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Veteran American League Manager Fired After Epic Collapse

Veteran American League Manager Fired After Epic Collapse

Summary

The Minnesota Twins have fired their manager, Rocco Baldelli, after a disappointing 70-92 season. This decision comes after the team did not meet its goals over the past two seasons. Baldelli was hired in 2018 and led the Twins to successful seasons initially, but recent performances have fallen short.

Key Facts

  • The Minnesota Twins fired their manager, Rocco Baldelli, due to a poor season.
  • The Twins finished the 2025 season with 70 wins and 92 losses.
  • The team's record was 82-80 in 2024 and 87-75 in 2023, with some postseason success.
  • Baldelli started as the Twins' manager in 2018 and had a strong first season with 101 wins.
  • The team had a notable collapse in 2025, going from 34-27 to 40-45 in one month.
  • Baldelli is the second manager to be let go on the same day, following Bob Melvin of the San Francisco Giants.

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