Édouard Julien is making headlines for all the right reasons

At first glance, Québécois Édouard Julien looks like the kind of serious player who puts his heart and soul into performing well in the sport he loves: baseball.

But one of his teammates, Royce Lewis, called Julien a real clown when asked, “Who's the most entertaining player you can name?” Without hesitation, Lewis identified the Quebec City native.

Julien, 26, will embark on his fourth season with the Minnesota Twins this spring, if he makes the roster. Having to fight every year to make his mark with this organization, Julien is still getting the attention of his teammates for good reason. It's easier to make your mark in a locker room by being positive than by being noticed for the wrong reasons. You reap what you sow, and the Québécois understands this.

A product of the Auburn Tigers, Édouard Julien had to work hard to climb the ladder to his dream destination, but that didn't stop him from being loved by those around him and remaining who he really is. He didn't make his mark at the expense of other athletes, but thanks to his talent and personality. We already knew he was very determined, and now we can add a sense of humor to his qualities.

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Every team needs a player to change the dynamic in the locker room when things aren't going so well, or to help keep the mood up when it's already well established. It's understandable that Édouard Julien plays this role with the Minnesota Twins, and it helps to want to keep him up against the odds.

The Twins had a difficult year in 2025, costing their manager of the last seven seasons, Rocco Baldelli, his job. Since then, former Pittsburgh Pirates driver Derek Shelton has taken over from Baldelli at the helm. Shelton will need the chemistry within his squad to be present from next camp, as the Twins have a lot to live up to, and he'll need each individual to contribute in their own way. We now know that Julien's importance materializes even off the pitch, and this is an element not to be overlooked in his case.

Every team needs someone who can generate unanimity and good humor, and Julien fits the bill.

The Twins may want to find a new identity in 2026 with the arrival of a new manager, but they will first and foremost need to consolidate the strengths already present in the team, suggesting that Julien's role will be even more important. Shelton will be looking for people he can count on who already have a foothold in the group. Looking up, he'll quickly realize that his number 47 is a sure bet.

Édouard only took part in 64 games in the Majors in 2025, his lowest career total, but he is far more important than his mere number of appearances at bat. He has what it takes to bounce back in 2026, and the recognition of his teammates is worth more than many statistics.

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