Minnesota Twins GM Thad Levine is leaving the organization

MINNEAPOLIS – After a disappointing season, the Minnesota Twins and their general manager Thad Levine are parting ways, the team announced Friday.

Levine, who was also the club's senior vice president, will “pursue new challenges and opportunities, both inside and outside of baseball,” the team said.

“The time is right for me to take on my next rewarding professional challenge,” said Levine. “I will forever cherish the friendships I have made in the Minnesota Twins organization and throughout Twins territory.”

Levine joined the Twins in 2016.

“Thad's impact on the Minnesota Twins cannot be overstated,” said Derek Falvey, president of baseball operations. “Thad has helped create a strong team culture focused on excellence and collaboration that will continue into the future.”

A year after their first playoff series win in two decades, the Twins finished just above .500 and missed the postseason. The disappointing year followed major pay cuts in the offseason.

said Derek Falvey, president of baseball operations Manager Rocco Baldelli will return next season. The team did it firing his entire baton.