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Twins Looking Ahead to Next Season With Pair of Rookie of the Year Contenders

The Minnesota Twins went into the trade deadline in the thick of a playoff race but a rough stretch has seemingly knocked them out of the postseason. They bet big at the trade deadline to bolster their pitching staff, but ultimately the loss of Byron Buxton was the final nail in the coffin.

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Emmanuel Rodriguez Has The Makings Of A Major League Star

The long-awaited debut of Emmanuel Rodriguez has finally arrived, and Emma is wasting no time cementing himself as a force in the Twins lineup. Through five games, he is 5-for-19 with a double, triple, and home run.

Taj Bradley News / Field Level Media / September 17

Twins turn to Taj Bradley (190 strikeouts) in series opener vs. Angels

The Minnesota Twins will begin their final road trip of the season on Thursday night when they open a four-game series with the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 16

Twins Set Probable Starters to Start Final Road Trip of 2026 vs. Angels

For the Minnesota Twins, it's all over except for being mathematically eliminated. The Twins (71-81) are off to the West Coast to face the Los Angeles Angels in a four-game series that begins on Thursday.

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The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time hits leader for every MLB franchise' quiz

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Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / September 16

Miracle scenarios that still get the Twins in the playoffs

After blowing a 2-0 lead in the ninth inning but holding on to beat the Yankees 5-4 in 13 innings on Wednesday, the Minnesota Twins can still win out and finish with an 81-81 record.

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 16

Victor Caratini provides winning hit as Twins beat Yankees in 13

Victor Caratini's pinch-hit single bounced off the mound and under the glove of Yankees shortstop George Lombard Jr. to score automatic runner Luke Keaschall as the Minnesota Twins outlasted the visiting New York Yankees 5-4 in 13 innings on Wednesday afternoon in Minneapolis.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / September 16

Twins 5, Yankees 4 (13 inn.): Ghost runners will haunt

Some years need to go away, Live in yesterday; they were never good. ‘26 will be one of these: let it go? We should. But today in this breakdown, There is pleasantry in mind: They won over New York, you will find.

Brian Wolfe News / Bring Me The Sports / September 16

Former Twins minor leaguer dies unexpectedly at 45

Brian Wolfe, a sixth-round pick by the Minnesota Twins in 1999, has died at the age of 45. “I’m sorry to write this but after a really really difficult and torturous battle Brian Wolfe passed away early this morning,” Rachell Wolfe, Brian’s wife, announced on Facebook on Tuesday.

Aaron Judge 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

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / September 16

Twins rookie update: Culpepper hurt, Jenkins in deep slump, E-Rod raking

As the Twins have faded out of playoff contention with a miserable 14-26 record in August and September, the one bright spot for fans has been getting the chance to watch three top prospects who should be a huge part of Minnesota’s future.

Kaelen Culpepper News / Field Level Media / September 16

Twins place SS Kaelen Culpepper (hamstring) on IL

The Minnesota Twins placed rookie shortstop Kaelen Culpepper on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a left hamstring strain. Culpepper, 23, was removed from Tuesday night's 8-1 loss to the New York Yankees in the top of the seventh inning.

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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.

Zebby Matthews News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 16

Twins Reveal Lineup as Zebby Matthews Tries to Avoid Yankees Sweep

The Minnesota Twins are looking to avoid the sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees in a Wednesday afternoon start at Target Field. For the Twins, it will be RHP Zebby Matthews.

Emmanuel Rodriguez News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 16

Twins Takeaways: Emmanuel Rodriguez Impresses, but Twins’ Collapse Continues

The Minnesota Twins lost the series to the New York Yankees, dropping the middle game 8-1. The offense was silenced by Max Fried and the Yankees' pitching staff once again, as the Twins' pitching staff couldn't hold the Yankees off the scoreboard.

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The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 16

Twins Are Getting Early Look at Outfield That Could Define 2027

The Minnesota Twins don’t have a lot left to play for in 2026, but the final weeks of the season aren’t meaningless. They can take this opportunity to get an early look at the future of their outfield.

Aaron Judge News / Yardbarker / September 14

Aaron Judge crushes first HR in months as Yankees clinch playoff berth

Making a September return to help push the New York Yankees into the playoffs, Aaron Judge found his stroke again on Monday night.

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong ties franchise legend with HR No. 42

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

Tarik Skubal silences Reds as Dodgers clinch 14th straight playoff berth

Struggles may keep Edwin Diaz from Dodgers' postseason roster

Dodgers provide encouraging Shohei Ohtani injury update

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / September 12

Minnesota Twins Part Ways With 26-Year-Old Pitcher

The Minnesota Twins have released right-handed pitcher Jesse Bergin from High-A Cedar Rapids, ending a brief and injury-interrupted stay in the organization, via the MiLB transaction log.

Emmanuel Rodriguez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12

Twins Promote Emmanuel Rodriguez For MLB Debut

The Twins announced that top outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez has been called up from Triple-A St. Paul. Infielder Ben Ross was optioned to Triple-A in the corresponding move, and Rodriguez is already on Minnesota’s 40-man roster.

Byron Buxton News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11

Byron Buxton to undergo season-ending hip surgery

The Twins won’t be getting Byron Buxton back this year. Manager Derek Shelton told reporters, including Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star Tribune, that Buxton will have arthroscopic surgery on his right hip next Friday.

Brooks Lee News / Just Baseball / September 10

How Brooks Lee Became the Bat the Twins Needed Him To Be

Minnesota Twins infielder Brooks Lee thought he was well prepared for the 2026 MLB season. Realizing he needed to increase his speed on the basepaths and at shortstop, he worked in the offseason to build speed and muscle to become a more well-rounded player.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / September 9

2026 MLB Draft Review: Minnesota Twins

The Twins had the third-overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, giving the club the opportunity to add an elite talent. Minnesota used that pick on Vahn Lackey, one of the most accomplished hitters available.

Joe Ryan News / Just Baseball / September 9

The Twins Need Joe Ryan’s Stability

The Minnesota Twins activated staff ace Joe Ryan from the injured list on Monday. He had not pitched since an August 4 game against the Kansas City Royals, missing time with a strained left gluteal muscle.

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Former Minnesota Twins Infielder Has Reportedly Died

Pat Putnam, a first baseman who finished his major league career with the Minnesota Twins during the club’s 1984 division chase, has died. He was 72. Putnam died Aug.

Joe Ryan News / Athlon Sports / September 7

Twins Option Pitcher Back Down After Joe Ryan Decision

Joe Ryan is back with the Minnesota Twins after missing more than a month with a left glute strain. The right-hander was reinstated from the 15-day injured list Monday, giving Minnesota a major boost ahead of its series opener against the Detroit Tigers.

Joe Ryan News / Yardbarker / September 7

Joe Ryan's return won't be enough to salvage Twins' fading postseason hopes

The Twins currently sit 4.5 games back of a final AL wild-card spot.

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / September 6

Minnesota Twins Part Ways With 25-Year-Old Pitcher

The Minnesota Twins have released right-handed pitcher Billy Oldham from their Single-A affiliate, the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels, ending his two-year run in the organization, via the MiLB.com transaction log.

Ben Ross News / Just Baseball / September 3

The Interesting Case of Twins Prospect Ben Ross

Minnesota Twins prospect Ben Ross has certainly not taken a linear route to the big leagues. But through perseverance, he might be just what the team needs.