"Angry Twins Fans: A Wake-Up Call for Pohlad"
Tom Pohlad, the newly appointed executive chair of the Minnesota Twins, has faced an immediate barrage of criticism from fans. Since his appointment as Joe Pohlad's successor, Pohlad has received a flood of voicemails and messages, with many of them expressing anger and skepticism towards the team's recent performance.
The criticism stems from the Twins' lackluster postseason runs in recent years, including their 18-game skid in 2023, which remains the longest in major league history. The team's decision to ship out 11 veterans in mid-season last year also left fans reeling. Pohlad's decision to call all 50 season-ticket holders who hadn't renewed for the 2026 season was seen as a desperate attempt to placate disgruntled fans.
However, Pohlad is undeterred and has taken steps to address the team's woes. He has held meetings with veteran players like Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan, and Pablo Lopez to discuss their concerns and work towards rebuilding the team. The new manager, Derek Shelton, inherits a strong rotation but faces the challenge of retooling the team's young position players.
Pohlad acknowledges that the team made mistakes in the past, including mismanaging the roster after winning a playoff series in 2002. He admits to "tripping over ourselves" and not communicating effectively with fans about the team's strategy. However, he is committed to building a sustainable team and promises to make changes that will benefit the franchise in the long run.
As Pohlad navigates this challenging period, he faces an uphill battle to regain the trust of fans. The question on everyone's mind is: what's next for the Twins? Will Pohlad's leadership and strategic decisions lead to success, or will the team continue to struggle? Only time will tell.
Tom Pohlad, the newly appointed executive chair of the Minnesota Twins, has faced an immediate barrage of criticism from fans. Since his appointment as Joe Pohlad's successor, Pohlad has received a flood of voicemails and messages, with many of them expressing anger and skepticism towards the team's recent performance.
The criticism stems from the Twins' lackluster postseason runs in recent years, including their 18-game skid in 2023, which remains the longest in major league history. The team's decision to ship out 11 veterans in mid-season last year also left fans reeling. Pohlad's decision to call all 50 season-ticket holders who hadn't renewed for the 2026 season was seen as a desperate attempt to placate disgruntled fans.
However, Pohlad is undeterred and has taken steps to address the team's woes. He has held meetings with veteran players like Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan, and Pablo Lopez to discuss their concerns and work towards rebuilding the team. The new manager, Derek Shelton, inherits a strong rotation but faces the challenge of retooling the team's young position players.
Pohlad acknowledges that the team made mistakes in the past, including mismanaging the roster after winning a playoff series in 2002. He admits to "tripping over ourselves" and not communicating effectively with fans about the team's strategy. However, he is committed to building a sustainable team and promises to make changes that will benefit the franchise in the long run.
As Pohlad navigates this challenging period, he faces an uphill battle to regain the trust of fans. The question on everyone's mind is: what's next for the Twins? Will Pohlad's leadership and strategic decisions lead to success, or will the team continue to struggle? Only time will tell.
i feel for Pohlad tho, he's trying his best and acknowledging the mistakes, that takes balls 
what i dont get is why fans cant just give him a break? like he's not gonna fix everything overnight, but at least he's talking to the players and listening to their concerns 
we need to support our team no matter what, even when things seem bleak 
. I mean, 18-game skid is a huge letdown, but I think it's also a wake-up call for the whole organization. We've seen teams rebuild before and come back stronger. It's all about making smart moves and communicating effectively with the fans.
. Sometimes you gotta shake things up to get the momentum going again. And 50 season-ticket holders who haven't renewed? That's a bold move, but I think it shows he's not afraid to take risks 
. Now, let's see how it all plays out on the field...
I feel bad for Tom Pohlad, he's taking a hit from angry fans and it's not easy to deal with that kinda pressure. But at the same time, I'm all about him trying to make changes and rebuild the team. I mean, who hasn't messed up their way through life? 
Even Jordan Peele had to deal with haters when he was first starting out. Derek Shelton is a great manager, let's give him some space and time. Maybe Pohlad's desperation call on season-ticket holders wasn't ideal, but it shows he's willing to make tough decisions. And who knows? 
We might just see the Twins turn it around next year! The team has that talent, they just need to put it all together. It's a work in progress, and Pohlad seems like a guy who'll keep working towards that goal 
it feels like they're trying to get rid of people who are actually invested in the team. And can we talk about that infamous 18-game losing streak in 2023? Like what was going on with that? 
I'm all for change but Pohlad needs to be more transparent about his plans. Maybe he's got a hidden agenda and is just trying to drive out all the old fans so they have no one to blame when the team loses again 
. But at the same time, I get why they're upset - 18-game losing streak in 2023 was crazy 
and trading away veterans mid-season doesn't help.
. It shows he's willing to listen and make changes. And hey, being honest about mistakes and "tripping over ourselves" takes guts 
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. They've got a strong rotation, so that's a good start 
️. We'll just have to wait and see what happens next... 
. The Twins' fans are super passionate & loyal 
, but also super critical 
. 18-game losing streak is crazy 
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. But, he should also listen to the fans' concerns 
like, what's the plan for this season? is it just gonna be more of the same or are they actually gonna make some moves? 
but until then, i'm keeping a close eye 
tho, it's gotta be tough navigatin all the drama n criticism from fans 
. I'm not saying Tom's gonna fix everything overnight, but it feels like Pohlad is just taking the same old playbook and hoping for different results.
I think Pohlad needs to chill a bit lol. 50 season-ticket holders being kicked off sounds pretty harsh, even if it is for not renewing on time. But at the same time, it's understandable why he'd want to clear out some old players who might be holding back the team. The thing is, Pohlad needs to win over fans with actual wins on the field, not just promises of change 
.
So I think Tom Pohlad has a lot of work cut out for him... his decision to call those 50 season ticket holders is pretty bold 
. I mean, the Twins have been struggling for years, it's not gonna be easy to turn that around 
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). The fans are right to be skeptical, especially after what happened last year 
. But at the same time, he can't just sit back and do nothing 
. He needs to make some tough decisions and take some calculated risks 
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. Right now it feels like everyone's just making things up as they go along 
. If he can get the fans on board with his vision, I think he might have a shot at success 
. Fans are gonna be skeptical till they see some real action on the field.
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. Just sayin'.
You know what's weird? How some ingredients can completely change the flavor of a dish. Like adding that one ingredient and suddenly it goes from bland to grand