Minnesota Twins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Twins Unveil Spring Training Broadcast Schedule

Twins baseball is back this month, which normally might be cause for at least some excitement. However, after an offseason in which Minnesota's front office did largely nothing and ownership asked fans not to worry about the payroll conversation, it's understandable why there may be a lack of verve heading into the 2026 season.

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The Quiz of the Day

Which current Twin could play in the Super Bowl?

No funny business. This is serious. Let’s get into it. First, the rules. This isn’t an alternate universe where players have been training for years as football players.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 6

Twins GM Says Outfield Prospect to Get Time At First; Starter Moving to Bullpen?

With Derek Falvey fired and general manager Jeremy Zoll now leading the Minnesota Twins' roster construction, it appears that he has some interesting plans in place.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / February 6

Twins Flashback: 1996 (Pt. 1)

Growing up in the 1990s, Twins baseball was Kirby Puckett and Kirby Puckett was Twins baseball to me. Far before I knew the meaning behind the guys running around in funny pajamas or why we waved white hankies to cheer them on, I knew Kirby Puckett.

MLB News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'First Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony' quiz

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

The 'MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5

Twins, David Banuelos agree to minor league deal

The Twins and catcher David Banuelos have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Darren Wolfson of KSTP. The Gaeta Sports Management client will be in big league camp as a non-roster invitee.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 5

Twins Were Apparently 'In On' Another Star Pitcher, For What That's Worth

The top remaining free agent in baseball came off the market on Wednesday when longtime Astros starter and two-time All-Star Framber Valdez inked a three-year, $115 million deal with the Detroit Tigers.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 5

1 last-minute signing Twins must make before spring training

The Minnesota Twins’ spring training roster points to a familiar conclusion as February arrives. Minnesota has reached the final days before camp opens with a roster that looks competitive on paper but structurally exposed where it matters most.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 4

Twins Receive Rough Offseason Grade That Reflects Their Inactivity

What letter grade should the Minnesota Twins get for their offseason so far? The answer from The Athletic's Jim Bowden, a former MLB GM, is a 'D,' which feels about right.

Taylor Rogers News / Twinkie Town / February 4

Twins to invest in cloning technology for complete Rogers bullpen

Fresh off taking charge of the business aspect of Twins baseball operations of the Twins, team owner Tom Pohlad has announced a partnership with Brasher Microform, a company specializing in DNA experimentation and cloning.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / February 4

Is There a Remaining Free Agent Worth Signing?

Hello everyone! Welcome to our new Daily Question series for the month of February. With Spring Training around the corner, we want to hear what you think 2026 holds for your Minnesota Twins.

Jackson Kowar News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 3

Twins Claim Former First-Round Pick With 8.21 Career ERA in MLB

The Twins have claimed former Royals first-round pick Jackson Kowar off waivers, the team announced on Tuesday. He's a 6'5" right-handed pitcher who was recently designated for assigment by the Mariners.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 3

Twins claim pitcher off waivers from Mariners with latest move

The Minnesota Twins have a roster worthy of competing in 2026, but they aren’t a threat to win the World Series. The Twins usually start the season on a high note, but are unable to stay in flow for the entirety.

Minnesota Twins News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Former Twins Infielder Rick Renick Passes Away: A Personal Remembrance

Rick Renick, a versatile infielder/outfielder for the Minnesota Twins from 1968-72, passed away last Saturday at age 81. The news was picked up by several media outlets late last night after it was announced on the Facebook page of Renick’s son.

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The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 3

Twins agree to contract with ex-Dodgers pitcher

The Minnesota Twins are currently gearing up for the upcoming 2026 MLB season, looking to bounce back after missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year in 2025.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 3

Twins, Matt Bowman Agree To Minor League Contract

The Twins brought reliever Matt Bowman back to the organization on a minor league contract, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The ZS Sports client will presumably be in camp as a non-roster invitee.

Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / January 30

Twins 'blindsided' rest of the organization, MLB world with Derek Falvey change

The Minnesota Twins find themselves in an expected place with spring training rapidly approaching.

Vikings make shocking Kwesi Adofo-Mensah move after massive Twins change

Every MLB player with double-digit Gold Gloves

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Last Word On Sports / January 30

Twins Make Leadership Change, Fire Team President

What a morning for Minnesota sports. The Minnesota Twins today announced that the team and President Derek Falvey have agreed to “Mutually part ways”. Falvey’s nine-season tenure as the primary architect of the Twins front office represented a modern transformation for the franchise.

Minnesota Twins News / Total Apex Sports / January 30

Minnesota Twins and President Of Baseball and Business Operations Derek Falvey Part Ways

The Minnesota Twins announced on Friday that they have “mutually agreed to part ways” with Derek Falvey, the team’s President of Baseball and Business Operations.

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah News / Yardbarker / January 30

Vikings make shocking Adofo-Mensah move after massive Twins change

Vikings make shocking Kwesi Adofo-Mensah move after massive Twins change

Earlier on Friday, the Minnesota Twins surprised the MLB community when they announced that they and team president of baseball/business operations Derek Falvey had "mutually agreed to part ways." The NFL's Minnesota Vikings followed that with a stunning development of their own.

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson makes feelings on Pro Bowl clear after snub

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

The '40-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz