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On YouTubeMinnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 7
Former Twin Alex Kirilloff taking a swing at real estate following MLB retirement
When Alex Kirilloff announced his retirement from Major League Baseball in the fall, the Minnesota Twins outfielder and first baseman said he was excited to explore new opportunities.
Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / November 6
Spinal Trap: Back Injuries Cast a Huge Shadow Over Outlooks for Key Twins Hitters 
A serious back injury forced Alex Kirilloff into retirement at the age of 26. While not quite so dire, there are other concerning back injuries for key Twins players we need to be monitoring heading into 2025.
Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / November 5
My Lasting Memory of Alex Kirilloff
In a heartbreaking development, Alex Kirilloff has retired due to injuries at just 26 years old, ending a promising career before it ever could truly get going.
The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz
How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?
Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / November 4
Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Start of Offseason” Edition
Free agency, here we come! The Past Week on Twinkie Town: Congratulations to the Dodgers! Now the real fun begins. In a very surprise announcement, Alex Kirilloff announced his retirement from baseball, following back surgery.
Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / November 1
Twins Face First Base Vacuum After Alex Kirilloff’s Retirement
Alex Kiriloff was supposed to be the team’s long-term option at first base. So, what is the team’s plan now that injuries forced him to retire?
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 1
Royals Rundown: Offseason officially begins with plenty on Kansas City’s plate
Best of luck to Alex Kirilloff Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco start the Kansas City Royals offseason with the closest alligator to the boat: arbitration!
Minnesota Twins News / Last Word On Sports / October 31
Twins Outfielder Alex Kirilloff Retires
Minnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff announced a surprise retirement from Major League Baseball on Thursday morning, citing the physical toll of injuries.
Minnesota Twins News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31
Former MLB top prospect retires at age 26
A former top MLB prospect has announced his retirement at 26 due to injuries.
Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / October 31
Twins' Alex Kirilloff retires, citing mental, physical toll of injuries
Minnesota Twins first baseman/outfielder Alex Kirilloff is retiring from baseball after four injury-plagued seasons. Kirilloff, 26, was once considered a top prospect within the Twins' organization.
Minnesota Twins News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / October 31
Former Plum Standout Alex Kirilloff Announces Retirement from MLB
Minnesota Twins outfielder/first baseman and former Plum High School standout Alex Kirilloff announced his retirement from Major League Baseball after four seasons.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 31
Former first-round pick, top prospect announces retirement from baseball
A former first-round pick and top prospect has announced his retirement from baseball at age 26.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 18
Are the Minnesota Twins Done with Alex Kirilloff?
The Minnesota Twins signed Carlos Santana to a one-year deal last offseason. His addition invited questions as to where Alex Kirilloff would play. It turns out there wasn’t much need to worry about that in 2024.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 23
Watch: Alex Kirilloff doubles in first at-bat on rehab assignment
It didn't take long for Alex Kirilloff to collect his first hit on a rehab assignment with the Triple-A St. Paul Saints during Friday night's game against the Scranton Wilkes-Barre RailRiders in St.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / June 27
Alex Kirilloff, Minnesota Twins May Not Be On Same Page Regarding Latest Injury
Last week, Alex Kirilloff was demoted to Triple-A by the Minnesota Twins, due to poor performance, stemming all the way back to April. Instead of reporting to St.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / June 18
Alex Kirilloff Surprises Twins with Back Injury After No-Show with Saints
Alex Kirilloff was optioned to Triple-A on June 13. He never showed up. On June 18 he was in the Minnesota Twins clubhouse claiming a back ailment… which from the outside looks more like a passive aggressive attempt to avoid his demotion and continue his service time clock.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 15
Did Twins' advice to save Alex Kirilloff's wrist mess up his swing?
The Twins demoted Alex Kirilloff to Triple-A St. Paul earlier this week as he was amidst a disastrous June, hitting .095 in 21 at-bats to exacerbate a slump that began in May.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / June 12
Pittsburgh Roots: Plum’s Alex Kirilloff Looking for Traction with Twins
Alex Kirilloff has had high expectations since he entered professional baseball in 2016. Kirilloff was selected in the first round with the 15th overall pick by the Minnesota Twins after starring at Plum High School.
Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / May 25
Alex Kirilloff, Twins look to top Rangers again
Minnesota Twins first baseman Alex Kirilloff grew tired of the questions. Why wasn't he hitting as well as he could? Should he go down to the minors to fine-tune his swing?
Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / August 7, 2022
Twins' Alex Kirilloff to undergo season-ending wrist surgery
The 24-year-old had surgery to repair a torn ligament in the same wrist last July, derailing his rookie campaign.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2022
Twins' Alex Kirilloff exits game against White Sox after collision at first base
Minnesota Twins OF/1B Alex Kirilloff left Wednesday's game against the Chicago White Sox after a collision with Andrew Vaughn.
Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / May 6, 2022
Twins activate outfielder Alex Kirilloff from 10-day IL
Kirilloff has been out of the Twins' lineup for nearly three weeks with inflammation in his right wrist.
Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / April 13, 2022
Twins place Alex Kirilloff on IL with inflammation in surgically repaired wrist
During his rookie season last year, Kirilloff hit .251 with eight home runs, 11 doubles, a triple and 34 RBI before he had an operation to fix a ligament tear that prematurely ended his campaign in July.
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