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On YouTubeMinnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / March 23
Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Opening Week 2026” Edition 
Opening Week is upon us! With the Twins finalizing their roster, we almost have a clear idea of at least who will be starting the season against the Orioles this weekend.
Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / March 23
Only 2 Spots Up For Grabs as Twins' 26-Man Roster Nears Completion
With the season opener against the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday, the Minnesota Twins have inched closer to finalizing the 26-man roster by optioning outfielder Alan Roden and utility players Ryan Kreidler and Eric Wagaman to Triple-A St.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22
Matt Bowman Exercises Opt-Out In Twins Contract
Right-hander Matt Bowman has exercised the opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Twins, as per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Bowman isn’t
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22
Israel WBC star opts out of Twins contract
After gutting their roster at the trade deadline, the Minnesota Twins are now figuring out which direction to take their organization. But now, the Twins may have to enter their 2026 campaign without an intriguing pitcher.
Liam Hendriks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20
Twins release 2 more veterans after Liam Hendriks decision
The Minnesota Twins signed three-time All-Star closer Liam Hendriks, steady left-handed reliever Andrew Chafin and competent utility man Gio Urshela all to minor league contracts in the offseason, but they will enter the new MLB campaign without any of these veterans in their organization.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20
Twins Release Gio Urshela, Andrew Chafin
The Twins announced they’ve granted releases to infielder Gio Urshela and reliever Andrew Chafin. Both players were in camp on minor league deals and had been informed they wouldn’t make the Opening Day roster.
Mick Abel News / Minnesota Twins on SI / March 20
Mick Abel Appears to Have Made Twins' Starting Rotation
Mick Abel, one of the prized players the Twins received from the Phillies in the Jhoan Duran trade last summer, appears to have locked up the final spot in Minnesota's starting rotation.
Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / March 20
Twins Make Roster Move on Friday that Helps Spring Training Standout
The Minnesota Twins have a top-heavy roster, and one of the players at the top is out for the season. Right-handed pitcher Pablo Lopez, who had a 2.74 ERA over 14 starts last season, will miss the 2026 campaign with a torn UCL.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20
Twins Option Zebby Matthews, Finalize Rotation Plans
The Twins announced Friday that they’ve optioned right-hander Zebby Matthews to Triple-A St. Paul. They didn’t formally say it, but that effectively sets Minnesota’s rotation heading into the season, barring a late injury or trade.
Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20
Twins’ Liam Hendriks Granted His Release
Veteran right-hander Liam Hendriks has been granted his release by the Twins, per Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. He can now sign with any club.
Joe Ryan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 14
Twins’ Joe Ryan changes WBC plans ahead of Opening Day
Tarik Skubal will breathe a sigh of relief, as fans now have another pitcher they can needlessly label a “turncoat.” Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan is changing course after initially planning to join the Team USA World Baseball Classic roster for a potential championship showdown.
Anthony Banda News / Total Pro Sports / March 13
Anthony Banda Expresses Disappointment Over Dodgers Trade
Anthony Banda enjoyed two highly successful years with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The left-handed reliever helped the Dodgers to a World Series title in each season.
Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / March 12
Minnesota Twins 2026 Spring Training Storylines to Follow
After winning the American League Central division back in 2023, the Minnesota Twins have endured two consecutive fourth-place finishes in the standings.
Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / March 8
Spring training roundup: Twins win on Gabriel Gonzalez's walk-off sac fly
Gabriel Gonzalez, Minnesota's seventh-ranked prospect per MLB Pipeline, came through with a walk-off sacrifice fly to help the Twins rally for a 7-6 spring-training win over the Philadelphia Phillies Sunday in Fort Myers, Fla.
Byron Buxton News / Total Pro Sports / March 7
Minnesota Twins Face Huge Blow After Veteran Slugger’s Injury At WBC
Without any shadow of a doubt, Byron Buxton is the most influential presence within the Minnesota Twins. The supremely talented but injury-prone center fielder is representing Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / March 6
Byron Buxton News Emerges After Leaving World Baseball Classic Game
The Minnesota Twins are in an interesting position heading into the upcoming season. The roster was largely depleted at last year’s trade deadline, and the front office did little in free agency this winter to replenish the pieces that were moved.
Minnesota Twins News / New Baseball Media / March 4
2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Minnesota Twins
Minnesota finished the 2025 season with the second-most losses in the American League. It was an odyssey-like season, filled with a scuffle out of the gate, a hot stretch in the middle, and a bottoming out that partially led to a massive selloff in the summer.
Luke Keaschall News / Athlon Sports / March 3
Fantasy Baseball: Meet Luke Keaschall, Minnesota's Second Baseman
When a new player makes a splash, we think of someone doing a cannonball in the pool. A rookie gets a late-season call-up and makes an immediate impression.
Minnesota Twins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 2
Twins' Top Prospect Adds to Injury-Riddled Spring With Hamstring Strain
The Minnesota Twins are already dealing with a slew of injuries to notable players, including All-Star pitchers Pablo López and Joe Ryan, ahead of Opening Day.
Joe Ryan News / Yardbarker / February 22
Twins get positive injury news on pitcher Joe Ryan
The Minnesota Twins received good news on pitcher Joe Ryan on Sunday.
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