False Twins sale report puts Minnesota’s ownership future back in focus

A sale isn't happening anytime soon, but the Pohlads' future with the team is once again in the spotlight.

By Jackson Kruse · Puckett's Pond

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 10:00 PM

Key Things to Know

A reported sale of the Minnesota Twins to minority owner Varde Partners was refuted by Dan Hayes.
The Pioneer Press deleted an initial column by Charley Walters that claimed sale negotiations were heating up.
The Pohlad family previously took the franchise off the market in August 2025 after seeking minority investors.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Reports alleging an imminent sale of the Minnesota Twins to minority investor Varde Partners have been refuted by Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Hayes dismissed a report from Pioneer Press columnist Charley Walters, citing league sources confirming the story lacks accuracy. The original report by Walters has since been removed from the publication's website.

The Pohlad family previously pulled the franchise off the market in August 2025, instead adding limited partners. Following subsequent payroll reductions, significant roster turnover, and front-office restructuring, fan frustration remains high, though Jackson Kruse notes a franchise sale is unlikely in the near future.

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