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3 players for Minnesota Twins to target this offseason

By David Hill

Sep 25, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) runs home to score against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 25, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) runs home to score against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports /
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Danny Jansen

While Sean Murphy is going to attract the most attention on the trade market, there are other options that could be available.

One such player is Blue Jays’ backstop Danny Jansen. With Alejandro Kirk and Gabriel Moreno both ready for the majors, Jansen finds himself in a difficult spot. The Blue Jays have toyed with turning Moreno into a super utility player as he does have minor league experience at first and third, but that could be the only way that they carry three catchers.

Jansen, meanwhile, had a solid year with the bat in a backup role. He produced an impressive .260/.339/.516 batting line with 15 homers and ten doubles in his 248 plate appearances in 2022. He was also solid defensively, throwing out 27% of would-be basestealers while saving five runs defensively.

The Twins do like Ryan Jeffers’ power and pitch framing ability behind the plate. However, they have also recognized that another option is needed, even talking about a co-catcher situation instead of a traditional backup role. Such an arrangement could be perfect for Jansen as the Twins could get another powerful bat into the lineup.

The Minnesota Twins are going to be looking for help behind the plate. Danny Jansen may be the perfect option for such a plan.

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