The Minnesota Twins have fired manager Rocco Baldelli after a 70-92 season, falling woefully short of the postseason. Minnesota sold off nearly all of its valuable pieces at the MLB trade deadline, including Carlos Correa . That sent them spiraling to the worst record after the deadline of any American League team. That ended Baldelli's run as manager after seven seasons. Expand Tweet

“This is a difficult day because of what Rocco represents to so many people here,” a statement from Twins president Derek Falvey read. “He led with honesty, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to our players and staff. He gave himself fully to this role and I have a tremendous respect and gratitude for the way he carried himself and the way he showed up every single day.”

Baldelli spent seven yea

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