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The Minnesota Twins finished in fourth place in the American League Central this season with an 82-80 record. They had control of the last Wild Card spot before falling apart in September and missing the postseason.
The team could use some help offensively for 2025 if they want to bounce back into contention and put their collapse behind them.
When projecting all 30 MLB teams’ Opening Day lineups, Joel Reuter of Bleacher Report featured Anthony Rizzo in the Twins lineup.
“The Twins need to decide where Royce Lewis fits best on the infield, and the answer could be second base after he saw some action there down the stretch in 2024,” Reuter wrote. “That would open up playing time for Jose Miranda at third base and put them in the market to add a veteran first baseman, with Anthony Rizzo a great potential fit in the lineup and in the clubhouse.”
Rizzo had quite a disappointing season with the New York Yankees despite the team reaching the World Series for the first time since 2009.
The veteran first baseman hit just .228 with eight home runs, 35 RBI, a .335 slugging percentage and a .637 OPS. He also had an 81 OPS+, though he did reach base at a .301 clip.
However, a change of scenery could benefit him. Minnesota needs help at first base with Carlos Santana now a free agent, and the 35-year-old slugger could benefit from playing at a smaller ballpark such as Target Field.
The Twins also have plenty of young stars on their roster, so adding his veteran presence wouldn’t hurt, though his market might be impacted by his down season in 2024.
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