Through The Knothole: Recent Episodes
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Through The Knothole is a podcast dedicated to the Minnesota Twins. Each week, we'll have a new guest to join host Chris Schad and talk about what's going on with the team.
The Minnesota Twins are an intriguing team this season. But what about the St. Paul Saints? With several talented players in the pipeline, we talked with Steve Linzmeier about some of the (very) early minor league storylines and the Twins' start to the season.
The Minnesota Twins are set to open the 2022 season this week! Tom Schreier of Zone Coverage joins the show to discuss the impact of Carlos Correa, the pitching staff and where the Twins stack up in the American League Central.
It wasn't the big move we were expecting but the Minnesota Twins signed Chris Archer to fill a spot in their rotation. How could this move pay off? And is there a bigger move coming?
The Minnesota Twins actually signed a top-tier free agent! How did the signing of Carlos Correa save the Twins offseason? And what could come next as the Twins appear ready to go all-in on the 2022 season.
The Minnesota Twins' lineup took another blow last week when Byron Buxton landed on the injured list with a hip strain. Our host Chris Schad (@TheRealCrishad) takes a look at what Buxton's injury means for the Twins and how it affects them moving forward.
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The Twins' slow start has many hoping for a turnaround. But how do they compare with other comeback teams in the past and is it possible that they're just a bad team?
Tom Schreier of Zone Coverage (@tschreier3) joined the show to talk about the Twins bullpen, Rocco Baldelli's managerial job and how the Twins can climb the American League Central standings with a return to normalcy.
The Minnesota Twins have struggled at the plate during the early weeks of the 2021 season. Chris Schad (@TheRealCrishad) takes a look at what could be the cause of the Twins' power outage and how they can get their swagger back.
Chris also discusses the Twins bullpen woes and looks ahead to a big week of AL Central matchups.
Twins Daily founder and co-host of Gleeman & The Geek John Bonnes (@TwinsGeek) joins Through the Knothole to discuss the Twins rocky start to the season.
Topics include:
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Should we be concerned about the slow start?
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What's wrong with the Twins bullpen?
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Which Twins hitters need to turn things around?
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How Byron Buxton has gotten off to a fast start?
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The return to Target Field
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After a brief hiatus, Through The Knothole returns to ask if the Minnesota Twins are in trouble after a slow start. Topics include:
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The Twins issues with injuries and COVID-19
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Rocco Baldelli's penchant for pulling starters early
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The struggles within the Twins bullpen
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Byron Buxton's emergence as a power hitter
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The Minnesota Twins have finalized their 2021 Opening Day roster! Chris (@TheRealCrishad) takes a look at the finished product and has some questions including...
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Can Mitch Garver rebound from a tough 2020?
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Will the Twins infield defense improve in 2021?
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Why didn't the Twins call up Alex Kirilloff?
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Is Randy Dobnak's contract extension a smart investment?
PLUS MORE!!!
With Opening Day on the horizon, Sean Tehan (@SeanTehanReality) joined Chris Schad (@TheRealCrishad) to preview the Minnesota Twins series with the Milwaukee Brewers. We also talk about some of our favorite Twins/Brewers moments and discuss their prospects for the 2021 season.
This week on Through The Knothole, we welcome Matthew Lenz (@Lenzy2108) to talk about everything going on with the Minnesota Twins including...
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Can the Twins lineup rebound after a disappointing 2020?
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Is Kenta Maeda a true ace for the Twins?
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Why have trading cards exploded during the pandemic?
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Tom Schreier (@tschreier3) of Zone Coverage is our first guest on Through The Knothole! Tom and Chris examine the Minnesota Twins expectations in 2021 and touch on a variety of topics including:
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What will the return of fans to Target Field mean to the Twins?
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Why can't the Twins win a playoff game and break "The LeCroy Line?"
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Should we get ready for the Josh Donaldson revenge tour?
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Can Alex Kirilloff be an impact prospect in 2021?
On the first episode of Through the Knothole, our host Chris Schad (@TheRealCrishad) explains why he started the podcast before discussing which players the Minnesota Twins should extend prior to the 2021 season.