guilty Monday of the 2019 kidnapping and killing of realtor Monique Baugh after a weekslong retrial.
A Minneapolis street is now named for a woman who spent her life fighting housing discrimination.
An investigation is underway into what exactly led up to his death.
A full-circle moment is unfolding on the basketball court this pre-season in Minnesota. During a fall league happening at St. Michael-Albertville High School on Sunday, three generations of women are growing the game.
A Minnesota man whom authorities arrested in Iowa after naming him as a suspect in a double homicide is charged with murder.
A western Minnesota woman was killed in a head-on crash with a semi truck Saturday morning, authorities said.
Police said the shooting was "an isolated incident and the public is not in danger."
A southern Minnesota man wanted in connection to a double homicide overnight Sunday was taken into custody in Iowa after an hourslong manhunt.
The final night of a Halloween-themed event at Valleyfair in Shakopee, Minnesota, ended early due to "two altercations between parties," according to a park spokesperson.
At 108, he was the oldest living Merchant Marine in the world.
A woman was found dead after a mobile home fire in western Wisconsin last week.
Minnesota was one of 25 states that sued the Trump administration in the fight for food assistance, as more than 440,000 residents rely on the program.
Some people were treated to an astral spectacle late Wednesday night, as a "fireball meteor" flashed across the night sky in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' sweeping plan for overhauling the state's aging prison system is moving forward with bipartisan support despite complaints from Republican lawmakers that their concerns were not being addressed.
When you think of college roommates, you likely think of a couple of young adults making their way through school and fun. But there's a Twin Cities residence that's completely rethinking the concept of co-ed living, and it's turned into a life-giving project.
Activists joined the families of Mariah Samuels and Allison Lussier in front of the Hennepin County Government Center Thursday afternoon. They say Minneapolis police and others didn't do enough to keep their loved ones safe.
A Lakeville family has turned their driveway into a small, free food pantry. It's a place where anyone can stop by and grab fresh produce and staples with no questions asked.
At Lock and Dam Eatery, the restaurant will soon be serving a different kind of meal, meant to ease the burden of hunger.
"We're keeping it alive. We're speaking it with each other, and we're encouraging more families to come together," said Dakota language teacher Nichole Subola.
While some in the Trump administration say food benefits could restart as soon as this Wednesday, the uncertainty is stressful for Minnesotans who rely on them and food shelves in the state.
Promises of partial payments for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits came from the White House on Monday. The program ran out of Money on Nov. 1, during the government shutdown. The program provides 440,000 Minnesotans with food benefits. Esme Murphy reports that the question of when funds will be available is unclear.
Tuesday is Election Day. Voters in several cities across Minnesota will have local races and important measures to decide. That includes mayoral contests in Minneapolis and St. Paul. WCCO's Caroline Cummings has a preview of what to expect.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he's "optimistic" about ending the government shutdown this week. Follow live updates here.
In a wide-ranging interview, President Trump blamed Democrats for the shutdown and said ICE raids “haven’t gone far enough.”
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
Minnesota was one of 25 states that sued the Trump administration in the fight for food assistance, as more than 440,000 residents rely on the program.
Minnesota manufactured home park residents and lawmakers are speaking out against what they say are skyrocketing rents and unsafe living conditions.
More than 800 Minnesota-based Target employees will lose their jobs amid a massive restructuring effort by the mega retailer, according to documents filed to the state's employment department.
Minnesota's food shelves are set to get a funding boost amid surging demand stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.
Lyndon Wiggins was found guilty Monday of the 2019 kidnapping and killing of realtor Monique Baugh after a weekslong retrial.
A Minnesota man whom authorities arrested in Iowa after naming him as a suspect in a double homicide is charged with murder.
Two men are facing federal charges in what the Federal Bureau of Investigation has called a "potential terrorist attack" that was allegedly targeting Halloween weekend.
Police said the shooting was "an isolated incident and the public is not in danger."
An investigation is underway into what exactly led up to his death.
While some in the Trump administration say food benefits could restart as soon as this Wednesday, the uncertainty is stressful for Minnesotans who rely on them and food shelves in the state.
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
The vision of a content creator from Minnesota has been gradually deteriorating since she was 6 years old. At 27, she's learning to live differently and independently.
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
Morgan Wallen, the country music megastar who in 2021 was caught on video using a racial slur, will open his next tour at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
There were some major celebrity sightings in Minneapolis this week. The A-list stars aren't here to further their careers, they're here to help.
Paramount announced layoffs as the company restructures after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance earlier this year.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
Food hall by day and party scene by night, Eat Street Crossing is mixing it up in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been cleared for contact activities on the court.
A full-circle moment is unfolding on the basketball court this pre-season in Minnesota. During a fall league happening at St. Michael-Albertville High School on Sunday, three generations of women are growing the game.
J.J. McCarthy threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score in his return from an ankle injury, leading the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday.
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
Julius Randle scored 30 points to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Charlotte Hornets 122-105 for their first victory since All-Star Anthony Edwards was sidelined with an injury.
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are facing sticker shock as the enrollment period for health insurance on the state marketplace opened Nov 1.
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers will expand paid family leave to nearly every employee.
Currently, 24% of Minnesotans have access to paid family and medical leave. On Jan. 1, a new Minnesota law mandates that employers provide paid family leave to nearly every employee. This would include full-time, part-time and seasonal workers.
Forty-two million people will lose benefits nationwide, including more than 440,000 Minnesotans, on Saturday.
Forty-two million people will lose benefits nationwide, including more than 440,000 Minnesotans, on Nov. 1.
At one time, country schools were common in Minnesota. Over the decades, many were torn down as bigger schools were built — not in Otter Tail County.
Ramsey Park is so large some people call it "The Little Yellowstone of Minnesota." And it was actually a state park at one point. But in 1957, Redwood Falls acquired the land for $1 and then made a few changes.
In this edition of Finding Minnesota, John Lauritsen takes us to one of the last limestone kilns in the state.
Earlier this month, many students went back to school after summer vacation, but in the town of McGregor, Minnesota it's always the first day of school.
In the United States, there are 13 different towns named Long Beach. The one in Minnesota is the smallest, but it's found a colorful way to stand out.
It's a holiday enjoyed by many, but understood by few.
Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
Fall is known for its hues, but this season isn't typical; seeing marigolds and petunias is peculiar.
From eating lutefisk to cheering for the Vikings, Nordic culture is embedded in Minnesota.
It's a pretty polarizing food — some love it, some not so much. Cottage cheese has been hard to find recently because sales are skyrocketing.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
WCCO photojournalist Art Phillips shares some personal family photos taken by his father, Arthur Phillips Sr., in Vietnam during his time in service.
Next Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says northern areas of Minnesota could see a few snowflakes on Saturday.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
Some northern Minnesota residents could see rain drops while heading to the polls for Election Day on Tuesday afternoon, though people in central and southern areas will be dry.
Our next best chance of precip rolls along Saturday. A mix looks likely, meaning we could see our first flakes of the season, WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak reports.
Monday will be a tad breezy in the Twin Cities, with temps in the mid-50s.
Gov. Tim Walz and top public safety officials were in Mankato on Monday to break ground on a new regional law enforcement facility and crime lab. State officials said it's expected to be fully operational by early 2027.
Next Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says northern areas of Minnesota could see a few snowflakes on Saturday.
World War II Veteran Reynolds Tomter, 100 of Pigeon Falls, Wisconsin, died peacefully on Sunday night. He was one of the oldest World War II veterans in the U.S. John Lauritsen talked with one of Reynolds' close friends about the legacy he leaves behind.
It's a staple in the State of Hockey, and now, it's ready with a brand new look. Photojournalist Nick Lunemann and Mike Max show the nearly $40 million facelift to the Bloomington Ice Garden.
The man accused of masterminding the plot to execute a Minneapolis realtor in 2019 has again been found guilty by a Hennepin County jury. A judge ordered a retrial for Lyndon Wiggins, 40, because of an issue with jury instructions.