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Twins place LHP Kendry Rojas (elbow) on 15-day IL

Twins place LHP Kendry Rojas (elbow) on 15-day IL

The Minnesota Twins placed left-hander Kendry Rojas on the 15-day injured list on Friday, one day after he was scratched from his scheduled start due to inflammation in his pitching elbow.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 29
Another Promising Twins Pitcher Hits the IL, Two Relievers Recalled

Another Promising Twins Pitcher Hits the IL, Two Relievers Recalled

In what has become a bit of an unfortunate theme of this season, another promising Twins pitcher has landed on the injured list. Rookie left-hander Kendry Rojas was officially placed on the 15-day IL on Friday with inflammation in his pitching elbow.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 29
With a 'Very Clear Top Three,' Twins Could Strike Gold Again in MLB Draft

With a 'Very Clear Top Three,' Twins Could Strike Gold Again in MLB Draft

The MLB Draft is just over a month away, and the Minnesota Twins own the No. 3 pick in a class of prospects that has three top-tier players. Lucky? You betcha.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 29

Twins, Pohlads Would Fall $65M Short of Proposed MLB Payroll Floor

A new proposal from Major League Baseball could see the Pohlads forced to spend $65 million in payroll more than they're spending this season — and they'd have to reached a minimum payroll threshold every season ahead.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / May 29

Oh where, oh where has 2023 gone…

The 2023 Minnesota Twins season will always represent a peak moment in my fandom. After 2022’s epic collapse, the ‘23 squad re-grouped to take the division and win a playoff series for the first time in two decades.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / May 28

White Sox 6, Twins 2: A screeching halt

After exciting rookie Kendry Rojas got scratched from his start with elbow soreness (sigh), Simeon Woods Richardson (sigh, again) stepped in for a spot start which went about as well as expected.

Simeon Woods Richardson News / Athlon Sports / May 28
Twins Make Simeon Woods Richardson Decision After Injury News

Twins Make Simeon Woods Richardson Decision After Injury News

Minnesota Twins' right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson will start Thursday's game against the division rival Chicago White Sox following a late scratch to rookie Kendry Rojas.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28
Why Twins starter was scratched for White Sox game

Why Twins starter was scratched for White Sox game

The Minnesota Twins’ pitching staff has struggled some this year. While the team is seventh in quality starts, they are 21st in team ERA. The Twins recently got Taj Bradley back in the rotation, who was projected to improve the starting rotation.

Brooks Lee News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 28
Two Major Ripple Effects From the Twins Moving Brooks Lee to Third Base

Two Major Ripple Effects From the Twins Moving Brooks Lee to Third Base

The Twins have officially moved Brooks Lee from shortstop to third base. And while that might not seem like a huge deal, it comes with some pretty notable ripple effects.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Byron Buxton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28
Twins’ Byron Buxton receives crucial injury update as he continues to play well

Twins’ Byron Buxton receives crucial injury update as he continues to play well

The Minnesota Twins have won seven of their last ten games. Byron Buxton has been hitting well during that streak, playing in the last eight games. Buxton missed four games due to injury, but is now back in the lineup.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / May 27

White Sox 15, Twins 2: Holy (expletive)

The Twins played shitty! The Windy City has wrecked our hope. Twins played shitty! It’s such a pity; can’t beat the Po-ope! Maybe it started With Buxton launching clear; Nothing in any part Would give any cheer.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 27
Munetaka Murakami's 20th HR makes early-season history

White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami's 20th HR makes early-season history

Already about halfway to their 2025 win total, the Chicago White Sox have been noticeably more competitive this season than any other in recent memory. And rookie sensation Munetaka Murakami is a big reason why. 

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 27
Twins Move Brooks Lee To Third Base

Twins Move Brooks Lee To Third Base

The Twins’ experiment with Brooks Lee at shortstop has apparently run its course. The former No. 8 overall pick has been playing third base since Royce Lewis‘ demotion to Triple-A St.

Brooks Lee News / Field Level Media / May 26
Brooks Lee's 3-run, 11th-inning doubles lifts Twins past White Sox

Brooks Lee's 3-run, 11th-inning doubles lifts Twins past White Sox

Brooks Lee delivered a go-ahead, bases-clearing double in the 11th inning among his two hits, boosting the visiting Minnesota Twins to a 5-3 victory against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday.

Joe Ryan News / Athlon Sports / May 26
Joe Ryan Gets Honest About Handling Twins Trade Rumors

Joe Ryan Gets Honest About Handling Twins Trade Rumors

Joe Ryan and the Minnesota Twins are 26-28 and in third place in the American League Central going into their Tuesday matchup against the Chicago White Sox.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / May 26
The Twins Will Go as Far as Their Bullpen Can Take Them

The Twins Will Go as Far as Their Bullpen Can Take Them

The Minnesota Twins are a solid team. They are currently a couple of games under .500, but they have their share of bright spots. The offense is average, but Byron Buxton is putting together another monster season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 25
White Sox back above .500 as Rikuu Nishida shines in MLB debut

White Sox back above .500 as Rikuu Nishida shines in MLB debut

Chicago White Sox rookie outfielder Rikuu Nishida didn't take long to leave an impression, playing a pivotal role in the team's Memorial Day win over the division-rival Minnesota Twins.

Munetaka Murakami belts 18th homer as White Sox beat Twins
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Teoscar Hernandez has been key to Dodgers' success
Red Sox' Garrett Crochet progressing well after injury
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Orlando Arcia News / Field Level Media / May 25
Orlando Arcia praises Twins' chemistry ahead of White Sox series

Orlando Arcia praises Twins' chemistry ahead of White Sox series

The streaking Minnesota Twins were beginning to find their stride before recalling veteran second baseman Orlando Arcia from the minor leagues. Now Arcia is contributing to a group that has won four straight and 10 of 14 entering Monday's opener of a four-game set at the Chicago White Sox.

Taj Bradley News / Athlon Sports / May 23
Twins Make a Decision on Taj Bradley

Twins Make a Decision on Taj Bradley

The Minnesota Twins are getting a key arm back in their rotation. The Twins announced they have reinstated Taj Bradley from the 15-day injured list ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Boston Red Sox.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23
Twins Designate Luis Garcia, Reinstate Taj Bradley From 15-Day IL

Twins Designate Luis Garcia, Reinstate Taj Bradley From 15-Day IL

The Twins activated right-hander Taj Bradley from the 15-day injured list, and Bradley is expected to start today’s game with the Red Sox.  To make room for Bradley on the active roster, Minnesota designated right-hander Luis Garcia for assignment.

Ryan Jeffers News / Yardbarker / May 22
Yankees could target an injured star before the trade deadline

Yankees could target an injured star before the trade deadline

The New York Yankees are showing signs of life again after a couple of tough weeks. Aaron Boone's team got off to a strong start to the campaign, and they're still sitting atop a solid 30-21 record and second place in the AL East.

Michael Harris' two-HR game powers Braves to MLB-leading 14th series win
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Chase Burns is defying the odds as an early NL Cy Young candidate in his first full MLB season
Gabriel Gonzalez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 22
Twins Recall Gabriel Gonzalez For MLB Debut

Twins Recall Gabriel Gonzalez For MLB Debut

The Twins announced they’ve recalled outfielder Gabriel Gonzalez from Triple-A St. Paul. Infielder Tristan Gray has been placed on the paternity list in a corresponding move.

Royce Lewis News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19
Twins send former No. 1 overall pick to minors

Twins send former No. 1 overall pick to minors

The struggling Minnesota Twins are sending a former No. 1 overall pick to the minor leagues. Royce Lewis, the first overall pick in the 2017 MLB Draft, is headed to Triple-A St.

Gio Urshela News / Total Apex Sports / May 18
Former New York Yankee Gio Urshela Announces Retirement From Major League Baseball

Former New York Yankee Gio Urshela Announces Retirement From Major League Baseball

Baseball has a funny way of turning ordinary guys into Bronx legends for a summer. One hot streak, one diving stop, one October swing, and suddenly a player becomes part of the soundtrack of Yankees baseball forever.

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