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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.

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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.

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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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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The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

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.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

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 / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 5

Kody Clemens vs. Chase Meidroth: Who Should Win AL Silver Slugger at Second Base?

This is a more interesting comparison than it might seem if we start by taking a look at the percentiles of Kody Clemens of the Minnesota Twins vs. Chase Meidroth of the Chicago White Sox, the finalists for the American League Silver Slugger this season.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 5

One 2026 Trade Deadline Move the Twins Could Come To Regret

The Minnesota Twins held a share of the American League’s final wild-card spot three days before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. They added Jeff Hoffman to help protect leads down the stretch, then went 21-28 after the deadline and finished 77-85.

Brooks Lee News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 5

Brooks Lee’s Move to Third Base Perfectly Fits Twins Long-Term Plans

Players showing up to the ballpark day after day not knowing where in the field they’ll be playing has been a very common and somewhat concerning trend in recent years for the Minnesota Twins.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 4

Twins Lose Two Pitchers as Offseason Roster Decisions Begin

The Minnesota Twins have work to do. There’s no getting around that fact. While the 2026 offseason may not end up being “normal” in any sense of the word, for now, teams and players must operate as if it is business as usual.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 4

Twins’ Bullpen Uncertainty Gives Them New Reason To Pursue Veteran Closer

The Minnesota Twins’ bullpen finished the 2026 season with a 4.74 ERA, the sixth-worst in the Major Leagues, and the departures of A.J. Minter and Taylor Rogers to free agency leave important vacancies.

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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.

Mick Abel News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 4

Twins May Already Have a 2027 Upgrade Waiting on the Injured List

The Minnesota Twins will have work to do this offseason on both the free agency and the trade fronts. With all the needs the Twins have this offseason, they can't get it all through transactions; they need to pull from within.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / November 4

Alphaball Twins League, season results: Alpha bats

…perhaps my wish for fewer absurd offensive seasons in these OOTP tournaments was wishful thinking. All-Star Break Let’s check in on those statistics and Yep, that’s the top six batters across the league hitting over .360 and who knows how many more with an OPS over 1.000.

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Khadim Diaw News / Minnesota Twins on SI / November 3

The Prospect the Twins Should Trade to Help the Major League Club in 2027

The Minnesota Twins should be willing to trade catching prospect Khadim Diaw for Major League pitching this offseason. His productive year and the organization’s catching depth give the club a way to pursue help without beginning every negotiation with its highest-ranked prospects.

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 30

Josh Bell’s Mutual Option Declined

Twins designated hitter Josh Bell is officially a free agent, the MLBPA announced today. His contract had a $10MM mutual option with a $1.25MM buyout. The team declined their end of the option, per Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com.

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.