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Bailey Ober's Dilemma: Why Twins Right-Hander Looks Like Two Different Starters

A 4.40 ERA suggests Bailey Ober has been a serviceable mid-rotation starter in 2026. That number, however, hides a very different reality. The Minnesota Twins right-hander has essentially been two different pitchers depending on the setting: dominant at Target Field and highly vulnerable away from home.

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Do the Minnesota Twins need a veteran offensive leader again?

Whether by conscious choice or roster-building happenstance, one of the stanchions of the Rocco Baldelli Minnesota Twins regime was a veteran leader on the offense.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 16

Twins 2027 Regular Season Schedule Set with Labor Clouds Looming

The Minnesota Twins know when and where they will start their 2027 regular season — labor negotiations willing. In any other normal season, fans would start planning for the Twins’ March 25 season opener at Kansas City, or the April 2 home opener against the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 16

Twins Facing Real Second-Half Test Opening Against Chicago Cubs

The Minnesota Twins do not get much time to ease into the second half. Their first series after the All-Star break comes at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs, a team sitting at 54-42 and holding the top National League Wild Card spot.

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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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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.

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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 16

One Trait Has Kept the Twins in the Playoff Race

The Minnesota Twins entered the All-Star break surrounded by uncertainty. They have one of the lowest payrolls among teams competing for an American League playoff spot.

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 / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 15

Joe Ryan Showed Exactly Why He's Twins' Ace in Dominant All-Star Inning

Joe Ryan's line in the All-Star Game looks simple: one inning, one hit, no runs, and two strikeouts. What happened on the mound told a much more compelling story.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Why the Red Sox Should Be in on Minnesota's Ryan Jeffers

With the Boston Red Sox now suddenly on the verge of a playoff spot, a team that once looked like an obvious trade deadline seller may become a buyer. The front office will surely have to monitor these next two and a half weeks before the August 3rd deadline closely before any decisions are made.

Byron Buxton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Byron Buxton reflects on playing with Twins legends after earning 3rd All-Star selection

The 2026 MLB All-Star Game is a few hours away. After a thrilling Home Run Derby on Monday night, it will be hard for the Midsummer Classic to reach similar expectations.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

1 trade Twins must not make at 2026 MLB trade deadline

The Minnesota Twins are supposed to be an afterthought. Playing in the lowly American League Central Division, the Twins did not figure to compete with the Cleveland Guardians, Detroit Tigers or Kansas City Royals this season.

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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.

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.

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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 / Field Level Media / July 12

Taj Bradley pitches 7 strong innings as Twins down Angels

Taj Bradley tossed seven strong innings, and Ryan Jeffers hit a go-ahead two-run double in the third, helping the Minnesota Twins to a 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday in Minneapolis.

Taj Bradley News / Field Level Media / July 12

Twins turn to Taj Bradley in series finale vs. Angels

A pair of eight-game winners will oppose each other on Sunday afternoon when the Minnesota Twins meet the Los Angeles Angels in the finale of a three-game series in Minneapolis.

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

Anthony Banda News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

Anthony Banda Undergoes Season-Ending Lat Surgery

Twins left-hander Anthony Banda is done for the year. The southpaw tells Dan Hayes of The Athletic that he had surgery on his injured lat and is done for the season.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / July 9

Minnesota Twins Top Prospects Check-In: July 2026

At the halfway point of the MLB season, it’s time to check in on the Minnesota Twins’ minor league prospects and evaluate how they are progressing. Whether they are at Triple-A St.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The News / July 8

Bailey Ober set to return to Twins' rotation on Thursday; Marco Raya to IL

Nothing is official yet, but Twins manager Derek Shelton made it sound like right-hander Bailey Ober will come off the injured list and start in Thursday afternoon's series finale against the Guardians at Target Field.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 8

Twins Sign Matt Bowman To Minor League Deal

The Twins have signed right-hander Matt Bowman to a minor league deal, reports Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com. He will report to Triple-A St. Paul and give the Saints a fresh bullpen arm.

Taj Bradley News / Bring Me The News / July 7

Taj Bradley dominates as Twins win opener of critical Cleveland series

Look out, baseball world, the Minnesota Twins might be a team to reckon with in the AL Central. After taking down the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 Tuesday night in Minneapolis, the Twins have won 13 of their last 20 games to improve to 45-47, just two games behind the Guardians (47-45), and within three games of the division-leading White Sox (47-43).

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The News / July 7

Byron Buxton hits IL and will miss All-Star Game; Alan Roden called up

Twins star center fielder Byron Buxton is headed to the injured list for the first time this season. That's a tough blow for Minnesota ahead of a crucial six-game homestand against the Guardians and Angels this week.

Austin Wells News / Yardbarker / July 6

Can the Yankees’ trade-deadline plans save the team?

America’s 250th birthday saw fireworks spanning from sea to shining sea, but in the Bronx, the New York Yankees have only been able to launch very few of their own.

Yankees trade-deadline needs and plans revealed

Three areas the Yankees need to improve at the 2026 trade deadline

Aaron Judge's absence shows how much he means to Yankees' success

Yankees’ Cody Bellinger breaks silence on struggles as Aaron Judge concerns grow louder

Yankees' rotation takes hit with Carlos Rodon news