Minnesota Twins owner Tom Pohlad commits to championship goal after missed playoffs

Minnesota Twins owner Tom Pohlad, general manager Jeremy Zoll, and manager Derek Shelton held a season-ending press conference following the team's failure to reach the American League Playoffs. The Twins finished the season with a 77-85 record, placing third in the AL Central.

Pohlad attributed the season's shortcomings to a roster that was not built to withstand a 162-game schedule, noting that injuries left the team with a razor-thin margin for error. While acknowledging the development of young players and a shifting organizational culture, Pohlad stated that the team fell short of its goals to finish with a winning record and play meaningful baseball in September.

Looking ahead, Pohlad committed to investing in higher-end talent during the offseason to ensure that making the playoffs becomes a realistic expectation rather than a hope. He emphasized a long-term goal of winning a world championship. Both Shelton and Zoll are set to return to their respective roles for the next season.