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Betsy Helfand
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Pioneer Press
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PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Much of the attention since the Twins non-tendered Eddie Rosario has been on top prospect Alex Kirilloff — and rightfully so. When the 23-year-old Kirilloff, one of the game’…
... before Kirilloff is anointed the team’s everyday left fielder, Jake Cave and Brent Rooker, both of whom started and contributed in the Twins’ 6-5 six-inning exhibitio ...
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Associated Press
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Tampa Bay Times
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Rays notes | After zipping through a 10-pitch first inning, he allowed three walks and didn’t finish his second.
... s. But he gave up a homer to open the second inning, on a 98 mph fastball to Brent Rooker. He followed that with two strikeouts but then allowed a walk, a single, a w ...
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Jeff Wheeler \u2022 jeff.wheeler@startribune.com
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Star Tribune
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Rooker had his first at-bat since suffering a broken forearm last September.
... PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. – Brent Rooker homered on his first at-bat since suffering a broken forearm last September, ...
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Dylan McGlynn
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Fansided: Puckett's Pond
2h
The Minnesota Twins are now just a month away from Opening Day, and with Spring Training games starting yesterday, and just like one of my fellow contribut...
... ee himself in a starting role at the beginning of the year if the Twins feel Brent Rooker isn’t ready and Kirilloff needs to be kept down. I also think that Rooker is ...
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Jake Gordon
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Sports Talk ATL
5h
Braves: Where does Atlanta’s lineup rank in the top ten after free agency? Braves Free agency is pretty much all but wrapped up, and I'm sure the national media will continue to discount the juggernaut offense that Atlanta has built. lineup rankings,
... think Alex Kirilloff is going to be an MVP candidate in short order. I like Brent Rooker’s potential as well. Byron Buxton has to keep being 2020 Byron Buxton, but t ...
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SweetSpot: Twins Daily
28 Feb
The Twins may have a good problem on their hands as their farm system begins to mature. As more and more players reach the Major Leagues, it’s one slugger in particular that may struggle to cement themselves into a regular role.
... worldly splits against left handers in his minor league career. Make a Trade Brent Rooker’s trade value may be at a low point following injury in 2020 and being a slu ...
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SweetSpot: Twins Daily
27 Feb
The St. Paul Saints are gearing up for their first season as the Triple-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. Who will we see across the river?
... lick posted a 1.072 OPS against Triple-A lefties in 2019. He’ll compete with Brent Rooker as a right-handed option off the bench for the Twins. ALEX KIRILLOFF Kirillo ...
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SweetSpot: Twins Daily
26 Feb
What did we learn while updating our annual Twins top prospect rankings after a year that offered no minor-league games, and very little new information to influence our analysis? Maybe more than you'd expect. Find the new list and some key...
... F: Quality left-handed corner bat. The MN native is poised to move fast. 12. Brent Rooker, OF: Brings tons of power and strikeouts from the right side. Ready for bigs ...
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for Thu, Feb 25
by:
Do-Hyoung Park
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MLB: Twins
26 Feb
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- When Byron Buxton was unable to start Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Astros last season, the Twins could have plugged in fourth outfielder Jake Cave, as they had throughout the season. They didn't do...
... well as a fourth outfielder -- and occasional regular -- for three seasons. Brent Rooker showcased his advanced right-handed bat that helped him rise quickly through ...
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Dave Campbell - The Associated Press
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Toronto Star
26 Feb
MINNEAPOLIS - Alex Kirilloff has never played in a regular season major league game.
... eemed ready by the front office. The Twins also have well-regarded prospects Brent Rooker and Trevor Larnach in the mix in camp, plus non-roster invites Keon Broxton ...
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DAVE CAMPBELL AP Sports Writer
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Wisconsin State Journal
25 Feb
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Alex Kirilloff has never played in a regular season major league game. He's on track to soon become Minnesota's regular left fielder. “We know what he’s capable of....
... eemed ready by the front office. The Twins also have well-regarded prospects Brent Rooker and Trevor Larnach in the mix in camp, plus non-roster invites Keon Broxton ...
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DAVE CAMPBELL
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The Washington Times
25 Feb
Alex Kirilloff has never played in a regular season major league game.
... eemed ready by the front office. The Twins also have well-regarded prospects Brent Rooker and Trevor Larnach in the mix in camp, plus non-roster invites Keon Broxton ...
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AP
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USA Today
25 Feb
Alex Kirilloff has never played in a regular season major league game
... eemed ready by the front office. The Twins also have well-regarded prospects Brent Rooker and Trevor Larnach in the mix in camp, plus non-roster invites Keon Broxton ...
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Jonathan Tully
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The Ledger
25 Feb
Breaking down 2021 Spring Training for the Red Sox, Twins, Rays, Tigers, Braves, Pirates, Orioles, Phillies, Blue Jays and Yankees.
... or-league fold? Will they bring him in now, or wait and use Jake Cave and/or Brent Rooker? The Twins head to JetBlue Park on Sunday, Feb. 28 to take on the Boston Red ...