Inbox: After slow start, are changes in store?

MINNEAPOLIS — The Twins entered the season with playoff aspirations after just missing out on the postseason last year, but things have gone worse than anyone could’ve expected.

The Twins have the worst record in the Majors at 12-34, and have lost eight of their past 10 games. They aren’t getting it done offensively, ranking last in American League in runs scored, and they also aren’t pitching well, as they have the second-worst ERA in the Majors. It’s been a step back for Minnesota after last year’s surprising season, and there are lots of questions to be answered. With that in mind, here’s this week’s Twins Inbox:

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Do you see the Twins making any in-season changes in the front office or with the coaching staff? — John L., Rochester, Minn.

Twins owner Jim Pohlad has publicly stated his support for general manager Terry Ryan, and Ryan reiterated his support of manager Paul Molitor and his coaching staff this week. Ryan and Molitor appear safe this season, as Molitor is only in his second year and making front-office changes before the Draft and the Trade Deadline wouldn’t make sense. But there’s always a chance of a coaching shakeup if the offense and pitching staff continue to struggle. But as of now, nothing of that nature is in the works.

After the season, however, ownership will have to evaluate what has happened this season, and determine if any changes will be made. Ryan has been with Minnesota since 1986, and he is still highly regarded within the organization. Some fans have called for him to step down after the season, but that seems unlikely, as he knows if that were to happen, it wouldn’t bode well for the rest of the front office he helped assemble. The Twins are known for their loyalty and continuity, …

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