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<item><title><![CDATA[Hughes out 3-4 weeks with shoulder sprain]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120208&amp;content_id=26610314&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:56:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120208&amp;content_id=26610314&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Hughes out 3-4 weeks with shoulder sprain]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins infielder Luke Hughes has a sprained right shoulder and will be shut down for 3-4 weeks, according to a report by Joe Christensen of the Minneapolis Star Tribune.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Twins&#39; top pick completes intense program]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120210&amp;content_id=26646102&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:45:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120210&amp;content_id=26646102&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Twins&#39; top pick completes intense program]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Levi Michael knows he has some ground to make up after being held out of Minor League action last year because of injuries.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Twins claim Mastroianni, designate Vasquez]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120209&amp;content_id=26632710&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:11:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120209&amp;content_id=26632710&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Twins claim Mastroianni, designate Vasquez]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Twins claimed outfielder Darin Mastroianni off waivers from the Blue Jays, the club announced Thursday. To make room for Mastroianni on the 40-man roster, Minnesota also designated right-handed reliever Esmerling Vasquez for assignment.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Twins organization preview, Top 20 Prospects]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120208&amp;content_id=26611140&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120208&amp;content_id=26611140&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Twins organization preview, Top 20 Prospects]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Injuries and missed playing time for the Twins in 2011 led to a farm system in a state of flux as a number of prospects were pushed into service, disrupting player development plans and timelines.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Jon Star</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Inbox: How will lineup look on Opening Day?]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120206&amp;content_id=26587474&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:30:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120206&amp;content_id=26587474&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Inbox: How will lineup look on Opening Day?]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins beat reporter Rhett Bollinger tackles fans&#39; questions about the Opening Day lineup, the club&#39;s biggest obstacle and whether third baseman Danny Valencia is expendable.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Diamond hopes routine leads to a spot]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120202&amp;content_id=26550816&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120202&amp;content_id=26550816&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Diamond hopes routine leads to a spot]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins lefty Scott Diamond is one of the rare pitchers who has been throwing almost all offseason, as most don&#39;t begin their throwing programs until December or January. With just one spot open in Minnesota&#39;s bullpen, Diamond says he&#39;s ready to compete.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Carroll offers Twins stability late in his career]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120201&amp;content_id=26538982&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:25:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120201&amp;content_id=26538982&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Carroll offers Twins stability late in his career]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Jamey Carroll, who turns 38 on Feb. 18, is seemingly getting better with age, as he&#39;s coming off two of the most productive years of his career.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Inbox: DH rotation offers some flexibility ]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120130&amp;content_id=26508058&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:32:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120130&amp;content_id=26508058&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Inbox: DH rotation offers some flexibility ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins beat reporter Rhett Bollinger tackles fans&#39; questions about the lineup&#39;s DH spot, the team&#39;s declining payroll and Denard Span&#39;s future with the club.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Another successful TwinsFest comes to a close]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120129&amp;content_id=26505306&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120129&amp;content_id=26505306&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Another successful TwinsFest comes to a close]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[TwinsFest 2012 concluded successfully on Sunday, after an estimated 30,000 fans attended the event over three days at the Metrodome.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Winter ball helps Casilla get back on track]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26498984&amp;notebook_id=26498994&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:49:03 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26498984&amp;notebook_id=26498994&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Winter ball helps Casilla get back on track]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[After impressing in the Dominican Winter League, Twins second baseman Alexi Casilla arrived at TwinsFest feeling great.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Carroll excited, impressed by TwinsFest]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26498984&amp;notebook_id=26498990&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:49:02 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26498984&amp;notebook_id=26498990&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Carroll excited, impressed by TwinsFest]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Jamey Carroll, who was signed by the Twins early in the offseason to be the club&#39;s starting shortstop, said he couldn&#39;t help but be impressed by TwinsFest.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Willingham ready for challenge in right field]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26498984&amp;notebook_id=26498992&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:49:02 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26498984&amp;notebook_id=26498992&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Willingham ready for challenge in right field]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said he expects Josh Willingham to be the team&#39;s starting right fielder next season, even though Willingham has only started 33 games there over his eight-year career.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Mauer declares himself healthy, rarin&#39; to go]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26497906&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:10:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120128&amp;content_id=26497906&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Mauer declares himself healthy, rarin&#39; to go]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[After dealing with a range of injuries and illnesses that plagued him during the 2011 season, Twins catcher Joe Mauer said Saturday that he&#39;s fully healthy.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[On the mend, Morneau starts baseball activities]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26495418&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:48:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26495418&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[On the mend, Morneau starts baseball activities]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Justin Morneau, who played in just 69 games last season because of various injuries, said Friday that he&#39;s optimistic he&#39;ll be healthy and ready to go once Spring Training starts next month.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Blackburn, Baker plan to hit ground running]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26494932&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:13:35 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26494932&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Blackburn, Baker plan to hit ground running]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins right-handers Nick Blackburn and Scott Baker said during TwinsFest that they&#39;re both healthy and on track to be ready to go once pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training on Feb. 18.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Span eager to spring back into action]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26491412&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:46:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26491412&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Span eager to spring back into action]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[As he continues to overcome the lingering effects of the concussion he suffered last season, Twins center fielder Denard Span is solely focused on helping the Twins bounce back in 2012.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Statue honoring Hrbek to be unveiled in 2012]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26490490&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:25:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26490490&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Statue honoring Hrbek to be unveiled in 2012]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins president Dave St. Peter made a slew of announcements during a media luncheon on Friday, including the decision to honor Kent Hrbek with a statue outside of Gate 14 at Target Field.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Pascual elected to Twins Hall of Fame]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26490452&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:25:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26490452&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Pascual elected to Twins Hall of Fame]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Former Twins right-hander Camilo Pascual was elected as the lone inductee into the Twins Hall of Fame this year, club president Dave St. Peter announced on Friday.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Gardenhire: Pavano is Opening Day starter]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26490342&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:25:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26490562&amp;notebook_id=26490342&amp;vkey=notebook_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Gardenhire: Pavano is Opening Day starter]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Twins manager Ron Gardenhire confirmed on Friday that veteran right-hander Carl Pavano is slated to be the club&#39;s Opening Day starter on April 6, when the Twins play the Orioles at Camden Yards.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Twins to retire Kelly&#39;s No. 10 this season]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26485234&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:10:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120127&amp;content_id=26485234&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Twins to retire Kelly&#39;s No. 10 this season]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Twins announced Thursday that they will honor two-time World Series championship manager Tom Kelly by retiring his uniform No. 10 during a pregame celebration as part of Tom Kelly Day, when the Twins host the Indians on Sept. 8.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Sano, Hicks among game&#39;s Top 100 prospects]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120125&amp;content_id=26460518&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:00:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120125&amp;content_id=26460518&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Sano, Hicks among game&#39;s Top 100 prospects]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Twins have long prided themselves on producing successful big leaguers through their farm system, and two of their top prospects could be well on their way. Infielder Miguel Sano (23) and outfielder Aaron Hicks (72) were named to MLB.com&#39;s Top 100 Prospects list for 2012 on Wednesday.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Prince helps AL Central&#39;s rich get richer]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120124&amp;content_id=26457384&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:30:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120124&amp;content_id=26457384&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Prince helps AL Central&#39;s rich get richer]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[No division was won by a greater margin last season than the American League Central, and its defending champions did their best to position themselves for another runaway on Tuesday by luring Prince Fielder.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Evan Drellich</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Inbox: Who will complete Twins&#39; roster?]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120124&amp;content_id=26451172&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:15:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120124&amp;content_id=26451172&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Inbox: Who will complete Twins&#39; roster?]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[In the latest Twins Inbox, beat reporter Rhett Bollinger answers fans&#39; questions on the final roster pieces heading into Spring Training, the status of Justin Morneau and what can be expected of the club&#39;s starting rotation in 2012.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Target Field usher to compete on &#39;Baseball IQ&#39;]]></title><link>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120123&amp;content_id=26438898&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:38:00 -0500</pubDate><guid>http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120123&amp;content_id=26438898&amp;vkey=news_min&amp;c_id=min&amp;partnerId=rss_min</guid><description><![CDATA[Target Field usher to compete on &#39;Baseball IQ&#39;]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Craig Nordquist, who has worked in guest services with the Twins since 2008, is scheduled to represent the organization on MLB Network&#39;s new game show, &quot;Baseball IQ,&quot; which premieres at 8 p.m. CT on Tuesday.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Rhett Bollinger</dc:creator>
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