Lessons from the Jorge Polanco Trade
The Minnesota Twins' trade of Jorge Polanco to the Seattle Mariners before the 2024 season may provide a blueprint for the team's upcoming offseason.
Financial Constraints
The Twins are facing a familiar financial position heading into the 2026 season, with ownership-related payroll issues.
The trade was a signal about the organization's financial direction and how the front office would be forced to operate in the coming years.
Offseason Strategies
To improve the roster without raising payroll, the Twins' front office may need to get creative again this winter.
- Operating within financial constraints
- Exploring alternative roster improvement strategies
Author's summary: Twins' offseason strategy may rely on creative roster moves.