The Minnesota Twins missed the playoffs after what can only be described as a monumental collapse. Despite the talent on their roster, they faltered down the stretch. Injuries piled up, and the team was stretched thin, relying heavily on younger, less experienced players. Adding to the frustration, ownership could have bolstered the roster but chose not to spend.
**Gary Sheffield Jr. Criticizes Minnesota Twins’ Ownership**
Meanwhile, the New York Yankees, with one of the most expensive rosters in baseball, have advanced to the American League Championship Series. Gary Sheffield Jr. pointed out that any owner could choose to spend like the Yankees, but many don’t. Sheffield Jr., whose father played three seasons with the Yankees and was a nine-time All-Star, is well-versed in the game. As he noted, baseball has no salary cap. The only barrier to stockpiling talent is the owners’ willingness to spend.
In the Twins’ case, the Pohlad family chose not to invest more in free agency or make impactful moves at the trade deadline. While spending isn’t everything—the Cleveland Guardians made the ALCS with a smaller payroll—the lack of investment made Minnesota’s path much tougher. With All-Star Carlos Correa already in place, supplementing the roster should have been a priority. However, ownership has indicated they don’t plan to increase spending in 2025, leaving little room to improve the current $130 million payroll. With the franchise up for sale, the Pohlad family’s interest in the team appears to be waning.
The hope now is that whoever buys the Twins will not only have the money but also a commitment to supporting and growing their investment.