Chasing the Twins in July is not a new feeling for the Indians. They were essentially in the same scenario last season, only they spent the last month overcoming a massive deficit in the standings instead of quarantining. This year, they’re only half a game behind and they feature one of the best, healthiest rotations in baseball.
The Twins run with the same strategy of a year ago — mash the brains out of every ball that comes your way — but they do it now with a former MVP in Josh Donaldson. Donaldson signed a massive contract in the offseason, one that clearly signaled the Twins were not content with one division title and early playoff exit.