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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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Twins Name Walker Jenkins, Adrian Bohorquez Minor League Players of the Year

One of the top prospects of the Minnesota Twins, Walker Jenkins, was named Twins Minor League Player of the Year. After a solid season that propelled him

Trevor Larnach News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 1

The Twins Player Most Likely to Be Traded This Offseason

If the Minnesota Twins trade a player from their Major League roster this offseason, Trevor Larnach is the most logical candidate. He hit well enough in 2026 to attract interest, but the club has younger outfielders to develop and pitching needs to address.

Bryan Abreu News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 1

The Twins Wanted Bryan Abreu: Does It Still Make Sense to Bet on Him?

On Aug. 2, just hours before the trade deadline, a report began generating comments among Houston Astros and Minnesota Twins fans. According to the report, both teams had agreed to a trade that would send Twins outfielder Trevor Larnach to Houston in exchange for Astros right-handed reliever Bryan Abreu.

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The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 3,000-hit club' quiz

The '2026 HR leaders by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most MLB Playoff-RBIs' quiz

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.

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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.

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 / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 1

Twins Offseason Content Hub: Free Agents, Needs, Targets, Trades & Decisions

The Minnesota Twins enter the offseason with their offense and bullpen as the biggest issues still needing to be addressed. After the Twins were buyers at the trade deadline, they collapsed in the second half and fell fully out of contention by the middle of September.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / October 1

2026 Twins All-System Team

Last week, I released my 2026 Twins Minor League Awards, so go check that out if you haven’t! This week, I am continuing to recognize the top performers in the Twins organization with an all-system team, building a roster of the top minor league performers in the Twins system this season.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 30

Who Replaces the Twins Departing Free Agents?

Replacing Ryan Jeffers would test how much the Minnesota Twins value offense from a position where dependable alternatives are scarce. Jeffers, A.J. Minter, and Taylor Rogers have expiring contracts, while Josh Bell’s $10 million mutual option makes his potential departure conditional.

Liam Hendriks News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 30

Former Twins Pitcher Liam Hendriks Announces Retirement After Remarkable Career

Former Minnesota Twins pitcher Liam Hendriks officially announced his retirement from baseball. After 14 seasons in the Major Leagues, Hendriks is closing the book on his MLB career that included three All-Star selections, two American League Reliever of the Year awards, and one of baseball’s most remarkable comeback stories.

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

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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.

Liam Hendriks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Liam Hendriks Announces Retirement

In a very amusing and self-deprecating post on his Instagram page, veteran reliever Liam Hendriks has announced his retirement after 14 big league seasons.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28

Four potential managerial candidates for Mariners

The Seattle Mariners are officially looking for a new manager. Here are four potential candidates.

The 'MLB player name riddles' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27

Season-finale loss to Twins knocks Rangers out of playoff race

Josh Bell hit a two-run home run and drove in three to lead the host Minnesota Twins to a 6-4 season-ending win over the Texas Rangers on Sunday. The loss eliminated the Rangers (80-82) from the American League West title race and the playoffs.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 25

Twins batter Jacob deGrom, roll past Rangers

Luke Keaschall went 4-for-5 with a double, a triple and three RBIs, and the Minnesota Twins pulled away for a 10-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Friday night in Minneapolis.

Don Cooper News / Viral Sports News / September 25

Former Minnesota Twins Pitcher Dies

Don Cooper, who made his major-league debut with the Minnesota Twins and later became one of baseball’s most recognizable pitching coaches, died Tuesday, Sept.

Minnesota Twins News / Stadium Rant / September 25

What Walker Jenkins And Kaelen Culpepper Have Shown Twins Fans In 2026

The Twins began 2026 with several top prospects on the cusp of a major league debut and despite injuries delaying several of them we still got to see what the future of this team may look like.

Ryan Kreidler News / Field Level Media / September 23

Twins' Ryan Kreidler braces for emotional finale vs. Giants

The Minnesota Twins' final road game of the season could end with Ryan Kreidler getting a hug from his father, as the Northern California product and his teammates complete a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday afternoon.

Minnesota Twins News / The Lead / September 22

Twins Will Turn to Young Core in 2027 After Late-Season Collapse

The Minnesota Twins entered the Aug. 3 trade deadline at 56-57, just one game out of the final American League wild-card spot. With the postseason within reach, the Twins added pitchers A.J.

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / September 21

Minnesota Twins Part Ways With Former First-Round Pick

The Minnesota Twins designated catcher Alex Jackson for assignment on Monday, opening a 40-man roster spot for first baseman Aaron Sabato’s first major league promotion, the team announced.

Royce Lewis News / Just Baseball / September 18

Is this the end of the road for Royce Lewis as a Minnesota Twin?

Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis took the hard road to the major leagues. A top draft pick and a coveted prospect, his path has been blocked by a pandemic, severe injuries, several operations, and a question about his character.

Aaron Judge News / Yardbarker / September 17

Yankees reveal Aaron Judge's injury status after concerning exit vs. Twins

The hearts of fans of the New York Yankees sank in the sixth inning of Wednesday's loss to the Minnesota Twins when Heliot Ramos stepped to the plate.

Yankees part ways with fan-favorite utilityman Oswaldo Cabrera

Dodgers announce reason for Blake Snell's early departure

Why Yoshinobu Yamamoto should start first game of postseason for Dodgers

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Pete Alonso

Report reveals Rafael Devers’ future with Giants