Griffin Jax was traded from the Twins to the Rays just before the trade deadline due to a significant player selloff by Minnesota. Jax requested a trade after realizing the team's direction. The Twins, initially competitive most of the season, unexpectedly traded several key players, including Jax and Carlos Correa. Tensions escalated when Jax disputed with manager Rocco Baldelli before the trade. As the deadline approached, the extent of the team's teardown became apparent, prompting Jax to seek a trade for a better opportunity.
Griffin Jax requested a trade after seeing the extent of the selloff in Minnesota, indicating his desire to be in a competitive environment.
The Twins’ selloff included trading several players, such as Carlos Correa and Griffin Jax, surprising many as they were initially believed to be contenders.
On the day before the trade deadline, Jax had a dispute with manager Rocco Baldelli over being removed from the game, reflecting tensions within the team.
The extent of the teardown of the Twins was surprising, as they had been in playoff contention for much of the season.
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