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Twins trade with Rays for reliever while adding top prospects to 40-man roster

The Minnesota Twins added a handful of prospects to the 40-man roster to protect them from next month's Rule 5 Draft, while also making a trade for a Tampa Bay Rays reliever with a history of racking up strikeouts in the minors.

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Insider believes Twins will deal one of their co-aces this offseason

What does the Twins' rotation look like going into the 2026 season? At this point in the offseason, Minnesota has Joe Ryan, Pablo López, and Bailey Ober as three certified starters.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / November 18

Twins Acquire Eric Orze from Rays; Add Connor Prielipp, 5 Other Prospects to 40-Man Roster

With it being Rule 5 protection day, there was a flurry of minor moves around MLB and the Twins got involved as well. Reliever Eric Orze, a casualty of the Tampa Bay Rays’ roster crunch, was acquired for minor league pitcher Jacob Kisting.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Twins add to bullpen, acquire Eric Orze from Rays

The Twins announced they’ve acquired reliever Eric Orze from the Rays for minor league pitcher Jacob Kisting. Minnesota takes a flier on the 28-year-old righty as they overhaul a bullpen that they decimated at the trade deadline.

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How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 18

Insider expects Twins to move one of their top two starters this offseason

Joe Ryan or Pablo Lopez? If the Twins only keep one of the two star pitchers, who should it be? The latest from a reputable insider suggests that only one of the two will be wearing a Minnesota uniform in 2026.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / November 18

Greatest Twins Moments & Performances: A Twinkie Town Definitive List (Round 4)

R1: Jack Morris 1991 Game 7 Shutout R2: Kirby Puckett 1991 Game 6 Dominance R3: First World Series championship in 1987 Unless one counts the Minneapolis Lakers of 1940s/50s NBA, no professional sporting unit had won a championship until Gary Gaetti tossed the horsehide to Kent Hrbek and put the 1987 World Series on ice.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / November 17

Which Minnesota Twins All-Star Will Be Traded First?

Following a 72-90 season, the Minnesota Twins are primed to subtract even more from their roster this winter. Despite reporting at the GM Meetings suggesting otherwise, there’s feeling at least one of the team’s All-Stars — right-handers Joe Ryan and Pablo López, or outfielder Byron Buxton — will be traded.

Erasmo Ramirez News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 15

14-year veteran pitcher Erasmo Ramirez reveals future plans

Minnesota marked the seventh stop in Ramirez’s 14-year career.

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Joe Ryan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15

Why Braves must trade for Twins’ Joe Ryan

The Atlanta Braves struggled throughout the 2025 season, stumbling to a 76-86 record. The often consistent Braves missed the postseason, but they feature enough talent to bounce back in 2026.

Pablo Lopez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15

Dodgers’ perfect trade offer for Twins’ Pablo Lopez

The Los Angeles Dodgers stand as prime contenders to land Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez this offseason. With a championship-contending core

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Mark Hallberg News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 14

Twins hire Mark Hallberg as bench coach

The Twins finalized their 2026 coaching staff. Most of the moves had been previously reported, but Minnesota revealed the hiring of Mark Hallberg as bench coach.

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 14

Twins to hire Keith Beauregard as hitting coach

The Twins are hiring Keith Beauregard as their new hitting coach, reports Bobby Nightengale of The Minnesota Star-Tribune. He’ll replace Matt Borgschulte, who held the position for the 2025 season.

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Byron Buxton News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Byron Buxton Open To Waiving No Trade Clause

The Minnesota Twins sold a ton of pieces at the Deadline, trying to build a younger core and go into a full-blown rebuild. The one player who stayed amid all the trades was Byron Buxton, who publicly stated that he wanted to stay in Minnesota and wasn’t open to moving his no-trade clause.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 13

Falvey wants to build around Twins' core — will the Pohlads let him?

The Minnesota Twins are at a crossroads this offseason. With some talented core pieces about to be supplemented by a strong group of prospects, they have a chance to put together a roster that can contend in the AL Central under new manager Derek Shelton in 2026.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / November 12

Twins, Byron Buxton Trade News Emerges on Wednesday

The Minnesota Twins enter the offseason in reset mode after dismantling their roster at the trade deadline. As the organization enters a transitional phase, one key piece remains, the face of the franchise Byron Buxton.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 12

Twins adding 3-time All-Star to coaching staff

The Minnesota Twins are bringing star power and experience to their new-look dugout. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the club is hiring Grady Sizemore, a three-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glove winner, to join new manager Derek Shelton’s coaching staff ahead of the 2026 season.

Minnesota Twins News / New Baseball Media / November 11

2025 MLB Season Recap: Minnesota Twins

After a disappointing end to the 2024 campaign, the Twins had yet another rough season. Minnesota went 70-92 in a season defined by incomplete games, a massive selloff, and the end of Rocco Baldelli‘s tenure with the Twins.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 3

Three offseason trade targets for Blue Jays to add an impact bat

Here are three ideal trade targets for the Toronto Blue Jays to add an impactful left-handed bat to their lineup for 2025-26 and beyond.

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Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / November 3

Five Takeaways From the Minnesota Twins’ 2025 Season

2025 was a rough season for the Minnesota Twins to say the least. This team entered the season with high aspirations. It felt as if they had a real chance to win the division and redeem themselves from a horrendous collapse that ended the 2024 season.

Derek Shelton News / Yardbarker / October 30