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The Athletic’s Dan Hayes and Zack Pierce connect to launch Twin Cities Territory: A Minnesota Twins podcast. The duo shares authentic insight and in-depth analysis covering the Twins all season long.

Dan Hayes

Dan is a senior writer for The Athletic and has served as the Minnesota Twins reporter for over a decade. A member of the BBWAA and a Hall of Fame voter, he is highly regarded for his investigative reporting and deep-dive features on the American League Central.

Tyler Duffey

Duffey spent seven seasons in the big leagues, making his mark as a trusted high-leverage reliever with the Minnesota Twins before a stint with the Kansas City Royals. A Rice University product, Duffey brings firsthand MLB experience and bullpen insight to every conversation. Whether it’s breaking down pitching strategy or sharing stories from the clubhouse, he’s been there and done it.

Zack Pierce

Zack is the national managing editor for The Athletic and before that was managing editor for The Athletic’s Minnesota coverage. He brings experience of a modern analytical perspective to his work, often exploring the evolving landscape of sports media and team operations.