Rocco Baldelli, the manager of the Minnesota Twins, is set to take a leave of absence from the team in order to be present for the birth of his twin children. This news comes as a surprise to many, as Baldelli is only 37 years old and is about to become a father for the first time.
Baldelli’s wife, Jessica, is due to give birth to the couple’s twins in late June. The Twins organization has been supportive of Baldelli’s decision to take a leave of absence and will be providing him with the necessary time off.
The Twins have been in a period of success since Baldelli took over as manager in 2019. He led the team to a 101-win season and an American League Central Division title in his first year at the helm. The Twins also made it to the American League Division Series in 2020, where they were eliminated by the Houston Astros.
Baldelli’s absence from the team will be felt, as he is an integral part of the team’s success. He has been praised for his ability to connect with players and get the most out of them. His leadership style has been credited with helping the Twins reach new heights.
The Twins organization has not yet announced who will take over as manager during Baldelli’s absence, but it is expected that bench coach Mike Bell will be the interim manager. Bell has been with the Twins since 2017 and has been Baldelli’s right-hand man since he took over as manager.
The news of Baldelli’s leave of absence has been met with well wishes from fans and players alike. Many have expressed their excitement for Baldelli and his wife as they prepare to welcome their children into the world. It is clear that Baldelli is ready to take on the challenge of fatherhood and will be a great role model for his children.
