Lessons from the Jorge Polanco Trade
The Minnesota Twins' trade of Jorge Polanco to the Seattle Mariners before the 2024 season may provide a blueprint for the team's upcoming offseason.
Financial Constraints
The Twins are facing a familiar financial situation heading into the 2026 season, with ownership-related payroll issues.
- The front office may need to get creative to improve the roster without raising payroll.
- The Jorge Polanco trade could serve as a model for the team's financial direction and operational strategy.
The trade was a signal about the organization's financial direction and how the front office would be forced to operate in the coming years.
As the team enters another uncertain offseason, the Polanco trade may once again provide guidance on what is to come.
Author's summary: Twins' offseason strategy may be shaped by past trades.