The 2023 Minnesota Twins season was the 63rd season for the Minnesota Twins franchise in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, their 14th season at Target Field, and the 123rd overall in the American League.[1][2]
With a shutout win over the Chicago White Sox on September 17, the Twins improved on their 78–84 record from the 2022 season. After a 8–6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on September 22, the Twins clinched their first American League Central title and playoff appearance since the 2020 season. They defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in two games in the ALWCS. Their game 1 victory was their first playoff win since 2004, snapping an 18 game playoff losing streak.[3] Their series victory was their first since 2002.[4] However, they were defeated by the Houston Astros in the ALDS in four games.
Pursuant to the CBA, new rule changes were in place with the start of the 2023 season:[5]
On November 18, 2022, the team unveiled its first complete uniform redesign since 1987. Along with the 4 brand new uniform designs, the team unveiled an altered "TC" logo and an "M" logo featuring a red North Star.[6]
Updated with the results of all games through October 1, 2023.
Updated with the results of all games through October 1, 2023.
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Note: G = Games played; AB = At bats; R = Runs; H = Hits; 2B = Doubles; 3B = Triples; HR = Home runs; RBI = Runs batted in; SB = Stolen bases; BB = Walks; AVG = Batting average; SLG = Slugging average
Note: Carlos Correa is team leader in batting average (.230) and slugging average (.399) because he was the only player with +502 plate appearances for the Twins.
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Note: W = Wins; L = Losses; ERA; G = Games pitched; GS = Games started; SV = Saves; IP = Innings pitched; H = Hits allowed; R = Runs allowed; ER = Earned runs allowed; BB = Walks allowed; SO = Strikeouts
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