Twins end another playoff drought, move on to ALDS: Here's what we learned

Carlos Correa delivered at the plate and on the diamond as Minnesota shut out Toronto for its first series victory in 21 years. Here are our takeaways.

. Not since the 2002 ALDS when Minnesota eliminated the iconic Moneyball A's team had this franchise advanced a round in the playoffs. Until now.the ALDS is an achievement only worth celebrating in this new expanded postseason era. But in defeating Toronto 2-0 Wednesday, the Twins did more than just advance to the next round.

It was yet another demonstration of how many different ways he can impact the game even in moments when he doesn't appear likely to be the main character. As the Twins continue to travel deeper into unchartered postseason waters, Correa's calmness and confidence will undoubtedly continue to serve as their north star in every kind of situation.

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