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Twins notes: Harrison Bader ‘looking forward’ to playing left field
Plus an injury update on top prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez, and Royce Lewis clarifies a viral comment about slumps.
Twins plan to give Harrison Bader, a Gold Glove winner in center field, work in left
He doesn’t exactly need to ask directions to find the place. But Harrison Bader hasn’t done more than jog through left field since before Rocco Baldelli became Twins manager. Baldelli wants Bader to reacquaint himself with it.
Harrison Bader is embracing being the new guy in the Twins locker room
Bader does bring a solid bat that should certainly help the Twins offensively. And he’s willing to play wherever the team needs him to win. That’s the kind of attitude you need when you’re the new guy. Copyright 2025 Dakota News Now. All rights reserved.
Is Harrison Bader Precisely the Wrong Player for the Twins Right Now?
Alternatives to Bader There were other free agents with more offense-focused skill sets from the right side of the plate whom the Twins could have targeted. Austin Hays, Ramón Laureano, and Randal Grichuk signed for less than Bader and are true lefty mashers. But the Twins opted to go with the defensive profile, despite almost no offensive upside.
Harrison Bader’s Main Role with Minnesota Twins Revealed
Moving Harrison Bader to left gives the Twins a more consistent glove in the outfield, and gets one of the best defenders in the MLB on the field. Since debuting eight years ago, Bader’s 76 Outs Above Average are more than every active outfielder, and his 50 DRS is more than only four. One of those four happens to be Buxton.
Twins to give Harrison Bader 'significant' playing time in left field
Harrison Bader has covered all three outfield positions in his career, but the vast majority of his playing time has come in center field. That shouldn’t come as any surprise.
New Twins outfielder Harrison Bader open to moving around outfield
FORT MYERS, Fla. — From the moment he made his highly-anticipated debut, Byron Buxton has been cementing himself as a fan favorite around Twins Territory. It’s no surprise; he’s a dynamic athlete with the ability to make highlight reel catches at any moment, dazzle with speed and flash the power.
Former Gators OF Harrison Bader signs free agent contract with Minnesota Twins
Former Florida baseball outfielder Harrison Bader has signed with the Minnesota Twins on a one-year deal with a mutual option for 2026, per sources.
Outfielder Harrison Bader could earn $7.75 million if he plays regularly with Twins
Harrison Bader’s earnings with the Minnesota Twins could increase by $1.5 million to $7.75 million if the former Gold Glove center fielder plays regularly this season
Twins' Harrison Bader: Will see significant run in LF
Bader's best asset is his defense in center field, which is where each of his last 651 appearances have come. However, as long as he's healthy, Byron Buxton is slated to handle the bulk of the playing time in center field. Trevor Larnach is projected to start in left field against right-handers, but he could yield to Bader regularly versus lefties.
Twins Sign Harrison Bader
Bader seems likely to fill the role that Manuel Margot had in 2024. Margot appeared in 129 games for the Twins last year, though he was only in the starting lineup for 70. He spent a bit of time in all three outfield positions,
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Minnesota Twins will try moving Harrison Bader to left field
The Minnesota Twins will try some position movements during Spring Training. Center fielder Harrison Bader will try to work ...
Twins major leaguers getting first experience with pitch challenge system
The system, which has been in use in the minor leagues for years, could potentially be implemented in the majors as soon as ...
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Twins hitters get fired up as they practice challenging ball and strike calls
Harrison Bader watched a called third strike during a live batting ... On the next pitch, Bader bashed a cutter from ...
Twins mailbag: Sudden spending, Lee’s job search, France vs. Miranda, changes for Varland
Plus a front office blind spot, Chris Paddack's workload, Cory Lewis' knuckleball and how fast Walker Jenkins can move.