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Minnesota Twins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 31

Twins' Vahn Lackey Makes Minor League Debut 3 Weeks After Being Drafted

Minnesota Twins first-round pick Vahn Lackey has officially started his professional career less than a month after hearing his name called during the 2026 MLB Draft.

MLB News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 31

Twins Still Hunting for Bullpen Arms As Last Season’s Trade Deadline Haunts Them

It is somewhat baffling to think about where the Minnesota Twins could be in the AL Central had they not made arguably one of the worst trades around this time, merely a season ago, when they dealt away Louis Varland to the Toronto Blue Jays.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / July 31

Twins reportedly seeking rotation help in addition to further bullpen upgrades

The Twins made their first splash of trade deadline weekend late on Thursday night, when they agreed to send infield prospects Billy Amick and Bruin Agbayani to the Mets for veteran left-handed reliever A.J.

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 31

Twins Acquire Veteran Left-Handed Reliever to Help Beleaguered Bullpen

The Minnesota Twins have acquired left-handed reliever A.J. Minter from the Mets to bolster their beleaguered and much-maligned bullpen. In return, Minnesota sent infield prospects Billy Amick and Bruin Agbayani to New York.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 31

Twins ride 'ultimate slam' into opener of road trip vs. Mariners

If Kody Clemens is looking for endorsements, he might try Denny's. After all, an ultimate grand slam sounds like something you might order at one of their restaurants.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / July 31

The Piranhas are born in July of 2006

After turning their season around in June, the 2006 Minnesota Twins cultivated some of the most iconic moments in franchise history the following month.

A.J. Minter News / Bring Me The Sports / July 31

Twins announce themselves as buyers by trading for Mets lefty A.J. Minter

The Minnesota Twins established themselves as buyers before the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline by acquiring left-handed reliever A.J. Minter from the New York Mets late Thursday night.

Minnesota Twins News / HITC / July 31

Olivia Dean pictured at MLB game wearing new movie-inspired Minnesota Twins jersey

With the MLB season in full swing, the stars are showing up all across the board. Pop sensation Olivia Dean was the latest to catch the eye of fans at a Minnesota Twins game.

A.J. Minter News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Twins To Acquire A.J. Minter

The Mets and Twins are reportedly in agreement on a trade that’ll send veteran reliever A.J. Minter to Minnesota for minor league infielders Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick.

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Kody Clemens News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30

Kody Clemens’ walk-off grand slam helps Twins set bonkers MLB record

Minnesota Twins brass already labeled the franchise as a buyer ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline, but just in case the front office was having second thoughts, Kody Clemens applied a little more pressure in possibly the most stunning finish of the season.

Cole Sands News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30

Twins’ Cole Sands To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Twins right-hander Cole Sands is headed for surgery to remove loose bodies and bone spurs from his right elbow, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. He’s expected to miss the rest of the season.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 30

Kody Clemens makes history with walk-off grand slam

Kody Clemens becomes Twins' hero, makes history with walk-off grand slam

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MLB News / Bring Me The Sports / July 31

Kody Clemens joins historic company with 'ultimate grand slam'

Kody Clemens' thrilling walk-off grand slam on Thursday is a feat every kid growing up watching baseball dreams of pulling off someday. With the Twins trailing 3-0 and on their last out of the game, Clemens walked up to the plate at Target Field with the bases loaded.

Kody Clemens News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Kody Clemens Makes History in Twins' Dramatic Comeback Win

It may not have been Game 7 of the World Series, but it was the situation that Minnesota Twins outfielder Kody Clemens dreamed of his entire life. Being the son of legendary pitcher Roger Clemens, it's no secret that Kody was surrounded by baseball for 30 years.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / July 30

Five relievers the Twins could target to bolster their bullpen via trade

The Twins have made it clear that they plan on buying before Monday's trade deadline and are specifically targeting bullpen help. They could use two more reliable relievers to raise the floor of a unit that's been better lately but still has a very poor season ERA.

Byron Buxton News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 30

Twins Have a New Problem After Byron Buxton's Injury

Byron Buxton’s return to the injured list has created another deadline need for the Minnesota Twins. He was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a right hip impingement after the issue resurfaced during Tuesday’s win over Kansas City, only nine days after his previous absence ended.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30

Twins urged to fix self-inflicted bullpen problem before trade deadline

The Minnesota Twins are planning to buy at the MLB trade deadline coming up on August 3rd. Minnesota has won five of its last seven games, and is three games back in the AL Central.

Byron Buxton News / Field Level Media / July 29

Twins All-Star CF Byron Buxton (hip) returns to IL

Minnesota Twins All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday for the second time this month due to a right hip impingement.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / July 29

The Minnesota Twins Can’t Miss the Boat on Trading Joe Ryan

Tarik Skubal remains in the headlines, and for good reason. But teams unwilling to shell out the farm for half a season of Skubal should have Joe Ryan circled as a priority acquisition.

David Festa News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Twins’ David Festa To Undergo Thoracic Outlet Surgery

Twins right-hander David Festa will undergo surgeries on his shoulder and pectoral muscle tomorrow, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. The first will address a shoulder impingement, while the latter is to alleviate symptoms of neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / July 28