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Despite the drama and unclarity regarding his ownership of the Minnesota Timberwolves, at least for the fans, Alex Rodriguez is their team’s owner. From being called the “people’s owner” to being considered an architect of change, Rodriguez has found a space in every fan’s heart. Proof of this love came once again after A-Rod played a brand new role for the fans – a Bartender.

That’s right! As the fans get ready for game 3 of the conference semi-finals, Rodriguez decided to bring the vibes to Minnesota. The star’s arrival was met with loud cheers with fans quickly showing their admiration for the New York Yankees legend. However, little did they know that A-Rod was about to do something even more special for them. Something that strengthened his image as the fan-favorite owner of the T-Wolves.

Rodriguez donned the bartender shirt and served fans with some great beers. It’s rare to see an owner and that too a superstar like A-Rod interact so wonderfully with fans. But here he was doing just that. Fans couldn’t believe their eyes and were quick to start commenting on social media. There were even comparisons with the T-Wolves’ present largest owner Glen Taylor.

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As is known, A-Rod and Glen Taylor are currently undergoing a huge feud. With both set to undergo mediation or arbitration, the ownership of the Timberwolves is still up in the air. However, on the contrary, their on-field future looks bright. The team is currently 2-0 against the Denver Nuggets and looks primed to become a part of the conference final.

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Since Rodriguez’s arrival the T-Wolves’ performances have improved considerably – as evidenced by their making three consecutive playoff appearances since 2022. All of that has led to the fans enjoying Rodriguez’s antics and bartender role.

Timberwolves fans in awe as Alex Rodriguez becomes a bartender

Fans couldn’t stop laughing at Rodriguez’s latest role. This was seen as just another act of improving the vibes around the team. However, there was some disbelief too. “What planet am I on?” said a fan with a laughing emoji. For years the Minnesota Timberwolves fans have endured the pain so it’s natural for them to still be doubtful of this being a reality and not some alternate universe.

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“Man of the people!” said another fan. Certainly, A-Rod’s way of endearing himself to the fanbase is working. “The people’s owner” commented a T-Wolves lover. Seems like despite the ownership drama, the fans have already accepted Rodriguez as one of their own. “AROD>Glen Taylor” commented a fan. Comparisons like this have been quite common recently. 

Finally, a fan said something that nearly every T-Wolves supporter is saying. “That’s the guy we want to own our franchise! Outright,” A-Rod’s growing popularity might be giving a headache to Glen Taylor. So while Taylor and A-Rod get ready for their final battle, the fans have spoken. They want Alex Rodriguez but will they get him?

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Sanskar Dubey is an MLB writer at EssentiallySports. From writing various aspects of baseball like MLB Rule Modifications to diving deep into the world of minor and major leagues, Sanskar covers it all. He loves to write for the sport when there is a hot tussle between the National League and American League throughout the season.
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