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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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Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Sweepers Get Swept” Edition

For a tantalizing 24-hour period, the Twins were in the playoffs after sweeping Atlanta. One weekend trip to San Diego later, and those good vibes were gone as the Friars did the sweeping.

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.

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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.

Byron Buxton News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 23

Twins Slugger Byron Buxton Brings Love of Skittles to Players’ Weekend

Byron Buxton is showing off his love for his favorite sweet treat during Players’ Weekend. He arrived for the Twins’ weekend series against the San Diego Padres in Skittles-themed gear, with MLB jokingly telling fans to “taste the rainbow” while showcasing the colorful equipment.

Bailey Ober News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 23

Twins Set Lineup as Bailey Ober Looks to Help Avoid Sweep vs. Padres

After a gut-punch 7-5 loss to the Padres that saw a late bullpen collapse, the Twins will now look to avoid the sweep at the hands of the Padres before heading to West Sacramento for three games against the Athletics.

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.

MLB News / Bring Me The Sports / August 23

Twins' momentum halted by Padres on the road

After a statement sweep against the Braves at home, the Twins have not had the same success this weekend against the Padres on the road. A frustrating loss on Saturday night marked their second straight defeat against San Diego.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 23

Twins Takeaways: Twins Squander Three-Run Lead in Crushing Loss to Padres

The Minnesota Twins lost the middle game of the series against the Padres by a score of 7-5 to drop to 63-67 on the season. It was a game where the Twins had the game in control before two errors and a bullpen meltdown led to a series loss.

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.

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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.

Connor Prielipp News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 22

Connor Prielipp’s Rotation Spot Is Becoming a Problem for the Twins

For the Twins, every game matters from here to the end of the season. Nothing can be taken for granted. After the 6-2 loss to the Padres in the series opener, it might be time for the Twins to consider optioning Connor Prielipp to the minors for the moment.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / August 20

Twins prospects Walker Jenkins, Emmanuel Rodriguez continue to make call-up case

Twins prospects Walker Jenkins and Emmanuel Rodriguez continue to loudly knock on the door of a promotion to the major leagues. The Triple-A St. Paul Saints began a game against the Columbus Clippers on Wednesday night.

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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.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Twins Make Byron Buxton Move After Missing Braves Game

The Minnesota Twins are giving Byron Buxton another day off as they carefully manage the All-Star center fielder following his recent return from the injured list.

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 / Athlon Sports / August 17

Derek Shelton Announces Plan for Injured Twins Outfielder

Austin Martin suffered a left hamstring strain during Sunday’s 7-5 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies, adding another concern to the Minnesota Twins’ outfield depth.

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.

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / August 15

Former Minnesota Twins Outfielder Has Died

The Minnesota Twins family joins the baseball world in mourning the loss of former outfielder and designated hitter Butch Huskey, who passed away Friday at the age of 54.

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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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.

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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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