Twins owner Jim Pohlad is a Yu Darvish fan: 'He's a cool guy'

By Mike Berardino / St. Paul Pioneer Press Today at 6:44 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish reacts after striking out Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder J.D. Martinez in game three of the NLDS, Oct. 9, 2017. The Minnesota Twins are reportedly interested in signing the Japanese star, who is currently a free agent. Mark J. Rebilas / USA TODAY Sports

MINNEAPOLIS—In case there was any doubt, Twins owner Jim Pohlad made it clear Saturday, Jan. 20, his team remains very interested in signing free agent Yu Darvish or acquiring another of the remaining starting pitchers that could move the meter.

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