It’s been a busy day for past and present Minnesota Twins.
First, A.J. Pierzynski signed with the Red Sox. He picked Boston one day after a report suggested the Twins were “making progress” with Pierzynski in contract negotiations.
Was told the Twins were a close second in the Pierzynski race
— LaVelle E. Neal III (@LaVelleNeal) December 3, 2013
Second, rumors of the Twins being a finalist for the services of catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia quickly vanished. As of now, it looks like Josmil Pinto will be the opening day catcher next season.
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Third, the Twins introduced Ricky Nolasco, the starting pitcher they signed to a four-year, $49 million deal.
Nolasco’s 77 wins over the last six seasons is the fourth-most in the National League.
Fourth, ex-Twins Joe Nathan signed with the Detroit Tigers. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported the deal to be worth approximately $20 million over two-years.
Nathan, 39, saved 43 games for the Rangers last season. He spent seven years with the Twins (2004-2011) and is the team’s all-time saves leader with 260.
