Assigned directly to the AA Orlando Twins, Laudner held his own in his first season in the Minnesota organization, hitting .241 in 45 games.

The following year, he split his time between Orlando and Single-A Visalia and despite a .227 batting average he hit 12 home runs.

In 1989, he finished his last season in the majors as a backup to Brian Harper, filling a utility role and getting at bats playing first base, catcher and DH.

After failing to make the team in 1990, Laudner was assigned to the AAA Portland Beavers, but after 9 games in which he would go hitless over 29 at bats, he decided to retire.

Laudner is currently the co-owner, co-director, and coach of the "Big League Baseball Camp" in Minnesota.