BULLPEN BET: Travis Adams & Marco Raya’s New Roles—Will Adams DELIVER Opening Day Spark?

Minnesota Twins shake up their pitching staff as GM Jeremy Zoll announces Travis Adams and Marco Raya will transition from starting roles to the bullpen for 2026. Could these moves revitalize the Twins’ relief corps and propel them back into AL Central contention? C.J. Baumgartner examines why Adams is poised for an Opening Day bullpen spot, the challenges facing Raya, and how bullpen depth remains a critical issue after a “dismal” offseason.Key discussion points include The Athletic's harsh offseason report card, the impact of payroll cuts under new ownership, and the implications of replacing Rocco Baldelli with Derek Shelton as manager. Will internal prospects and strategic bullpen moves be enough to offset limited free agency activity and restore fan trust? Don’t miss this essential breakdown of the Twins’ evolving strategy, roster moves, and what it all means for their 2026 outlook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.