The Minnesota Twins are going up for sale, as announced by the Pohlad family, who have owned the team since 1984. They shared this big decision through a statement on Thursday.
In their heartfelt message, Joe Pohlad expressed how deeply connected the family is to the Twins. “For the past 40 seasons, the Minnesota Twins have been part of our family’s heart and soul,” he said. The team has become an important part of their lives and community. After many months of thinking it over, they decided this summer to explore selling the team. They want to be open with everyone involved because they believe that in many ways, this team belongs to all its fans.
The Pohlads hope to find new owners who will care for the Twins just as much as they do. “After four decades of commitment, passion, and countless memories,” Joe Pohlad continued, “we are looking toward the future with care and intention.”
Header Text: A Legacy of Wins
During their ownership, the Twins celebrated World Series victories in both 1987 and 1991. Over time, they made it to ten more playoff seasons. However, last season wasn’t as successful; finishing fourth in AL Central with an 82-80 record meant missing out on playoffs.
Fans might feel a mix of sadness and hope about this news.
Since moving from Washington D.C., where they were known as the Senators until relocating under Calvin Griffith’s lead back in ’61 – Minnesota has been home sweet home for these beloved ballplayers! Carl Pohlad bought them later on at $43.5 million alongside another minority owner then too!
Now valued at around $1.46 billion according to Forbes estimates (wow!), what do you think about all these changes?
