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Gleeman and The Geek

Aaron Gleeman and John Bonnes
Minnesota Twins
Major League Baseball
Bally Sports
Byron Buxton
Cory Provus
Sonny Gray
Kenta Maeda
Dick Bremer
Winter Meetings
Emilio Pagán
Spring Training
Jorge Polanco
Carlos Correa
Joe Mauer
Pablo Lopez
Manuel Margot
American League Central Division
Baseball Trades
MLB Winter Meetings
Twinsfest

Minnesota Twins Talk with Aaron Gleeman and John Bonnes. For more, including midweek, episodes, check out www.patreon.com/Gleeman.

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Latest Episodes

Aaron and John talk about the news and notes from TwinsFest weekend, including the signing of Taylor Rogers, interviews with Tom Pohlad, Derek Shelton, and others, avoiding arbitration with Joe Ryan, and why the Twins' words and actions continue to b... more

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Aaron and John talk about the Twins' surprising signing of catcher Victor Caratini to a two-year, $14 million deal, why his arrival seemingly hints at more changes to a roster that doesn't fit well together, and announcing our Winter Meltdown guest l... more

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Aaron and John talk about the biggest offseason questions the Twins still need to answer with six weeks until spring training, why the free agent reliever market is running thin, the Pohlads giving fans deja vu three decades later, and the odds of a ... more

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Aaron and John talk about the Twins' long-awaited ownership changes, why Tom Pohlad needs to follow up his words with actions, adding Josh Bell to the lineup, and the roster holes that still need to be addressed if 2026 is going to be competitive.

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Recent Guests

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Sports reporter for the Star Tribune, discussing roster battles and pitching performance with the hosts
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Ryan Jeffers
Catcher for the Minnesota Twins
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Episode: Ryan Jeffers, Simeon Woods Richardson, and Cory Provus at Twins Daily's 2025 Winter Meltdown
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Pitcher for the Minnesota Twins
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Bobby Nightengale
Twins Beat Writer for the Star Tribune
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Louie Varland
Rookie pitcher for the Minnesota Twins
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Episode: Winter Meltdown 2024 with Louie Varland and Matt Wallner
Matt Wallner
Rookie outfielder for the Minnesota Twins
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Episode: Winter Meltdown 2024 with Louie Varland and Matt Wallner

Hosts

John Bonnes
Host and co-host known for his insightful commentary on the Minnesota Twins, with a background in sports journalism and analytics.
Aaron Gleeman
Co-host providing statistical insights and thorough analysis of the Minnesota Twins, known for his humorous take on sports events.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • A once great Twins pod

    Now a bi-weekly 20% ad reads + 30% patreon recap + 50% rehash of week old news. It doesn’t help G&G that Twins ownership is barely keeping the team on life support.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    staticnull
    United States2 months ago
  • No one says “sabermetric” anymore

    Sounds in some ways like a podcast from 2005. Good info, nice rapport, but the game has changed a ton in the last 10-20 years. Need to keep up.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    HoochieMomma1993
    United States2 months ago
  • Insightful and reasoned

    This is the best Twins podcast, and in my opinion, maybe the best sports podcast out there. Gleeman and the Geek are highly knowledgeable, well-reasoned, and very insightful. Unlike many of the MN sports podcasts out there, they are anti-hot take, and I will prefer that approach every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeremy Lutz
    United States4 months ago
  • Better than the On-Field Twins Product BY FAR here in August 2025

    After the Twins blew out 40% of their roster, the analysis and insights I get from both this podcast and the Patreon corollary are far more interesting than the actual games the Twins are playing on the field. While the podcast is fun when the Twins are good, it’s riveting when they’re bad.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nasty War Nob
    United States6 months ago
  • Great work

    Thank you for not being biased about the twins, the upper management, and the ownership. The facts and stats don’t lie about how the twins are doing. Keep up the great work and keep on doing what you’re doing. A die hard and realistic twins fan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twinsfan02
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many fans find the podcast more engaging than the performance of the Twins themselves, especially during poor seasons.
Overall, the mix of analytics, personal anecdotes, and lighthearted banter keeps the audience engaged and looking forward to each episode.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and reasoned analysis provided by the hosts, valuing their knowledge and depth of discussion.
There are critiques about the hosts occasionally drifting into self-promotion and banter, which some listeners feel detracts from the content.

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#34
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#71
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#138
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#53
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#229
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#1
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Meet the New Boss
Q: What are the expectations for the team this year?
Expect to contend for the Central Division Championship.
Meet the New Boss
Q: How would you characterize your level of commitment in owning the team long term?
Tom Pohlad stated, 'We're in it for the long haul.'
The Zebby Zone
Q: Where do you see the second base competition at this point?
It's still open, with Julian and Gasper both in the mix. Julian's defense at second is important, and Gasper has been hitting well in camp.
Business As Usual
Q: Which player's trade value is most likely to decrease if teams start heavy discounting during the offseason?
Potentially Christian Vazquez's trade value could decrease due to his recent performance and contract situation.

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What is Gleeman and The Geek about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The discussions predominantly center around the Minnesota Twins, their performance across various seasons, and the complexities surrounding player trades, management decisions, and team strategies. The hosts frequently share their insights on individual players like Byron Buxton and critiques of the team's upper management, expressing both frustration and skepticism about the franchise's current direction. Episodes often blend analytical discussions with personal anecdotes, a hallmark that is noted for keeping the content engaging. This podcast uniquely balances a formal analysis of the team with humorous commentary and personal stories, which resonates well with dedicated baseball fans looking for both depth and entertainment in their spor... more

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2. Bobby Nightingale
3. Ryan Jeffers
4. Simeon Woods Richardson
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6. Louie Varland
7. Matt Wallner

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