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Ryan Jeffers’ Power Surge Could Be Exactly What Twins Need

Ryan Jeffers had been cold. His power had been down since coming back from Hamate Bone surgery. He needed a big week to wake up his bat, given how essential it is to the Twins' lineup, especially with Byron Buxton on the IL.

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Ryan Jeffers' 3-run blast helps Twins sink White Sox

Ryan Jeffers belted a three-run homer, and the Minnesota Twins held on for a 6-4 win over the host Chicago White Sox on Saturday night. Kaelen Culpepper went 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI for Minnesota (68-74), which evened the three-game series at one win apiece with the rubber match set for Sunday.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / September 5

Twins 6, White Sox 4: Y’all Come Back Now

The Twins may only have 68 wins on the year, but the ability to come back from deficits both early and late seems to have defined manager Derek Shelton’s early tenure with the team.

Taj Bradley News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 5

Twins Shake Up Lineup as Taj Bradley Faces White Sox

The Twins would like to right the ship on Saturday against the White Sox and keep their slim postseason hopes alive. They will need to beat the AL Central leaders in order to do that, something that's been a tough task in the second half.

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Joe Ryan News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 5

Twins Need More Than Just Joe Ryan's Return for Desperate Playoff Push

The Minnesota Twins are getting so close to having Joe Ryan back in their starting rotation, and he will be a welcome sight. But, just getting him back won’t be enough.

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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.

Zebby Matthews News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 5

Twins Takeaways: Offense Goes Silent in Costly Loss to White Sox

The Minnesota Twins lost 4-1 to the Chicago White Sox in the series opener. This season, the Twins are 67-74. The offense was never awake in the game, and the Twins were put in an early hole from Zebby Matthews and never recovered.

Zebby Matthews News / Twinkie Town / September 4

White Sox 4, Twins 1: ChiSox treat Zebby Matthews to dong show

Zebby Matthews hadn’t given up any long balls in his last two starts, so he made up for it with three here. Still, not exactly a TERRIBLE outing for him… but it kinda was for the offense.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 4

MLB Releases Twins Spring Training Schedule with Sides at Odds on Labor Deal

For the Minnesota Twins, the trip to Fort Myers, Fla., every February marks the start of the baseball season. Next February, who knows? But for now, the Twins know their spring training schedule.

Joe Ryan News / Bring Me The Sports / September 4

Joe Ryan could return to Twins' rotation as soon as Monday in Detroit

The Twins may be getting their ace back before the end of their six-game road trip, which begins on Friday night in Chicago. Joe Ryan could return to Minnesota’s rotation as soon as Labor Day in Detroit, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic.

Zebby Matthews News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 4

Twins Reveal Lineup for Series Opener as Zebby Matthews Faces White Sox

The Minnesota Twins now begin a road trip, starting with three games against the Chicago White Sox. If the Twins still have any hope of playing October baseball, this weekend's series is key.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / September 4

Byron Buxton Shares Injury Update as Season-Ending Decision Nears

Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton is facing a difficult decision as he continues dealing with a hip issue that will eventually require surgery. Despite that reality, Buxton is not ready to shut things down just yet.

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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 / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 4

Twins Set Pitching Probables for White Sox Series: How to Watch, TV, Injured List

The Minnesota Twins keep plugging along and trying to stay in the American League wild card race. But this weekend they reach a pivot point. The Twins (67-73) head to Chicago for a three-game series with the White Sox (73-67) and are three games behind the Cleveland Guardians for the final AL wild card berth.

Kyler Fedko News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4

Pirates To Sign Kyler Fedko To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have agreed to a minor league contract with outfielder Kyler Fedko, as first reported by Rich Walsh of KDKA-TV. Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette confirmed the news, noting that Fedko will formally sign his contract tomorrow.

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Luke Keaschall News / Bring Me The Sports / September 3

Twins' Luke Keaschall has All-Star upside — if he can fix his defense

Ever since a brutal April, Luke Keaschall has been the offensive machine the Twins were hoping he could be after his promising 2025 debut and a huge spring training.

Byron Buxton News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 3

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.

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.

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 / 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 / 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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