Minnesota Twins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Byron Buxton's RISP Struggles Are a Strange Defect in a Great Season

Let's make one thing very, very clear: Byron Buxton is having an incredible individual season. The Twins' center fielder is tied for the AL lead with 25 home runs (in only 70 games) and boasts a .912 OPS that is ninth-best among all qualified hitters.

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Minnesota Twins Notebook: Twins get Swept, Lee Continues to Produce, & A Look at What to Do With Buxton

The Minnesota Twins currently hold a 38-44 record and sit 4.5 games back in the American League Central. Minnesota suffered a narrow 4-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night.

Walker Jenkins News / Twinkie Town / June 25

The Future: Walker Jenkins

After missing over a month with a shoulder sprain, Walker Jenkins is back in Triple-A and just one step away from the big leagues. He played four rehab games between Single-A and High-A, going 9-for-16 with a pair of homers.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 24

Mookie Betts crushes milestone HR to lead Dodgers to win over Twins

Winning is always the most important thing for a team like the back-to-back champion Los Angeles Dodgers, but winning while a star player reaches a career milestone makes the victory even sweeter.

Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez continues 2026 breakout in win over Rangers

Cubs take two steps back with starting pitchers' brutal injury updates

Matthew Boyd to return to rotation

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

Yankees to recall super utilityman

Yankees' Aaron Boone blasts Jazz Chisholm for unprofessional move

Cam Schlittler News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

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MLB News / Twinkie Town / June 24

Dodgers 4, Twins 3: Late chances stranded

(original song here; lyrics cover used as reference for parody shown above) What can we do When the Dodgers enter boasting power? None can redo Once we reach the game’s appointed hour.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Mick Abel News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24

Mick Abel To Undergo Arthroscopic Elbow Surgery

Twins right-hander Mick Abel will go for arthroscopic surgery on his throwing elbow, the team announced (link via Matthew Leach of MLB.com). The team will announce the recovery timeline after the operation is complete.

Marco Raya News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 24

Longtime Prospect Marco Raya Finally Gets His Chance in Twins' Bullpen

It's finally happening. Marco Raya, who diehard Twins fans have heard about as a prospect to watch for a half decade, has been called up for the first time and is set to make his MLB debut, almost exactly six years after he was drafted out of high school at 17 years old.

Joe Ryan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24

Twins rumors: Joe Ryan trade seen as likely by insiders before deadline

Minnesota Twins star pitcher Joe Ryan has seen his name involved in trade rumors for over a year now. However, as each day gets closer and closer to the 2026 MLB trade deadline, it does feel as if Ryan will likely be traded.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Justin Lawrence News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24

Nationals Claim Justin Lawrence

The Nationals announced that they have claimed right-hander Justin Lawrence off waivers from the Twins. Minnesota designated him for assignment a few days ago.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24

Twins Designate Austin Voth For Assignment, Recall Marco Raya For Debut

The Twins have designated righty Austin Voth for assignment and optioned young lefty Kendry Rojas to Triple-A St. Paul, per a club announcement. Their spots on the active roster will go to left-hander Kody Funderburk and right-hander Marco Raya, both of whom have been recalled from Triple-A.

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Byron Buxton News / CBSSports.com / June 24

MLB rumors: Twins' plan for Byron Buxton, the one Giant staying put and the Cubs' deadline targets

The trade deadline is barely six weeks away

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 24

Three starting pitchers the Cubs should target ahead of the deadline

The Cubs need pitching help as they look to make a postseason push. Here are three players the club could target.

Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara

The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 24

Potential pitchers' duel awaits as Twins' Joe Ryan, Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani take mound

The Minnesota Twins should have no trouble selling tickets for Wednesday night's game. In one of the best -- if not the best -- pitching matchups of the season at Target Field, Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers will oppose Joe Ryan of the Twins in the series finale in Minneapolis.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / June 24

Minnesota Twins Notebook: Dodgers Rack up 17 Hits, Caratini Goes Deep, More

The Minnesota Twins’ current record is 38-43. The Twins suffered a demoralizing 12-3 blowout at the hands of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night. Their league-worst bullpen struggled to contain a season-high hit barrage.

Walker Jenkins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 23

Twins' Top Prospect Walker Jenkins Faces Rehabbing All-Star in Return to Triple-A

The Minnesota Twins' No. 1 prospect, outfielder Walker Jenkins, is officially back in the lineup for the Triple-A St. Paul Saints for the first time since early May.

Byron Buxton News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Twins GM: No Interest In Trading Buxton

Twins star Byron Buxton did his best to shut down trade chatter last week, reiterating his longstanding stance that he’s not interested in waiving his no-trade clause.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 23

Twins' Mick Abel Gets MRI Results, Joe Ryan Scratched With Illness

Twins starting pitcher Mick Abel got relatively good news in Monday's MRI after suffering another setback in his attempt to return to action for Minnesota.

Austin Voth News / Field Level Media / June 23

Twins bring up veteran RHP Austin Voth

The Minnesota Twins selected the contract of veteran right-hander Austin Voth from Triple-A St. Paul on Tuesday. In a corresponding move, the Twins optioned right-hander Cody Lawyerson to St.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / June 23

The Twins Could Be Buyers at the Trade Deadline

Most of the so-called experts in baseball expect the Minnesota Twins to be sellers once again at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. And probably with good reason.

Minnesota Twins News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22

1 All-Star pitcher looks likely to be dealt ahead of the trade deadline

One All-Star pitcher might not be so lucky this year after surviving his team’s fire sale last year. The Minnesota Twins would like to trade away right-hander Joe Ryan ahead of the Aug.

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Source: Where the Twins Stand With MLB Trade Deadline 6 Weeks Away

The Minnesota Twins have some attractive trade chips with the August 3 MLB trade deadline just six weeks away. While they enter play on Monday with a record of 38-41, the question that remains is whether the Twins are going to sell or not given they're only one game out of the third and final Wild Card spot in a weak American League.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 22

Twins rumors: Royce Lewis joins Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan as potential trade candidate

The Minnesota Twins are sitting in the middle of the pack in the AL Central. There have been plenty of trade rumors about the Twins moving Byron Buxton and Joe Ryan this season if they cannot make it back into the playoff race.

Jim Abbott News / Yardbarker / June 22

Former Yankees pitcher set to receive honor at 2026 ESPYs

Former Yankees pitcher Jim Abbott set to receive well-deserved honor at 2026 ESPY Awards

Abbott inspired many throughout his 10-year MLB career.

Yankees minor leaguer cost his team a game with the most embarrassing effort

Jazz Chisholm had the wildest explanation for not wearing a cup

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Kendry Rojas News / Field Level Media / June 21

Twins reinstate LHP Kendry Rojas

The Minnesota Twins returned left-hander Kendry Rojas from his rehab assignment at Triple-A Saint Paul on Sunday and reinstated him from the 15-day injured list.

Royce Lewis News / Just Baseball / June 17

The Twins Need This Version of Royce Lewis to Stick Around

When the Minnesota Twins sent Royce Lewis down to Triple-A St. Paul, many thought it was the beginning of the end for the once top prospect. After much initial hype, devastating injuries, moments of true greatness, and a prolonged slump, many thought the bloom was off the rose forever.