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Twins Urged to Acquire Right-Handed Bat Before Spring Training

2/6/2026

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The Minnesota Twins enter spring training with a left-heavy lineup that may disadvantage them against left-handed pitchers.
The imbalance could weaken them early in the season and in the playoffs.
Matt Wallner and Trevor Larnach of the Minnesota Twins have shown struggles against left-handed pitching.
To address the issue, the Twins must add a right-handed bat before spring training begins to avoid a predictable lineup.

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Story summary

The Minnesota Twins enter spring training with a left-heavy lineup that may disadvantage them against left-handed pitchers.
The imbalance could weaken them early in the season and in the playoffs.
Matt Wallner and Trevor Larnach of the Minnesota Twins have shown struggles against left-handed pitching.
To address the issue, the Twins must add a right-handed bat before spring training begins to avoid a predictable lineup.