Minnesota Twins fans face a scare as Pablo Lopez exits the first full squad workout with elbow soreness—should the fan base panic? C.J. Baumgartner examines why it's not time to write off the Twins ace just yet, weighing best-case and worst-case scenarios as the team awaits MRI results. Can the rotation survive without its anchor, or will Lopez’s health dictate the team's 2026 playoff hopes? The spotlight also shines on new head of ownership Tom Pohlad, whose bold remarks and visible presence spark debate about meaningful change in Minnesota. C.J. Baumgartner assesses Pohlad’s strategy, fan skepticism, and what “talk is cheap” really means for payroll, team culture, and the future. Plus, get an inside look at the Twins’ left field depth chart—featuring Trevor Larnach, Austin Martin, and rising stars—raising the question: which outfielder will finally make left field a Twins strength? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-twins/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ 00:00 — Pablo López Injury Update C.J. Baumgartner opens the show discussing Pablo López leaving spring training due to elbow soreness. Analyzes his recent injury history, the team's cautious approach, social media panic, and why fans shouldn't jump to conclusions before getting MRI results. 13:59 — Tom Pohlad Ownership Remarks C.J. Baumgartner breaks down Tom Pohlad’s first major public comments as new head of Twins ownership. Compares his messaging to the Polad family’s past, discusses payroll, fan trust, offseason moves, public skepticism, and how only winning will truly change perceptions. 28:49 — Left Field Depth Chart Preview C.J. Baumgartner previews the wide-open competition for left field. Analyzes the main contenders (Larnach, Martin, Kieschall, Clemens, prospects, etc.), platoon possibilities, and how this position could see prospects like Walker Jenkins emerge as the future solution. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Use your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #minnesotatwins #MLB #Twins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
