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Twins Have a Walker Jenkins Decision to Make With September Approaching

It’s hard to believe, but next Tuesday is September 1, which means MLB rosters will expand from 27 players to 29. For the Twins, that means they have the chance to bring up their top prospect, Walker Jenkins, for the final month of the season.

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Twins Manager Shares Next Step for Injured Right-Hander Joe Ryan

Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan is moving closer to a potential return as he continues working back from a left glute strain. Manager Derek Shelton said Ryan will take part in a one-inning live batting practice session Wednesday, another important test in his recovery.

Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / August 25

Twins' Kaelen Culpepper is making the most of his MLB promotion

Since making his MLB debut with the Minnesota Twins on Aug. 7, rookie Kaelen Culpepper has been on an offensive tear. He has 17 hits in his first 14 games, including a double and two home runs.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / August 25

Byron Buxton may finally be heating up, and the Twins' lineup could get even scarier

If Byron Buxton‘s three hits in Minnesota’s 9-6 win over the Athletics on Monday night are a sign that he’s heating up, the Twins could once again boast one of baseball’s most dangerous lineups.

Byron Buxton News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 25

What Should Concern Twins Fans About Byron Buxton’s Slump

It has been two months since Byron Buxton hit a home run. Since last June 23, he has recorded 93 plate appearances without a home run in 23 games. During that span, he is hitting .171/.258/.220, with a .478 OPS and more strikeouts (19) than hits (14).

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Minnesota Twins Cut Ties With 27-Year-Old Strikeout Artist

The Minnesota Twins remain in the mix for an American League Wild Card berth despite a 63-68 record and a recent sweep at the hands of the San Diego Padres.

Minnesota Twins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 24

Twins' 2026 First-Rounder Vahn Lackey Is Already on the Move in the Minors

Just over one month ago, the Minnesota Twins selected Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. And now, the 21-year-old has already earned the first promotion of his minor league career.

Byron Buxton News / Bring Me The Sports / August 24

The Twins have a Byron Buxton-sized dilemma on their hands

The Twins have a dilemma involving their best player, Byron Buxton. The good news is that Buxton is currently healthy enough to be in their lineup every day.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 24

Twins Slugger’s August Struggles Raise Concerns for Potential Playoff Push

The Minnesota Twins erased a sweep of the Atlanta Braves earlier last week by getting swept by the San Diego Padres on the road this weekend. Just when the Twins looked to be climbing back in the AL Central, they took another step backward and at the wrong time.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / August 24

Twins enter make-or-break stretch with season hanging in the balance

Swept by the Phillies. Swept the Braves. Swept by the Padres. So it goes for the up-and-down Minnesota Twins, who entered the weekend in sole possession of the third and final wild-card spot in the American League playoff race.

Walker Jenkins News / Just Baseball / August 24

Walker Jenkins Looks MLB-Ready, But Where Does He Play?

The fifth overall pick in an extremely top-heavy 2023 draft class, Walker Jenkins has been one of the minor leagues’ top bats since the day he stepped into pro ball.

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Walker Jenkins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 23

Twins Top Prospect Walker Jenkins Is Proving He's Ready for MLB Call-Up

Outfield prospect Walker Jenkins is showing exactly why the Minnesota Twins should consider promoting him to the big leagues for a late-season playoff push.

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Pablo López Takes Important First Step in Injury Recovery

Minnesota Twins starter Pablo López has not and will not take a major league mound in 2026. Despite that setback, the 30-year-old took a key first step in his recovery on Friday following season-ending Tommy John surgery on February 25.

Kendry Rojas News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 22

Twins Place Kendry Rojas On IL With Oblique Strain

The Twins put Kendry Rojas on the minor league injured list with an oblique strain, per Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com. Rojas left his start on Friday with Triple-A St.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Twins dealt another injury blow amid postseason push

The Minnesota Twins may not need to be at their best to seize the third and final American League Wild Card slot, but they will require more from their depleted pitching staff.

Kody Clemens News / Field Level Media / August 19

Kody Clemens helps Twins beat Braves for first sweep in 2 months

Kody Clemens racked up three RBIs, including the go-ahead hit in the seventh inning, to lift the Minnesota Twins to a 6-4 win over the Atlanta Braves Wednesday afternoon in Minneapolis The win gave the Twins a series sweep of the Braves after Minnesota was swept at home by the Phillies last weekend.

Luke Keaschall News / Field Level Media / August 18

Twins' Luke Keaschall intent on setting tone again vs. Braves

The Minnesota Twins' newly appointed leadoff hitter is feeling right at home in his important role. Luke Keaschall and the Twins will look to string together back-to-back successes when they face off against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday evening in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The News / August 17

Brackets unveiled for the 2026 Minnesota State Amateur Baseball Tournament

The 2026 Minnesota State Amateur Baseball Tournament is set to get underway this upcoming weekend at Joe Schleper Stadium in Shakopee, Memorial Park Baseball Stadium in New Prague, the Mini Met in Jordan, and the Chaska Athletic Park in Chaska.

Alex Jackson News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Twins Outright Alex Jackson

Twins catcher Alex Jackson went unclaimed on waivers following his recent DFA and has been assigned outright to Triple-A St. Paul, per the transaction log at MLB.com.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / August 16

Bargain Signee Josh Bell Has Been a Difference Maker for the Twins

When the Minnesota Twins signed slugger Josh Bell to a one-year contract, they expected he would add some pop to their lineup. Little did they know that they were also bringing in a clubhouse leader.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14

Three ways MLB can improve the Field of Dreams Game

Baseball brought everyone to the field. The human stories are what will keep them there.

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Alex Jackson News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13

Twins Designate Alex Jackson For Assignment

The Twins have designated third catcher Alex Jackson for assignment, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Minnesota’s 40-man roster count drops to 39. The unconventional timing of the move relates to this afternoon’s Field of Dreams Game.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14

Three moments that defined the 2026 Field of Dreams Game

For one amazing night on Tuesday, Iowa became the centerpiece of Major League Baseball.

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MLB's Field of Dreams Game has become more commercial than magical

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Tigers continue to catch fire without ace Tarik Skubal

Tigers make obscure history in shutout victory over Guardians

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14

Why MLB missed the whole point of Field of Dreams

For all of the things Major League Baseball may have gotten right on Thursday night with the Field of Dreams game, there were two telltale signs that MLB executives missed an important part of the movie.

MLB's Field of Dreams Game has become more commercial than magical

Lakers sale raises questions about Shohei Ohtani's future

Tigers make obscure history in shutout victory over Guardians

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9

Putting Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski surpassing 200 strikeouts in perspective

As always, Jacob Misiorowski did his part in the Milwaukee Brewers' win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday. And while he wasn't able to earn the win—Milwaukee

Blue Jays' Max Scherzer reaches historic MLB milestone vs. Phillies

On deck: Brewers-Dodgers, pivotal AL Central series in spotlight

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