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Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / July 30

Marek Houston is Breaking Out. How High Can He Go?

When the Twins selected him with the 16th overall pick last July, Marek Houston was seen by most scouts as a lock to stick shortstop with elite defensive talent, but a fringy bat that projects for below average production in the major leagues.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / July 30

Royals 4, Twins 0: Completely ‘nak-ered

I’d seen last night that the Twins were at .500 And had a chance to keep winning streaks along, And out they came, and we hoped for skillful playing, But

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 29

Should the Twins Buy or Sell at the Deadline? The Answer Is Becoming Clear

Lately, the Minnesota Twins have made their trade deadline a lot more complicated, and it wasn’t really on purpose. A dramatic walk-off victory on Tuesday night kept them right in the middle of the American League playoff race.

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Byron Buxton News / Field Level Media / July 29

Twins All-Star CF Byron Buxton (hip) returns to IL

Minnesota Twins All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday for the second time this month due to a right hip impingement.

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 29

Twins Place Bryon Buxton on Injured List with Right Hip Impingement

This was the worst possible timing for Minnesota Twins All-Star Bryon Buxton to go back on the injured list. The Twins announced on Wednesday that the center fielder would go back on the 10-day injured list with a right hip impingement.

Byron Buxton News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29

Twins Place Byron Buxton On 10-Day IL With Right Hip Impingement

The Twins are down their star outfielder in the run up to the trade deadline. Byron Buxton is going on the 10-day injured list with a right hip impingement, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / July 29

The Minnesota Twins Can’t Miss the Boat on Trading Joe Ryan

Tarik Skubal remains in the headlines, and for good reason. But teams unwilling to shell out the farm for half a season of Skubal should have Joe Ryan circled as a priority acquisition.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 29

Twins' Walk-Off Win May Have Changed Everything at the Trade Deadline

Going into the final week of action, the Minnesota Twins were teetering on the line as to whether or not they would be buyers or sellers this trade deadline.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / July 29

GM Zoll says Twins will be buyers at trade deadline, seeking bullpen help

A few hours before Royce Lewis electrified the Target Field crowd with a two-out, two-run, walkoff triple to bring the Twins back to .500, general manager Jeremy Zoll made it clear that the team plans on buying, not selling, prior to Monday's MLB trade deadline.

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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.

Joe Ryan News / Field Level Media / July 29

Rested Joe Ryan returns as Twins chase series win vs. Royals

The Minnesota Twins will need right-hander Joe Ryan at full strength down the stretch in hopes of contending for an American League postseason spot. After a brief pause in his routine, Ryan (6-6, 3.38 ERA) will look to get back on track in the second contest of a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday in Minneapolis.

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 29

Josh Bell Believes Twins Are Worth Reinforcing at Trade Deadline

Josh Bell believes the Minnesota Twins should reinforce their roster, not dismantle it again. After watching last year’s deadline break apart the clubhouse, Bell told Foul Territory that Minnesota’s players are focused on proving they belong together.

Byron Buxton News / ESPN / July 29

Twins OF Buxton exits win because of sore hip

Twins outfielder Byron Buxton reaggravated a hip injury and left in the fifth inning of Minnesota's 3-2 victory over the Royals on Tuesday.

Jeremy Zoll News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Twins’ Jeremy Zoll drops ‘clear on the direction’ declaration before trade deadline

Following Royce Lewis’ two-run walk-off triple in Tuesday’s divisional battle versus the Kansas City Royals, the Minnesota Twins (54-54) have pulled within a half game of the final American League Wild Card slot and are only two games behind the Chicago White Sox for first place in the AL Central.

David Festa News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Twins’ David Festa To Undergo Thoracic Outlet Surgery

Twins right-hander David Festa will undergo surgeries on his shoulder and pectoral muscle tomorrow, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. The first will address a shoulder impingement, while the latter is to alleviate symptoms of neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome.

Cole Sands News / Field Level Media / July 28

Twins place RHP Cole Sands (elbow) on injured list

The Minnesota Twins placed right-hander Cole Sands on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a right elbow strain, just two days after activating him from the IL for a right forearm strain.

Derek Shelton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 27

Twins’ Josh Bell drops honest review of Derek Shelton as playoff push intensifies

The Minnesota Twins remain firmly in the postseason race, and veteran first baseman and designated hitter Josh Bell believes first-year manager Derek Shelton has played a major role in keeping the club in contention.

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / July 26

Twins Make Roster Move for A’s Series Finale

The Minnesota Twins made multiple roster moves before Sunday's series finale against the Athletics, reinstating Connor Prielipp and Cole Sands from the 15-day injured list while placing rookie right-hander Mike Paredes on the injured list with a left oblique strain.

Joe Ryan News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Twins’ Joe Ryan Scratched With Arm Fatigue

Right-hander Joe Ryan will not start tonight against the Athletics, manager Derek Shelton told reporters, including Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com. Ryan is dealing with arm fatigue.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 24

Tarik Skubal sends big message to Tigers, interested teams as trade deadline approaches

As The Athletic noted for a piece published on Thursday, Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is seen as "the main character of" the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. But how does Skubal feel about it?

Ron Marinaccio keeps knocking Dennis Santana off MLB rosters

Phillies giving former Yankees draft pick a chance amid search for fifth starter

Mets, Clay Holmes yet to have extension talks, and it makes sense

Red Sox plan to be aggressive buyers with eyes set on two top-notch players

MLB insider reveals reason Dodgers may be 'greedy' at MLB trade deadline

Mets 'concerned' after Juan Soto injury scare against Dodgers

Joe Ryan News / Yardbarker / July 20