Floyd Leads Jays Over Twins, 9-3
Gavin Floyd pitched three strong innings and prospect Darrell Ceciliani hit a long grand slam, leading the Toronto Blue Jays past a Minnesota Twins split squad 9-3 on Tuesday.
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Gavin Floyd pitched three strong innings and prospect Darrell Ceciliani hit a long grand slam, leading the Toronto Blue Jays past a Minnesota Twins split squad 9-3 on Tuesday.
Phil Hughes pitched perfect three innings as the Minnesota Twins beat the winless Baltimore Orioles 3-0 on Monday. In Hughes' two starts, he's allowed just one hit in five scoreless innings.
Korean slugger Byung Ho Park hit a grand slam for his first spring training homer, helping the Minnesota Twins beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 on Sunday.
Brian Dozier hit a leadoff drive in the first for his first spring homer, and the Minnesota Twins collected 16 hits in a 13-2 victory over a split-squad of Baltimore Orioles on Saturday.
Left-hander Francisco Liriano breezed through his two innings of work on Friday as the Pittsburgh Pirates and Minnesota Twins played to a 2-2 tie after nine innings.
Rick Porcello gave up a run over two innings in his first start after the worst season of his career, and the Boston Red Sox held off the Minnesota Twins 6-5 on Thursday night.
One of the big questions every year is how is Joe Mauer doing? It's especially important this year as he continues recovery from a concussion that forced him to stop playing the position he loved, the one he knew best, catcher.
South Korean slugger Byung Ho Park struck out three times in his exhibition debut, Phil Hughes breezed through two scoreless innings and the Minnesota Twins beat the Boston Red Sox 7-4 on Wednesday in the teams' Grapefruit League opener.
The Minnesota Twins were nearly a playoff team last year. Having Ervin Santana for a full season might have given them enough to be a wild card team.
It's not just players and fans who are excited to be there. WCCO's Mark Rosen is in Florida and got the chance to talk with Rod Carew, an all-time Twins great and now a Spring Training instructor with the team.
One of the big changes this year is moving Miguel Sano, the slugger, to the outfield. It was done to make room for Byung Ho Park as a designated hitter.
The Minnesota Twins are back in action down in sunny Ft. Myers, Fla. Twins pitchers and catchers have been at it for nearly a week, but the team held its first full-squad workout on Sunday.
The Twins, coming off an 83-79 season in Paul Molitor's first season as manager, open the 2016 regular season at Baltimore on Monday, April 4. A lot can happen between now and then, but here are seven things to keep an eye on in Spring Training.
The Minnesota Twins already have something to be thankful for at spring training: The pitching staff is relatively healthy. Minnesota had several pitchers see their seasons short-circuited by injuries last season.
Get your baseball glove ready and pull out your favorite team's gear, because spring training in Arizona is almost here.
Rod Carew is about four months removed from a massive heart attack that nearly killed him. The 70-year-old Hall of Fame infielder has to carry a battery-powered device with him everywhere he goes to keep his heart on track.
The Twins will have three new guest instructors at spring training, former players Rick Aguilera, LaTroy Hawkins and Torii Hunter. General manager Terry Ryan said Friday that Hawkins will arrive when camp opens Feb. 21, Hunter will start Feb. 26.
The Minnesota Twins have been waiting patiently for RHP Kyle Gibson to turn a corner. With 17 straight scoreless innings, some are saying he might be there.
The Minnesota Twins have added right-hander Blaine Boyer to their 40-man roster, saving a spot for him in their bullpen for the regular season. The move was made Monday, before the Twins played the Boston Red Sox in an exhibition game.
Paul Molitor was hired as Minnesota's new manager, bringing Hall of Fame membership and renowned intelligence and intuition to a team seeking a fresh start.
Hall of Fame players Paul Molitor and Ryne Sandberg are managing against each other, making the spring training game between the Minnesota Twins and Philadelphia Phillies a unique matchup.
David Buchanan allowed two hits in five innings, Cody Asche hit a two-run homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0 Monday. Expected to be the Phillies' No. 4 starter, Buchanan struck out three and walked nine.
Steven Souza hit his second home run and Nathan Karns took another step toward a spot in Tampa Bay's starting rotation, helping the Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 4-2 Thursday.
Ubaldo Jimenez has his best outing of spring training, allowing two runs and five hits over four innings Wednesday as the Baltimore Orioles beat a Minnesota Twins' split squad 3-2.
Matt Wieters returned to catching exactly six months after Tommy John surgery and played six innings in the Baltimore Orioles' 10-9 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday.
A 19-year-old man is charged with second-degree intentional murder after a boy died in a shooting at a Burnsville, Minnesota, apartment complex last month, according to court documents.
Police in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, are asking for the public's help to find 17-year-old Tavian Jovan Williams, who went missing on Monday.
A federal lawsuit filed on Monday alleges the video game "Assassin's Creed Valhalla" triggered psychosis in a man at a Minnesota mental health facility who then fatally attacked a Minnesota National Guard veteran, according to court records.
Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam.
The Trump administration filed a lawsuit Monday alleging Minnesota violates Title IX by allowing transgender girls to compete in girls sports, putting billions in federal funding at risk.
A 19-year-old man is charged with second-degree intentional murder after a boy died in a shooting at a Burnsville, Minnesota, apartment complex last month, according to court documents.
Police in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, are asking for the public's help to find 17-year-old Tavian Jovan Williams, who went missing on Monday.
The hunger strike starts on April 10 and is organized by the Zero Burn Coalition.
The Minneapolis Fire Department says one person died in a fire in the city's Seward neighborhood early Saturday afternoon.
Organizers of the rally believe it is the largest in the state's history, estimating over 200,000 attendees. However, the Minnesota State Patrol puts the estimate closer to over 100,000.
A federal lawsuit filed on Monday alleges the video game "Assassin's Creed Valhalla" triggered psychosis in a man at a Minnesota mental health facility who then fatally attacked a Minnesota National Guard veteran, according to court records.
Authorities in northern Minnesota believe alcohol was a factor in a head-on car crash Sunday evening that left two adults dead and two children injured.
A train derailment involving over 40 railcars in Roseau County, Minnesota, on Saturday morning has prompted evacuations, according to the sheriff's office.
Cass Lake, Minnesota, officials are investigating after a fire damaged a business on Thursday night.
Saturday will start cool but will warm up throughout the day with the high temperatures hitting in the low to mid 50s.
Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
A Wisconsin legislator has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct in connection with a bitter feud with her caucus over resolutions honoring Hispanics.
As the war in Iran evolves, National Guardsmen from Wisconsin are being recognized for what they are doing in the Middle East.
It's the season for booking those spring break getaways, and if you're looking to skip the airport this year, take a page out of the Condé Nast Traveler.
Mackenzie Reed, head custodian at Shakopee East Middle School, has painted large-scale murals throughout the building she once attended as a student, creating a more welcoming space for current students.
Kristi comes to the Salvation Army not only to get food, but to shine her light. She talks with and encourages people waiting in line.
The way Mary Hernandez describes it, the effort to keep families off the street in Shakopee, Minnesota, is like trying to keep your head above water.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections says 95% of all incarcerated individuals will eventually be released from prison. The DOC says it does all it can to help people transition back into the community as productive citizens.
The Trump administration filed a lawsuit Monday alleging Minnesota violates Title IX by allowing transgender girls to compete in girls sports, putting billions in federal funding at risk.
The shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is set to stretch on after House Republicans rejected a Senate-passed solution to the standoff late last week.
Some relief could be on the way for TSA officers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
President Trump says he plans to end the war in Iran quickly. But there are mixed messages, as signs point to possible deeper U.S. involvement.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Minnesota lawmakers and grocery store workers are joining forces to push for legislation to tackle surveillance pricing.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says more than 3,200 officers with the Transportation Safety Administration missed work on Monday. More than 450 have quit altogether since the government shutdown began.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
If you have a newer car, you may be in for some sticker shock when you renew your Minnesota license tabs. That's because the formula for calculating license tab fees has changed because of a 2023 bill.
A 19-year-old man is charged with second-degree intentional murder after a boy died in a shooting at a Burnsville, Minnesota, apartment complex last month, according to court documents.
A federal lawsuit filed on Monday alleges the video game "Assassin's Creed Valhalla" triggered psychosis in a man at a Minnesota mental health facility who then fatally attacked a Minnesota National Guard veteran, according to court records.
Loved ones of a 22-year-old University of St. Thomas student killed in a hit-and-run crash in Minneapolis on Sunday said she was known for her kindness, faith and deep love for her family.
The truck, transporting 413,793 KitKat bars, was stolen during transit in Europe, Nestle said.
A Bloomington, Minnesota, man accused of giving a 15-year-old girl alcohol and having sex with her after meeting her on Snapchat is charged with two counts of criminal sexual conduct, court records filed Wednesday said.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, 61, died March 5 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer, the Minnetonka Fire Department announced.
Sacramento-based Sutter Health announced plans to acquire Minneapolis-based Allina Health, promising a $2 billion investment in Minnesota and Wisconsin, but healthcare unions say workers weren't consulted.
Hennepin County lawmakers plan to urge state legislators Wednesday morning to save Hennepin Healthcare, the state's busiest Level 1 trauma center, which officials say could close this year without immediate action.
Hennepin County lawmakers plan to urge state legislators Wednesday morning to save Hennepin Healthcare, the state's busiest Level 1 trauma center, which officials say could close this year without immediate action.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Three of the most iconic '90s music groups are joining forces at this year's Minnesota State Fair.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
Spring break does not have to mean big travel plans or big spending for families who head to the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, where a new exhibit invites children to climb, crawl and create as part of the art experience.
Comedian Bert Kreischer is without a tour bus after his caught fire in Minnesota.
The Trump administration filed a lawsuit Monday alleging Minnesota violates Title IX by allowing transgender girls to compete in girls sports, putting billions in federal funding at risk.
J Robinson, who coached the University of Minnesota wrestlers for 30 years and led them to great success, has died, the program announced Sunday.
Minnesota manager Derek Shelton got himself ejected in the ninth inning against Baltimore over a pitch review.
Joey Browner, a three-time All-Pro defensive back who played nine of his 10 NFL seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, has died.
Sophie Shirley scored two goals to make a winner of Boston rookie goaltender Amanda Thiele in her PWHL debut, and the Fleet beat the Minnesota Frost 4-2 to clinch a spot in the postseason.
One of the most heated issues remains immigration, where Craig has walked back her support for the Laken Riley Act.
With the DFL nominating convention just eight weeks away, polls that have come out show Peggy Flanagan in the lead for U.S. Senate over Angie Craig.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
A DFL senator argues that President Donald Trump's decision to allow prediction market sites in all 50 states means Minnesota should regulate sports betting rather than leave it uncontrolled.
Young mothers working as Minnesota state senators are trying to change a system that was never designed to include them, saying their workplace is not allowing them time and space to breastfeed their infants.
Opening Day for the Minnesota Twins is almost here. And across town, the St. Paul Saints are getting ready for their season, too, with some added history.
The Nuss Collection is home to a lot of vintage trucks.
Denis Doyle was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He emigrated to the U.S. and in 1856, Doyle traveled to Le Sueur County. Other Irish immigrants joined Doyle and the town was born.
One of the oldest operating theaters in the Midwest is in danger of closing its doors for good.
In St. Louis Park, Minnesota, there's a place where you can find radio and television technology that's nearly a century old — and it still works.
The produce section at grocery stores is packed with nutrient-dense foods. Certain fruits and vegetables, in particular, are packed with fiber, and a new diet trend has people "maxxing" out on it.
Minnesota's recent swing from heavy snow to record heat is a recipe for rocky roads.
Heavy snow followed by bitter cold hit Minnesotans with a double whammy of winter. The good news is spring-like weather is right around the corner, but its quick arrival could spell trouble for homeowners.
Minnesota lakes remain frozen. The people walking on trails around them remain bundled up. After a warm start to March, the seasonal shift is sputtering as it often tends to do.
Drivers are bracing themselves for higher prices when they pull up to gas stations. But the pump isn't the only place you can expect to pay more in the weeks ahead.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
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.
Monday will be the last warm day for a stretch, as there's even some snow in the forecast.
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.
A few showers and isolated thunderstorms will develop later Monday, mainly south of the metro. Cooler air arrives by Tuesday, WCCO meteorologist Joseph Dames reports.
Highs will reach the 70s in the Twin Cities, with some spots to the south pushing even warmer.
Monday will be exceptionally warm for late March in Minnesota, but cooler air and rain are not far off.
Monday will be the last warm day for a stretch, as there's even some snow in the forecast.
J Robinson, who led the university’s coaching team for 30 years, has died.
Union leaders say they’ve received text messages saying paychecks could arrive as soon as Monday.
Burt Joseph, with Burch's on the Lake, shares a preview of the Easter holiday menu.
Mitch Thompson, with the Minnesota Music Archive, shares the story of how the collection came to be.