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Byron Buxton Likely To Require Offseason Hip Surgery

Twins star Byron Buxton has been out for the past nine days due to a right hip impingement, and while he’s not calling it a season yet, the three-time All-Star and former Platinum Glove center fielder tells Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star-Tribune that he’ll likely require surgery in the offseason.

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Missed opportunities doom Twins in 4-hour, 12-inning, 41-player marathon

Wednesday night’s series finale between the Twins and Tigers at Target Field had a little bit of everything. After the Twins dominated the first two games of the series by a combined 26-3 margin, this one was far more competitive and required over four hours to determine a winner.

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.

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Twins Takeaways: Minnesota Wastes Comeback in Crushing Loss to Tigers

The Minnesota Twins failed to sweep the Tigers, dropping the series finale 11-6 in 12 innings and falling to 67-73 on the season. It was a game that saw a near-improbable comeback, and then a demoralizing extra-innings collapse.

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Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / September 3

Tigers 11, Twins 6 (12 inn.): It’s too late to apologize

Now it’s over; play it off. Had to play a longer night, Came to show a lot of fight On a Wednesday We would rather forget. Hitting started off weakly, Staying hitless ‘til we got into Inning four, ere which the Tigers Had a pair break through.

Luke Keaschall News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 2

Twins' Lineup Change Has Taken Luke Keaschall to Another Level

The Minnesota Twins were looking for a spark when they moved Luke Keascahll to the top of the lineup in the middle of August. Manager Derek Shelton must have had a hunch because his decision definitely changed things.

Dean Kremer News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 2

Twins Reveal Lineup as Dean Kremer Takes Mound With Sweep on the Line

The Minnesota Twins will go for the sweep Wednesday night against their division rival, the Detroit Tigers, at home. The series so far has featured two blowout wins, which have put the Twins' bullpen in a really strong position to go for the sweep and gain ground in the wild-card hunt.

Royce Lewis News / Field Level Media / September 2

Royce Lewis, Twins 'feeling good' ahead of finale vs. Tigers

The Minnesota Twins suddenly look like a team poised to make a playoff push. The Twins (67-72) moved within 3 1/2 games of the Cleveland Guardians for the final wild-card spot in the American League by hammering the Detroit Tigers 15-2 on Tuesday in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 2

Twins Takeaways: Offense Explodes for 15 Runs in Blowout Win Over Tigers

The Minnesota Twins won the series against the Detroit Tigers at home, blowing them out for the second straight night by a score of 15-2, improving to 67-72 on the season.

Joe Ryan News / Bring Me The Sports / September 2

Twins use 10-run inning to rout Tigers; E-Rod erupts, Joe Ryan starts

The Twins were one run shy of a franchise record by scoring 10 runs in the sixth inning against the Tigers on Tuesday night. Minnesota sent 15 batters to the plate, piling up eight hits, three walks, and one hit batsman.

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 1

10-run inning sparks Twins to second straight rout of Tigers

Royce Lewis went 3-for-4 and belted a three-run homer in a 10-run sixth inning as the Minnesota Twins smashed the Detroit Tigers 15-2 on Tuesday in Minneapolis.

Orlando Arcia News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

Reds Sign Orlando Arcia To Minor League Deal

The Reds signed veteran infielder Orlando Arcia to a minor league contract. They assigned him to Triple-A Louisville, according to the affiliate. Arcia is back in affiliated ball after a three-game stint in the Mexican League.

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Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / September 2

Minnesota Twins Cut Ties With 26-Year-Old Power Hitter

The Minnesota Twins designated 26-year-old outfielder Kyler Fedko for assignment on Tuesday, clearing a 40-man roster spot for infielder Ben Ross, whose promotion from Triple-A St.

Garrett Acton News / Bring Me The Sports / September 1

Twins add utility man Ben Ross and reliever Garrett Acton as September call-ups

With MLB active rosters expanding from 26 to 28 players on Tuesday, the Twins have made utility man Ben Ross and right-handed reliever Garrett Acton their two September call-ups.

Walker Jenkins News / Just Baseball / September 1

The Time Has Arrived: Walker Jenkins Is Finally With the Twins

The Minnesota Twins announced Thursday that they were promoting their top prospect, Walker Jenkins, from their Triple-A affiliate, the St. Paul Saints.

Walker Jenkins News / EasySportz / September 1

Walker Jenkins Debuts as Twins Call Up Star Prospect

Walker Jenkins is finally here, and the Minnesota Twins need him now more than ever. Byron Buxton’s hip injury lingers, leaving a massive hole in the lineup that no one can ignore.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / August 31

Ryan Jeffers homers twice as Twins trounce Tigers

Ryan Jeffers connected for two of the Twins' four home runs in Minnesota's 11-1 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday in Minneapolis. Jeffers went 2-for-3 with four RBIs, and Taj Bradley (10-6) struck out nine while allowing one run in seven innings as the Twins won their second game in a row.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Twins To Select Ben Ross

The Twins are planning to select the contract of infielder Ben Ross when roster expand tomorrow, reports Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star-Tribune.

Byron Buxton News / Yardbarker / August 30

Twins place slugger Byron Buxton back on IL with hip injury

Byron Buxton just can't seem to steer clear of the injured list.

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Kaelen Culpepper News / Yardbarker / August 25

Twins' Kaelen Culpepper is making the most of his MLB promotion

Since making his MLB debut with the Minnesota Twins on Aug. 7, rookie Kaelen Culpepper has been on an offensive tear. He has 17 hits in his first 14 games, including a double and two home runs.

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