Twins fire pitching coaches after disappointing season performance

The Minnesota Twins dismissed pitching coach Pete Maki and assistant pitching coach Luis Ramirez on September 28, 2026. This move follows the team's failure to reach the playoffs for the third consecutive year and fifth time in six years. Maki, who led the staff for nine seasons, and Ramirez, with 20 years in the organization, were let go amid struggles, as the Twins finished the season with a 4.56 ERA, ranking 25th in MLB. The firings come as the organization faces criticism for trading key bullpen arms and dealing with significant injuries to starting pitchers. The Twins plan to retain the rest of manager Derek Shelton's coaching staff for the upcoming season.

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