Griffin Jax embraces the chaos of late-inning relief for the Twins, letting go of his starting goals

FILE - Minnesota Twins pitcher Griffin Jax throws during a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, Aug. 16, 2024.

FILE - Minnesota Twins pitcher Griffin Jax throws during a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, Aug. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)


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MINNEAPOLIS — The breakthrough season Griffin Jax produced for the Minnesota Twins last year wasn't enough by itself to convince the right-hander to fully accept his status as a relief pitcher and abandon his goal of being a starter. Candid conversation and a receptive perspective were the keys to bringing back Jax and him embracing his late-inning role for 2025. Jax initiated a call with his agent and the Twins about halfway through the offseason to reach a decision once and for all. The Air Force graduate realized his personality fits well with the back of the bullpen for high-pressure situations.

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