Pohlads to Maintain Ownership of Minnesota Twins, Add 2 Limited Partners
The Pohlad family will add two minority limited partners to address $400 million in debt and bring fresh perspectives to the Minnesota Twins' long-term strategy, MLB approval pending.
- On Wednesday, Joe Pohlad announced that the Pohlad family has decided to keep ownership of the Minnesota Twins and will not proceed with selling the team.
- Over the last several months, the family considered multiple ownership and investment possibilities amid financial difficulties and growing fan dissatisfaction.
- The Twins traded 10 players by the July 31 deadline and faced ownership-mandated payroll reductions, contributing to low attendance and fan dissatisfaction.
- Pohlad stated that the family is in the process of partnering with two key investor groups to introduce new perspectives, strengthen important relationships, and guide the franchise’s future direction.
- The Pohlad family will continue as the primary owners while welcoming new investors, demonstrating their dedication to fostering a successful team and strong community spirit in the region.
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