The twins shortstop Carlos Correa announced his departure from the team in a tearful press conference, sharing how difficult this moment has been for him. Matthews, visibly emotional, expressed his deep connection to the team, saying, “It’s such a difficult moment for me.” Having spent several years with the Twins, Matthews built strong bonds with teammates, coaches, and fans, who have all come to know him as not just a player but a dedicated member of the community.
In his statement, Matthews reflected on the journey with the Twins, expressing gratitude for the opportunities and growth he experienced there. “This team has been my home,” he said. “Leaving behind the friendships, the memories, and the shared struggles is incredibly hard.” Matthews’s journey with the team involved years of hard work, resilience, and standout performances, all of which earned him the admiration and respect of fans and colleagues alike.
Matthews’s departure marks the end of a significant era for both him and the Twins, leaving fans and teammates reflecting on his contribution to the team. He did not go into specific details about his next steps, focusing instead on his emotions and gratitude in this moment.
SAN ANTONIO – There is no timeline for a new ownership group to purchase the Twins, which the Pohlad family announced was up for sale in October, but baseball agent Scott Boras expects a new owner will bring excitement to the sport.
“The great thing about franchises, I think, is when you see them change ownership, you see someone come in that has a very refreshed view about why they bought the team,” said Boras, who represents several Twins players including Carlos Correa, Royce Lewis, Jhoan Duran, Ryan Jeffers and Chris Paddack.
Four teams — the Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets, Kansas City Royals and Miami Marlins — have been sold within the past seven years, all for more than $1 billion. The Mets dramatically increased their payroll to record levels under Steve Cohen, a hedge fund manager. The Orioles and Royals upped their spending in the past year after long rebuilds.
“I realize it’s an investment, but they understand now that I don’t want to walk around my city and have my last name changed, because I understand my last name is now ‘winner’ or ‘loser,’” Boras said. “I don’t think any ownership ever realizes
