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Twins' Byron Buxton out to continue power surge vs. Marlins

Minnesota's Byron Buxton is coming off a two-homer performance that gave him 15 home runs for the season. Twins manager Derek Shelton knows exactly what to do next: Leave him alone.

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Twins To Recall Zebby Matthews

The Twins will recall Zebby Matthews from Triple-A St. Paul to start tomorrow afternoon’s series finale against the Marlins. Manager Derek Shelton announced the decision after tonight’s 9-5 loss to the Fish (relayed by Aaron Gleeman).

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13

Cubs sign three-time All-Star reliever to minor-league contract

The Chicago Cubs have made an interesting addition to their organizational bullpen depth.

Concern levels for five of MLB’s slumping stars

Former NPB star continues to struggle in MLB

Why Travis Bazzana feels his transition to MLB has been seamless

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

The 'American League MVPs' quiz

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13

Cubs, Liam Hendriks Agree To Minor League Deal

The Cubs and right-hander Liam Hendriks are in agreement on a minor league contract, reports Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic. The ALIGND Sports client was in camp with the Twins during spring training but was granted his release when informed he wouldn’t make the roster.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Bailey Ober News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 13

All the Numbers and Historical Context From Bailey Ober's Career Night

Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober put together the game of his life on Tuesday night. He tossed a complete game, two-hit shutout on just 89 pitches, striking out seven Miami Marlins batters in a 3-0 Minnesota victory at Target Field.

Bailey Ober News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Twins’ Bailey Ober makes a stunning career first in unforgettable start vs. Marlins

Bailey Ober threw an absolute gem on Tuesday, leading his Minnesota Twins to a 3-0 victory over the Miami Marlins. In the process, Ober further etched his name in the Twins’ history books.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Twins Celebrity look-a-likes on Bark at the Park Night is everything

The Minnesota Twins delivered one of the most entertaining fan moments of the baseball season Tuesday night during Bark at the Park Night at Target Field.

Bailey Ober News / Field Level Media / May 12

Bailey Ober fires complete-game 2-hitter as Twins beat Marlins

Bailey Ober struck out seven batters in a complete-game shutout to lead the Minnesota Twins to a 3-0 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

Austin Martin News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 12

An Unlikely Twins Player Has MLB's Best On-Base Percentage (By a Lot)

Once upon a time, Austin Martin was one of baseball's top prospects. A three-year collegiate star at powerhouse Vanderbilt, he hit .392 as a sophomore on a team that won the College World Series.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Ryan Jeffers News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 11

One Way Tom Pohlad Could Back Up His Words? Extend Ryan Jeffers

Since replacing his brother as the Twins' controlling owner last December, Tom Pohlad has talked a surprisingly big game. So far, his messaging has yet to be backed up by much real substance.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The News / May 11

Ludacris will 'Roll Out' to Target Field for post-game concert this summer

Ludacris is returning to Minneapolis this summer to perform after a Minnesota Twins game. The Minnesota Twins announced Monday that Ludacris will headline a post-game concert on Friday, June 26 at Target Field.