Twins implementing new family-friendly policy

MINNEAPOLIS — When Derek Falvey was introduced as the Twins’ chief baseball officer in early November, one of his major themes was the importance of establishing a better culture throughout the organization.

One major change heading into next year to help address that is the organization’s Minor League coaches and instructors will be able to take breaks during the season to attend family-related events. It allows Minor Leaguer staffers a chance to get away from the grind of the baseball season when an important family event comes up.

“I don’t think it’s unique to us in Minnesota, but we’ve talked a lot about people and culture, and I genuinely feel like it’s important to build a culture where they want to work for the Minnesota Twins,” Falvey said. “We want to care about them more than anybody else ever has.”

Previously, Minor League …

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