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Twins Finalize 26-Man Roster for 2026 Season: Three Big Questions

After six weeks of spring training, the Twins' 26-man roster is set (barring a last-minute addition) and the team is headed to Baltimore to kick off a 162-game marathon on Thursday afternoon.

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2026 Minnesota Twins O/U: Why the Twins will hit the OVER but could be underwhelming

The Minnesota Twins are coming off a brutal 2025 season, finishing 70-92. The Twins are projected to be around the 72.5 win mark according to FanDuel, but it could be much worse this season if injuries happen like they always do.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / March 25

Twins place RHPs Travis Adams, David Festa on IL

The Minnesota Twins placed right-handers Travis Adams and David Festa on the 15-day injured list Wednesday. The team also selected the contract of right-hander Cody Laweryson and designated catcher Alex Jackson for release or assignment to make room on the 40-man roster.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Twins Designate Alex Jackson For Assignment

The Twins announced Wednesday that they’ve selected the contract of right-hander Cody Laweryson and opened a spot on the 40-man roster by designating catcher Alex Jackson for assignment.

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How many of the active Major League Baseball players to hit 30 home runs in at least three different seasons can you name in five minutes?

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Byron Buxton News / Total Pro Sports / March 24

Minnesota Twins Announcer Makes Cringy Comment About Seeing Byron Buxton With His 'Pants Down' On Live TV

The Minnesota Twins’ television announcers made a bizarre comment about star center fielder Byron Buxton and his pants during Sunday’s spring training game against the Atlanta Braves.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24

Twins Make Several Roster Decisions

The Twins announced Tuesday that they’ve granted right-hander Matt Bowman his release. He triggered an opt-out clause in his contract over the weekend.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / March 24

Twins Announcers' Byron Buxton 'Pants Down' Commentary Goes Viral

It's been 15 years since Brett Favre led the Vikings in song with "Pants on the Ground" after a playoff win over the Dallas Cowboys, and now the Minnesota sports scene has a new viral pants sensation to laugh about.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / March 24

Twins Wrap Spring Training With Lineup Preview For Opening Day

The Minnesota Twins wrap up spring training with a game against the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday before flying to Baltimore for the season opener on Thursday afternoon agains the Orioles.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / March 24

Greatest Twins Moments & Performances: A Twinkie Town Definitive List (Recap)

R1: Jack Morris Game 7 Shutout 1991 R2: Kirby Puckett Game 6 Dominance 1991 R3: First World Series championship 1987 R4: AL Champions Metrodome welcome

Minnesota Twins News / Inside The Diamonds / March 23

Minnesota Twins Roster Moves 03/23/2026

The Minnesota Twins have just two spring training games left. They will open their season with the Baltimore Orioles on the road. The Twins will play two more games against the Boston Red Sox before heading to Baltimore.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / March 23

5 Optimistic Bold Predictions for the 2026 Minnesota Twins

Another 162-game marathon of a season for the Minnesota Twins gets underway on Thursday in Baltimore. Typically, this time of year is about hope and excitement for the upcoming baseball season.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / March 23

Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Opening Week 2026” Edition

Opening Week is upon us! With the Twins finalizing their roster, we almost have a clear idea of at least who will be starting the season against the Orioles this weekend.

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23

Twins option 3 players to Triple-A ahead of Opening Day

The Minnesota Twins are just a few days away from kicking off their 2026 MLB regular season, currently winding down their spring training slate. At this time of the MLB calendar, teams around the league are busy making roster decisions and finalizing their teams for Opening Day.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / March 23

Only 2 Spots Up For Grabs as Twins' 26-Man Roster Nears Completion

With the season opener against the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday, the Minnesota Twins have inched closer to finalizing the 26-man roster by optioning outfielder Alan Roden and utility players Ryan Kreidler and Eric Wagaman to Triple-A St.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22

Matt Bowman Exercises Opt-Out In Twins Contract

Right-hander Matt Bowman has exercised the opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Twins, as per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Bowman isn’t

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22

Israel WBC star opts out of Twins contract

After gutting their roster at the trade deadline, the Minnesota Twins are now figuring out which direction to take their organization. But now, the Twins may have to enter their 2026 campaign without an intriguing pitcher.

Liam Hendriks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Twins release 2 more veterans after Liam Hendriks decision

The Minnesota Twins signed three-time All-Star closer Liam Hendriks, steady left-handed reliever Andrew Chafin and competent utility man Gio Urshela all to minor league contracts in the offseason, but they will enter the new MLB campaign without any of these veterans in their organization.