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How Twins’ New Strategy With Left-Handed Relievers Could Be Key to Future

The trade deadline priority became a key moment to really know what the Minnesota Twins were going to value. So the arrival of A.J. Minter from the New York Mets and then Jeff Hoffman, from the Toronto Blue Jays, left an advance on the interesting perspective of looking for strength in the bullpen from both sides.

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The Case for the Minnesota Twins Being Aggressive This Offseason

The Minnesota Twins finished 77-85, eight games behind the American League Central champion Guardians, with a minus-58 run differential. Those numbers warn against assuming better health alone will produce a contender.

Nathaniel Lowe News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 5

3 Lower-Cost Free Agents Who Fit the Twins Perfectly

The Minnesota Twins' offseason is going to be a big one. Their financial status going into 2027 as a ballclub is very up in the air. One of the biggest factors is outside the hands of the Pholad family due to the impending lockout.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / October 5

Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Hit The Roof” Edition

We’re already through the Wild Card round and halfway through the Division Series in the playoffs and there are plenty of former Twins making the news in the playoffs.

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The 'Playoff HR leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the MLB players with the most home runs in the postseason for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 5

One Twins Free Agent They Can't Afford to Lose (and One They Can)

The Minnesota Twins have promised to invest in their roster this offseason. Some of the most important roster decisions won’t necessarily involve new players.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Taylor Rogers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 5

Taylor Rogers Plans To Pitch In 2027

With his 11th MLB season now in the books, Taylor Rogers intends to make it an even dozen in what will be his age-36 season. The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Bobby Nightengale writes that Rogers would ideally like either another season with the Twins, or to sign with the Blue Jays to reunite with his twin brother Tyler in Toronto’s bullpen.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 3

First Move the Twins Front Office Must Make This Offseason

The Minnesota Twins have a long offseason ahead of them and a lot of decisions to make. They have to infuse some talent onto their roster, shed some talent, add some payroll, and make some front office-related desicions.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 3

Two Trade Targets Who Could Solve the Twins' Biggest Problem

The Minnesota Twins cannot enter 2027 assuming one more closer will repair their bullpen. They used 15 different pitchers to record a save in 2026, an American League record, and the middle innings were too often a scramble.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 3

Twins 2027 Arbitration Projections Reveal Several Major Offseason Decisions

The Minnesota Twins are heading into a pivotal offseason that could define the outlook of their franchise for years to come. The first step for the Twins is establishing their payroll for next season and target numbers, which include arbitration.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 2

Four Minnesota Twins Prospects Who Could Play Major Roles in 2027

The Minnesota Twins enter the offseason with a young group that could shape their 2027 roster. Walker Jenkins, Emmanuel Rodriguez and Kaelen Culpepper made their Major League debuts in 2026.

Luke Keaschall News / Stadium Rant / October 2

Luke Keaschall: What Should The Twins Do With Him In 2027

Luke Keaschall is the type of player that I personally love, and he has many skills that the Twins franchise has lacked for a long time. While he has plenty

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Seaver King News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 2

Twins Prospect Makes Massive Jump in MLB's Updated Top 100 Rankings

The Minnesota Twins spent much of the final weeks of the season evaluating some of their most promising young players. Given that they weren’t going to make a postseason appearance, it was the only thing left to do.

Byron Buxton News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 2

Byron Buxton Ready For 2027, Twins Not Planning To Trade Him

Twins outfielder Byron Buxton battled hip injuries for most of his 2026 campaign. The issue finally led to surgery in September. Buxton is progressing well in his recovery and is on track to be healthy for the 2027 season, per Dan Hayes of The Athletic.

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Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / October 1

Offseason injury updates on Twins outfielders Byron Buxton, Walker Jenkins

Byron Buxton and Walker Jenkins, two of the most important core players on the Twins’ roster, are currently in recovery mode after recent procedures that the organization hopes will have them healthy and ready to roll for the start of the 2027 season.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / October 1

Assessing Twins' free agents: Will Jeffers, Bell, or others return in 2027?

After falling short of the postseason for the third consecutive year, the Twins are officially in the offseason. Owner Tom Pohlad and general manager Jeremy

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Tom Pohlad: Twins Will “Meaningfully Invest” In Payroll, Plan To Contend In 2027

2026 marked the first season of Tom Pohlad as the Twins’ designated control person, with Pohlad becoming his family’s representative in league ownership

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / September 29

Tom Pohlad vows Twins will spend after declaring his family is here to stay

After attempting to sell the franchise in 2025, the Pohlad family pulled the Minnesota Twins off the market and accepted investments from limited partners.

Ryan Jeffers News / Athlon Sports / September 28

Ryan Jeffers Comments on His Future

If Sunday was Ryan Jeffers’ final game in a Minnesota Twins uniform, he made sure the exit was proper. The 29-year-old catcher went 2-for-3 with a double, a single, and an RBI walk to help the Twins play spoiler in their 6-4 victory over the Texas Rangers, effectively eliminating them from playoff contention.