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Twins beat writer dismisses rumors of team sale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 2:47 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Twins beat writer dismisses rumors of team sale
Summary

Dan Hayes, a beat writer for the Minnesota Twins, addressed recent speculation about the team possibly being up for sale on his podcast. The discussion was sparked by a report from Charley Walters suggesting the Pohlad family might consider selling amidst a projected increase in franchise value. However, Hayes refuted the claims, stating there is 'no validity' to the sale rumors and that discussions of new ownership appear unlikely in the near term. The report comes as the team prepares for a significant offseason, with ongoing talks about their payroll and collective bargaining agreement set to expire in December.

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By the Numbers
  • •Dan Hayes claims no validity to sale rumors of the Twins.
  • •Charley Walters suggested team value could surpass $2 billion.
  • •Pohlad family remains principal owner after exploring a sale last season.
  • •New limited partners were brought in to address $500 million debt.
  • •Discussions on ownership might continue after CBA negotiations.
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  • 2:47 AMYahoo Sports — MN Twins Beat Writer Shoots Down Team Sale Rumors
What they're saying
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A Twins beat writer weighed in on the latest Pohlad sale chatter. Here's what Dan Hayes is hearing about the future of Minnesota Twins ownership.

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