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The Minnesota Twins have a couple of players up for Major League Baseball end-of-season awards. Both Carlos Santana and Willi Castro are in play to win their first Gold Gloves.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 15

Former Seattle Mariners First Baseman Named Gold Glove Finalist

The MLB released their finalists for Gold Glove awards on Tuesday and many Seattle Mariners fans were happy to see two players represented among the nominees.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 15

Twins' Willi Castro, Carlos Santana named Gold Glove finalists

The Twins' Willi Castro and Carlos Santana were named Gold Glove Award Finalists in the American League on Tuesday. There are three finalists at ten different positions for a total of 30 in each league.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 15

Minnesota Twins Utility Player a Surprise Finalist for Somewhat New Gold Glove Award

The Minnesota Twins season ended weeks ago, but they still have some individual awards to look forward to. Carlos Santana has been named a Gold Glove finalist, and he should be considered the front-runner to take it home.

Carlos Santana News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 15

Minnesota Twins 1B Carlos Santana Keeps Gold Glove Hopes Alive

The Minnesota Twins needed a new first baseman last offseason and they targeted veteran Carlos Santana. His bat appeared to have aged early, but the glove never showed any questions.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / October 13

Does This Future Hall of Famer Fit Into Minnesota’s First Base Plans?

Carlos Santana was the Twins’ biggest free agent signing leading into last season. First base might provide the front office with an opportunity to go in a new direction for 2025.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 11

Free Agency Exodus Expected for Minnesota Twins

Even before the Pohlad family announced their intentions to sell the Minnesota Twins, this offseason seemed likely to be slow. There has been an announcement stating payroll won’t drop further, but that leaves the front office with few dollars to spend.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / October 6

Brewers Could Reunite With Former Slugger To Fill First Base Void For 2025

The Milwaukee Brewers fell short in the National League Wild Card Series against the New York Mets. They came to within two outs of advancing to the NLDS before Pete Alonso hit a go-ahead home run that proved to be the difference.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / October 1

San Francisco Giants Should Look To Pursue Veteran First Baseman This Offseason

The San Francisco Giants are coming off of a disappointing season that resulted in the firing of President of Baseball Operations, Farhan Zaidi. After giving out multiple big contracts, the team finished under .500 for the second year in a row, and will look to right the ship in 2025.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / October 1

Intro to Twins Payroll 2025: Twins Will Need to Increase Payroll (or Dump More Core Players)

Ownership’s reassurance that the Twins won’t further cut payroll in 2025 aren’t at all reassuring. Even with free agents like Max Kepler and Carlos Santana departing, Twins Daily estimates the Twins' payroll will need to increase by as much as $10 million just to keep the core of their team intact....

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 25

Twins explode for 5-run 7th to down Marlins

Carlos Santana hit a three-run double to cap a five-run seventh inning, and the Minnesota Twins pulled away for an 8-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Wednesday night in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / September 18

The Story Behind Carlos Santana’s Pink Glove

The Minnesota Twins needed a new first baseman for 2024. The prerequisites seemed to be a slugger that could bat from the left side. Instead of paying Rhys Hoskins, they gave 38-year-old Carlos Santana $5.25 million.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / September 17

Should the Twins Bring Back Carlos Santana in 2025?

Give him another one-year deal, or forget about it?

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18

Watch: Rangers' incredible rally sparks comeback vs. Twins

After the Twins took an early 4-0 lead in Sunday's matchup against the Rangers, it appeared they would coast to another victory. However, they collapsed.

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 16

Carlos Santana's three-run homer powers Twins to narrow win over Rangers

Carlos Santana hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning that lifted the Twins to another narrow victory, beating the Texas Rangers 4-3 Friday night in at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Tied 1-1 in the fifth inning, Ryan Jeffers was hit by a pitch from Rangers starter Andrew Heaney.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / June 22

Former Cleveland Guardians Star Sets Surprising Career Milestone

Carlos Santana may play for the division rival Minnesota Twins, but the bulk of his career—and his most productive years—came with the Cleveland Guardians.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 21

Twins' Carlos Santana playing in 2,000th career game Friday night

Carlos Santana is set to play his 2,000th career Major League Baseball game when the Twins take on the Oakland Athletics Friday night in Oakland, Calif. Santana is only the 251st player in MLB history to accomplish that feat. He's currently second in the major leagues among active players in career games played, behind only Andrew McCutchen.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 28

Angels try to slow down Carlos Santana, streaking Twins

The Minnesota Twins will try to notch their seventh win in a row when they play the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif. Minnesota is going for a three-game sweep after taking the series opener 5-3 on Friday and winning the second matchup 16-5 on Saturday.

Minnesota Twins News / Fastball on SI / March 16

Minnesota Twins May Use Veteran in Surprising Way in 2024

Carlos Santana, leadoff hitter? That's what it sounds like, at least in certain situations, heading into 2024 for the Minnesota Twins. Per a report in 'The Athletic:' When facing right-handed pitchers, expect to see both Santana and Kirilloff in the lineup, typically with Santana at first base and Kirilloff at designated hitter.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Twins sign former All-Star 1B/DH to 1-year deal

Twins sign former All-Star 1B/DH to one-year deal

He sported a batting average of .240 with 23 home runs and 86 RBIs across 146 games played last season. His .747 OPS placed him right around the league average.

Diamond Sports Group in agreement with Rangers, Twins, Guardians for 2024

Mariners asked about notable outfielder in trade talks with Twins

Twins considering reunion with veteran utilityman?

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 3

Twins signing member of 300-homer club

MLB veteran Carlos Santana just keeps on keepin' on even as he nears his 40s.

Brewers GM indicates team is open to more trades in wake of blockbuster

Mariners asked about notable outfielder in trade talks with Twins

Diamond Sports Group in agreement with Rangers, Twins, Guardians for 2024

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4

Pirates, Mariners have shown interest in Carlos Santana

Pirates, Mariners have shown interest in veteran first baseman

As with Milwaukee, Seattle and Pittsburgh are each familiar with Santana.

Reports: Pirates Interested in Michael A. Taylor, Carlos Santana

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27, 2023

Brewers trade for former All-Star slugger

The Milwaukee Brewers are adding some power to their lineup as they look to solidify their division lead.

Brewers place OF Jesse Winker (back) on IL

Brewers’ scoreboard taunt of Elly De La Cruz backfires

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1, 2023

Carlos Santana breaks out epic dance to home plate after walk-off HR

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Carlos Santana is no stranger to the big moment. He came into his final at-bat against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday with one thing on his mind: walk-off.

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