What the Jorge Polanco Trade Can Teach Us About Minnesota Twins’ Upcoming Offseason

What the Jorge Polanco Trade Can Teach Us About Minnesota Twins’ Upcoming Offseason

To improve the roster without raising payroll, Minnesota’s front office may need to get creative again this winter.

A recent trade, such as the one involving Jorge Polanco to the Seattle Mariners before the 2024 season, can provide a blueprint for the team's financial direction and front office operations.

The Ownership Caused Payroll Problem

Heading into the 2026 season, the Twins find themselves in a familiar financial position.

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.

Author's summary: Twins may need creative offseason moves.

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Twins Daily Twins Daily — 2025-10-14