The Twins leadership seems to be yearning for the days of low-budget baseball, reminiscent of the early 2000s.
A comparison between the 2023 playoff team and the 2002 team reveals a stark contrast.
The 2002 team, under Tom Kelly and later Ron Gardenhire, was known for its fundamentals, "small ball," and aggressive base running.
Those Twins gained advantages on the margins, played superior defense, and ran the bases aggressively.
This approach, known as "The Twins Way," was a guiding set of principles for the team.
Author's summary: Twins franchise revives the "Twins Way".