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Twins Lineup Gets Much-Needed Boost With Return of Byron Buxton

The Minnesota Twins have their most important offensive weapon back in the lineup after activating Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list on Monday.

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Byron Buxton's return to Twins lineup comes ahead of pivotal stretch against Guardians

The Minnesota Twins have reinstated Buxton from the 10-day injury list ahead of a crucial series against the Cleveland Guardians.

Twins, Guardians each seek cleaner baseball entering series

Cubs rack up 10 runs in first four innings to smother Twins

Yankees and Rays could battle for Twins talent at trade deadline

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 20

Twins Get Blown Out by Cubs and Now Face a Critical Test Against the Guardians

The Minnesota Twins entered Sunday with a chance to secure another series victory and continue their strong run into the second half. Instead, the Chicago Cubs took control immediately and handed the Twins a 10-1 thrashing at Wrigley Field.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight 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 / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 20

The One Move the Twins Must Make Before the Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Twins entered the second half of the season just four games behind the division leaders, the Chicago White Sox, in the American League Central.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 20

Twins, Guardians each seek cleaner baseball entering series

The Minnesota Twins and Guardians will look to play a better brand of baseball when they open their four-game series on Monday in Cleveland. The Twins were taken to task during the rubber match of their three-game series against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday, dropping a 10-1 decision.

Kody Clemens News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 19

Kody Clemens Emerging as Twins’ Underrated Bat for Potential Playoff Push

Kody Clemens is has taken a leap this season, going from a useful depth player to a legitimate starter and one of the Twins' best bats. That fact was hard to ignore Saturday against the Chicago Cubs.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19

Twins’ Mick Abel, David Festa Likely To Miss Rest Of 2026 Season

Twins GM Jeremy Zoll provided reporters (including Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press) with some unfortunate updates on two starting pitchers

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Byron Buxton News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 19

Byron Buxton Remains Out of Lineup as Twins Settle Cubs Series

Every day that goes by without Byron Buxton is a day that the Minnesota Twins potentially fall behind in the playoff hunt. Buxton remained on the injured list on Sunday as the Twins posted their lineup ahead of their game with the Chicago Cubs.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 19

Yankees and Rays could battle for Twins talent at trade deadline

Ahead of the MLB trade deadline, one team that has several popular names across the league is the Minnesota Twins.

Yankees make expected Aaron Judge move official

Max Fried to make rehab assignment start Friday

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

The 'Youngest 45-HR MLB seasons' quiz

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Minnesota Twins News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18

Twins blow a late comeback attempt with most pathetic baserunning mistakes

Ruben Rivera is somewhere smiling at the Minnesota Twins right now. The Twins played on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs. In the ninth inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill., the Twins were down 6-2 but were threatening to make a comeback with runners on first and second base and nobody out.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Predicting Twins’ biggest move before MLB trade deadline

The Minnesota Twins were expected to be an afterthought at this point in the year by most MLB observers. They were expected to battle the Chicago White Sox to stay out of the cellar of the American League Central.

Ryan Jeffers News / Field Level Media / July 18

Twins focusing on results, not trade deadline amidst success vs. Cubs

Ryan Jeffers knows he cannot control the trade rumors swirling around him. Jeffers also knows he can control his approach at the plate. Lately, the sound of his bat smacking against the ball has seemed at least as loud as any trade speculation.

Ryan Jeffers News / Field Level Media / July 17

Ryan Jeffers' homer propels Twins past Cubs

Ryan Jeffers belted a go-ahead three-run home run in the fourth inning and the Minnesota Twins held on for a 5-2 win over the host Chicago Cubs on Friday night.

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Twins' Biggest Trade Deadline Chips Revealed

The Minnesota Twins had a fire sale at last season's trade deadline, trading 10 players from their major league roster. However, their plans ahead of this year's Aug.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / July 16

Top 5 Reasons the Twins Are in the Playoff Hunt

The Minnesota Twins‘ 2026 record stands at 48-49, very similar to last season’s 47-49 at the All-Star break. But what a difference a year makes. This year, Minnesota is tied for the final American League Wild Card spot, and optimism is high.

Austin Voth News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 15

Rangers Release Austin Voth

The Rangers have granted swingman Austin Voth a release from his minor league contract, reports Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. The journeyman righty had signed with Texas less than two weeks ago.

Joe Ryan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Twins’ Joe Ryan reveals obvious solution to silence trade rumors

The Minnesota Twins are sitting in the middle of the AL Central standings, and they could build off that momentum in the second half of the season. That means instead of being sellers, they could be looking to be buyers to add to their team.

Minnesota Twins News / The Lead / July 15

How Aggressive Will the Minnesota Twins Be at the Deadline?

The All-Star break is here, and the Minnesota Twins are 48-49, sitting in third place in the American League Central and just three games out of first place.

Kaelen Culpepper News / Just Baseball / July 13

On the Right Track: How Kaelen Culpepper Is Betting on Himself

TOLEDO, Ohio — On a muggy, 85-degree afternoon in downtown Toledo, Kaelen Culpepper stepped into the cage for the first round of batting practice for the St.

Minnesota Twins News / Inside The Diamonds / July 13

Minnesota Twins 2026 MLB Draft Complete Recap & Player Analysis

The Minnesota Twins entered the 2026 MLB Draft with the third overall pick. This was their highest selection since 2017. They utilized a clear strategy: identifying established performers from “Power 4” conferences.

Minnesota Twins News / Inside The Diamonds / July 13

Minnesota Twins 2026 Trade Deadline Outlook 07/13/2026

Our Minnesota Twins sit at 48-49 today, hovering just 6.5 games out of first place. They are in a wide-open AL Central race and 3 games back of the final Wild Card spot.

Minnesota Twins News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Minnesota Twins select Texas catcher Carson Tinney in 2026 MLB Draft

Carson Tinney spent just one season in Austin but will be remembered as a great Texas player. His college journey might be coming to a close after getting selected in the 2026 MLB Draft.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 10

Twins announce themselves as buyers with acquisition of Tommy Nance

In a year where the American League playoff picture is wide open, several teams under .500 feel the need to become buyers at the MLB trade deadline. That began Friday with the Minnesota Twins becoming the first to make a move despite currently being under .500 and out of a playoff spot.

Twins bid to move closer to .500 in matchup vs. lowly Angels

Twins lefty reliever Anthony Banda undergoes season-ending surgery

Gavin Williams fans 11 as Guardians avoid sweep by Twins

The 'Last solo no-hitter by MLB team' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / July 9