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Why One Analyst’s Prediction for Ty France Would Work for the Twins

MLB Trade Rumors analyst Anthony Franco predicted that the Minnesota Twins would sign free-agent first baseman Ty France. The site’s staff projected a two-year, $32 million deal for France, whom Minnesota traded to the Toronto Blue Jays at the 2025 deadline.

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One Trade the Twins Should Make if They Miss Out on Ryan Jeffers

The Minnesota Twins have a lot of work to do this offseason. The first thing they did was issue Ryan Jeffers the qualifying offer this offseason. That had to happen.

Kody Clemens News / Twinkie Town / November 9

Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Awards Season” Edition

The Silver Slugger nominees were announced last week, with Kody Clemens representing the organization at second base, and the team getting nominated for Offensive Team of the Year.

Yoendrys Gomez News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 9

Twins Can't Rely on Yoendrys Gomez as High-Leverage Reliever Anymore

Prior to landing with the Minnesota Twins earlier this year, righty reliever Yoendrys Gomez had already logged time with four different organizations since making his major league debut during the 2023 season.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 8

Minnesota Twins Must Avoid This Potential Free Agent Bust

The Minnesota Twins could use the kind of power Brandon Lowe brought to the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 32-year-old hit .260/.331/.493 with 35 home runs in 150 games in 2026.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Kyle DeBarge News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 8

How to Watch Twins Prospect Kyle DeBarge Play in AFL Fall Stars Game

For Kyle DeBarge, the selection to the Arizona Fall League’s Fall Stars Game is the icing on the cake of a solid campaign in Arizona. DeBarge was the only Minnesota Twins prospect selected to play in the Fall Stars Game, the AFL’s version of an All-Star Game.

Andrew Morris News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 7

Andrew Morris Showed Twins Enough To Raise Expectations for 2027

Looking into what sectors of the roster that the Minnesota Twins front office needs to address over the winter, the bullpen was noticeably a weakness this past season, meaning some relief reinforcements could be on their way.

Matt Wallner News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 7

Twins Need Major Bounce-Back From One of Their Biggest Power Threats

Matt Wallner opened 2026 as the Minnesota Twins’ right fielder and cleanup hitter. He hit .167/.259/.292 with four home runs in 34 games, and those games made up his entire Major League season.

Kyle DeBarge News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 7

Twins Prospect Kyle DeBarge Earns Major Honor After Surprising Turnaround

The Minnesota Twins sent second base prospect Kyle DeBarge to the Arizona Fall League to get him extra work. He’s played his way into a huge honor. DeBarge was selected earlier this week to play in the Arizona Fall Stars game, which is set for Sunday.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Twins Hire José Martínez As Minor League Coach

Former MLB outfielder José Martínez is taking a job in the Twins’ system as a minor league hitting coach, he announced. Martínez concluded his playing career in 2025 after a run in the Mexican League and winter ball in his native Venezuela.

Jason Kanzler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Mariner’s Jason Kanzler hiring questioned by analysts

The Seattle Mariners went in a bold direction with their new manager, and not everyone is sold on the hire. Jason Kanzler has never managed at any level, and that lack of experience has some analysts questioning whether he is the right man for the job.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 6

The Move from the 2026 Trade Deadline that Will Pay Off for the Twins

The Minnesota Twins’ best move of the 2026 trade deadline was a one-for-one deal with the Baltimore Orioles. Minnesota sent outfield prospect Jhomnardo Reyes to Baltimore for Dean Kremer on July 31, and the right-hander gave the Twins 10 starts down the stretch.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 6

Vahn Lackey’s Elite Plate Discipline Could Expedite His Path to the Majors

The last time the Minnesota Twins had a top-three pick in the draft, they opted for Royce Lewis with the first overall pick in 2017. This year, they were able to land the third overall pick and walked away with a pretty good prize.

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 6

Two Young Outfielders Are Candidates to Break Out for the Twins in 2027

The Minnesota Twins are going into a season where they will be relying on young players. The Twins might raise their payroll, which they should do when adding to their pitching staff, but it's time for the Twins to turn to the kids.

Jerry Koosman News / Viral Sports News / November 6

Former Minnesota Twins Pitcher Dies in Tragic News

Jerry Koosman, the left-handed pitcher from Appleton, Minnesota, who brought a World Series pedigree and a 20-win season back to his home state with the Twins, died Sunday, November 1, 2026, at age 83 in Osceola, Wisconsin.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3

Mariners go in unexpected direction for their new manager

The Seattle Mariners have decided on their new manager, and the choice is an unconventional one, to say the least.

Albert Pujols is being linked to prominent MLB manager opening

Pat Murphy apologizes for viral Yankees comment after winning World Series

MLB proposes to delay salary cap until 2028, but MLBPA stands firm

Robinson Cano's son has signed with an MLB team

2026 Gold Glove winners: The full list and the names that jump out

Jerry Koosman News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Former Minnesota Twins Pitcher Has Died

Jerry Koosman, the Minnesota native and durable left-hander who returned home to win 20 games for the Twins in 1979, died Sunday at age 83 in Osceola, Wisconsin.

Jack Anderson News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 2

Mets To Claim Jack Anderson

The Mets are claiming righty Jack Anderson off waivers from the Twins, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. There wasn’t any indication Anderson had been removed from the Minnesota roster but they evidently put him on waivers recently.

Minnesota Twins News / New Baseball Media / November 2

What the Twins Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

Overall, the 2026 season was a much better one for the Twins, one year after a rough year marked by inconsistencies and trades. It will be an interesting winter, thanks to two high-profile pitchers who could hit the market soon.

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Twins Officially Release Young Infielder in Surprising Move

The Minnesota Twins have released 18-year-old shortstop Ashwar Sprok, according to the official MiLB transaction log. The move, logged on Sunday, ends a brief professional tenure for the left-handed-hitting, right-handed-throwing infielder from Oranjestad, Aruba.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 29

Twins Outright Three Players

The Twins removed three players from their 40-man roster Thursday, passing lefty Anthony Banda, first baseman Aaron Sabato and infielder Tristan Gray through waivers.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / October 27

5 Things We Learned About the Minnesota Twins in 2026

The Minnesota Twins were surprisingly competitive in the 2026 American Central race. After purging 11 players at the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, firing their manager, and uncertainty surrounding their ownership situation, a huge crash in the standings seemed to be in the offing.