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Twins Sale Stalls: Buyer Focuses on White Sox Investment

7/16/2025

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Commissioner Rob Manfred is optimistic about the Minnesota Twins' sale, initiated last October by the Pohlad family, who are asking for $1.7 billion despite the team's $425 million debt. However, negotiations have stalled as potential buyer Justin Ishbia prioritizes boosting his investment in the Chicago White Sox.

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Commissioner Rob Manfred is optimistic about the Minnesota Twins' sale, initiated last October by the Pohlad family, who are asking for $1.7 billion despite the team's $425 million debt. However, negotiations have stalled as potential buyer Justin Ishbia prioritizes boosting his investment in the Chicago White Sox.