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Joe Ryan's Complicated 2026 Leaves Twins With a Major Decision

The 2026 season is over for Joe Ryan, and it was a rocky one. There was a lot to like from Ryan's season, but also a lot left to be desired from what was expected when the season began.

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Rangers 6, Twins 2: Ober and Out

Well, in their quest to aid major-league history and prevent a sub-.500 team from winning their division, the Texas Rangers knocked the Twins around in a rain-delayed, 6-2 victory on Saturday afternoon.

Alan Roden News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 26

Twins May Have to Rethink Alan Roden's Place in Their Future

Small samples almost always lead us to big questions, especially when it comes to players from whom an explosion of their talent is expected. Alan Roden, of the Minnesota Twins, was the No.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / September 26

In blowout win over Rangers, Twins provide several reasons for 2027 optimism

The Rangers could’ve taken the lead in the AL West with a win on Friday night at Target Field. The Twins had other plans. Minnesota sprung a six-run second inning on Jacob deGrom and cruised to a 10-2 victory on the final Friday home game of the year in downtown Minneapolis.

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MLB News / Stadium Rant / September 26

Why Twins Fans Should Know The Name Marek Houston Heading Into 2027

Shortstop has been a difficult position for the Twins to establish in recent memory. Outside of Carlos Correa, the position has mostly been filled by either players who were stretched at shortstop, like Jorge Polanco and Brooks Lee, or a rotating door of utility players such as Ryan Kreidler and Tristen Gray.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 26

Twins Could Have One of Baseball’s Most Exciting Outfields in 2027

The Twins have been searching for a new core of outfielders for quite some time. Between their current core and their farm system, the Twins are making a bid to have one of the best outfield cores in the sport.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 25

Twins batter Jacob deGrom, roll past Rangers

Luke Keaschall went 4-for-5 with a double, a triple and three RBIs, and the Minnesota Twins pulled away for a 10-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Friday night in Minneapolis.

Joe Ryan News / Twinkie Town / September 25

Twins 10, Rangers 2: Ryan settles down and Twins bat around

After a shaky start, Joe Ryan settles in nicely (except for hitting Alejandro Osuna twice) and the bats come to life. Good chance to play spoilers this weekend!

Brooks Lee News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 25

Twins' Brooks Lee Fixed a Weakness That Could Change His Future

Brooks Lee has had a second half that perfectly describes his story of overcoming adversity in the third season of his career with the Minnesota Twins.

Joe Ryan News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 25

Twins Need Joe Ryan's Final Start to Be Preview of What's Coming in 2027

Joe Ryan will walk out to the mound one final time for the Minnesota Twins in 2026 on Friday evening. He has a chance to put a finishing touch on what has turned into a complicated 2026 campaign.

Don Cooper News / Viral Sports News / September 25

Former Minnesota Twins Pitcher Dies

Don Cooper, who made his major-league debut with the Minnesota Twins and later became one of baseball’s most recognizable pitching coaches, died Tuesday, Sept.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Minnesota Twins News / Stadium Rant / September 25

What Walker Jenkins And Kaelen Culpepper Have Shown Twins Fans In 2026

The Twins began 2026 with several top prospects on the cusp of a major league debut and despite injuries delaying several of them we still got to see what the future of this team may look like.

Walker Jenkins News / Bring Me The Sports / September 25

Twins can play spoiler in season's final series; Walker Jenkins heats up

The Twins were mathematically eliminated from playoff contention last weekend and realistically eliminated a month ago. They haven’t been playing for much other than pride and player development for a while now.

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 25

Twins Part Ways With Assistant GM Daniel Adler

The Twins and assistant general manager Daniel Adler agreed to part ways, reports Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com. Adler had been with the organization since 2017.

Bob Costas News / Bring Me The Sports / September 24

Why was Bob Costas on the Twins TV broadcast on Wednesday?

Bob Costas, one of the all-time great sports announcers, made a pit stop in the Twins TV broadcast booth during Wednesday’s game between Minnesota and the San Francisco Giants.

Ryan Kreidler News / Field Level Media / September 23

Twins' Ryan Kreidler braces for emotional finale vs. Giants

The Minnesota Twins' final road game of the season could end with Ryan Kreidler getting a hug from his father, as the Northern California product and his teammates complete a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday afternoon.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / September 23

Walker Jenkins' homer powers Twins past Giants

Walker Jenkins homered, Luke Keaschall contributed both offensively and defensively, and the Minnesota Twins evened their road interleague series against the San Francisco Giants with a 3-2 victory Tuesday night.

Minnesota Twins News / The Lead / September 22

Twins Will Turn to Young Core in 2027 After Late-Season Collapse

The Minnesota Twins entered the Aug. 3 trade deadline at 56-57, just one game out of the final American League wild-card spot. With the postseason within reach, the Twins added pitchers A.J.

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / September 21

Minnesota Twins Part Ways With Former First-Round Pick

The Minnesota Twins designated catcher Alex Jackson for assignment on Monday, opening a 40-man roster spot for first baseman Aaron Sabato’s first major league promotion, the team announced.

Alex Jackson News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Twins Designate Alex Jackson For Assignment

The Twins designated catcher Alex Jackson for assignment Monday, per a club announcement. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to first baseman Aaron Sabato, whose previously reported promotion from Triple-A St.

Aaron Sabato News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Twins To Select Aaron Sabato

The Twins will select the contract of first baseman Aaron Sabato for the final week of the season, as first reported by Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star Tribune.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Twins Receive Details on Byron Buxton's Season-Ending Surgery

The Minnesota Twins have more clarity on Byron Buxton’s recovery after the All-Star outfielder underwent right hip surgery Friday. Buxton had a successful right hip arthroscopy that included a labral repair, decompression and cam resection, according to Betsy Helfand of the Pioneer Press.

Royce Lewis News / Just Baseball / September 18

Is this the end of the road for Royce Lewis as a Minnesota Twin?

Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis took the hard road to the major leagues. A top draft pick and a coveted prospect, his path has been blocked by a pandemic, severe injuries, several operations, and a question about his character.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17

Yankees reveal Aaron Judge's injury status after concerning exit vs. Twins

The hearts of fans of the New York Yankees sank in the sixth inning of Wednesday's loss to the Minnesota Twins when Heliot Ramos stepped to the plate.

Yankees part ways with fan-favorite utilityman Oswaldo Cabrera

Dodgers announce reason for Blake Snell's early departure

Why Yoshinobu Yamamoto should start first game of postseason for Dodgers

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Pete Alonso

Report reveals Rafael Devers’ future with Giants