Minnesota Twins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Twins rumors: Royce Lewis joins Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan as potential trade candidate

The Minnesota Twins are sitting in the middle of the pack in the AL Central. There have been plenty of trade rumors about the Twins moving Byron Buxton and Joe Ryan this season if they cannot make it back into the playoff race.

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Monday Morning Minnesota: The “In Buck We Trust” Edition

Summer has officially started, and the Twins are feeling hot, with a 5-1 record last week! A sweep against the Rangers and a 2-1 series win over the Diamondbacks

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 22

Former Yankees pitcher set to receive honor at 2026 ESPYs

Former Yankees pitcher Jim Abbott set to receive well-deserved honor at 2026 ESPY Awards

Abbott inspired many throughout his 10-year MLB career.

Yankees minor leaguer cost his team a game with the most embarrassing effort

Jazz Chisholm had the wildest explanation for not wearing a cup

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 22

Twins Set to Launch Official Dance Crew, a Rare Move in MLB

While it remains to be seen if the Minnesota Twins will be buyers or sellers at the MLB trade deadline next month, the promotional side of the business has invested in new talent.

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

MLB News / NBC Sports / June 21

Watch: Minnesota Twins vs. Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB SUNDAY LEADOFF HIGHLIGHTS | MLB on NBC | 6/21/26

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 21

Twins rally in 7th, hold off Diamondbacks

A three-run seventh inning propelled the visiting Minnesota Twins into the lead and they held on for a 4-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Father's Day Sunday.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 21

Fortunate Bounce Helps Twins Claim Third Straight Series Victory

Behind some clutch two-out hitting and one fortuitous bounce of the baseball, the Twins rallied from a late deficit and beat the Diamondbacks 4-2 in Sunday afternoon's rubber match.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / June 21

Twins 4, Diamondbacks 2: The old Bell and chain

(to match the theme with Zach’s anthem, here’s another song that was performed on Family Guy) Well, the series began with the very first game: The win was Arizona’s; And the series went on with a second game rout, A kick to their cojones.

Byron Buxton News / NBC Sports / June 21

Watch: Byron Buxton providing star power for Minnesota Twins offense | MLB Sunday Leadoff | MLB on NBC

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.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 21

Twins Designate Justin Lawrence, Activate Kendry Rojas

The Twins announced that right-hander Justin Lawrence has been designated for assignment. The move opens a spot on Minnesota’s 26-man roster for Kendry Rojas, as the left-hander has been activated from the 15-day injured list.

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 21

With rash of hurt pitchers, D-backs' Jose Cabrera to make MLB debut vs. Twins

The Minnesota Twins have seen the bottom half of their batting order do considerable damage through the first two games of their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 21

Buxton's Grand Slam Highlights Twins' Season-High 16 Runs in Win Over D-Backs

The Twins scored a season-best 16 runs in a blowout win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night, with Byron Buxton's 24th homer of the season — a grand slam — being the biggest highlight of the offensive explosion.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 21

Byron Buxton slam in 10-run fifth propels Twins to rout of Diamondbacks

Byron Buxton's grand slam highlighted a 10-run fifth inning for the Minnesota Twins, allowing them to coast to a 16-8 win against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night in Phoenix.

Mick Abel News / Minnesota Twins on SI / June 20

Mick Abel Injury Setback Is the Latest Blow to the Twins

Mick Abel, who appeared set to return to the Minnesota Twins' starting rotation, will not be returning after suffering a setback, according to the Minnesota Star Tribune's Bobby Nightengale Jr.

Joe Ryan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Phillies’ perfect trade offer for Twins’ Joe Ryan

The Philadelphia Phillies came into 2026 with championship aspirations, but a thin rotation has revealed a critical vulnerability. Philadelphia’s path back to the World Series runs directly through a trade deadline upgrade.

Drew Smith News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Drew Smith To Opt Out Of Deal With Twins

Right-hander Drew Smith is opting out of his minor league deal with the Twins, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. If Minnesota doesn’t give him a roster spot, he’ll become a free agent in the coming days.

Byron Buxton News / Total Pro Sports / June 19

Byron Buxton Refuses To Be Traded From Minnesota Amid Rumors

The Minnesota Twins front office held a fire sale of nearly all their most valuable assets at the trade deadline last year after giving up on their playoff bid.

Byron Buxton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Twins’ Byron Buxton ‘don’t give a f***’ about trade rumors

The Minnesota Twins have plenty to consider before the MLB trade deadline arrives on Aug. 3. They are just 36-40 through almost three months of the 2026 campaign, but they are heating up and trail the Toronto Blue Jays by only one and a half games for the final American League Wild Card berth.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18

Orlando Arcia Accepts Outright Assignment With Twins

Veteran infielder Orlando Arcia went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment by the Twins, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. He had the right to elect free agency but will instead accept an outright assignment to Triple-A St.

Byron Buxton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Twins rumors: The potential only ‘scenario’ Byron Buxton will be traded before deadline

While the Minnesota Twins are just 4.5 games back in the AL Central with their 35-40 record, the franchise is focused on their future. Which is why outfielder Byron Buxton has found himself in trade rumors once again.

Joe Ryan News / Yardbarker / June 17

Three potential landing spots for Twins' Joe Ryan

Minnesota Twins pitcher Joe Ryan has become one of the top highly sought-after aces on the trade market this season.

Three potential landing spots for Giants' Luis Arraez

Four players Red Sox should move and one they should keep at trade deadline

Yankees highlight list of potential Seiya Suzuki trade landing spots

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Twins No. 2 Prospect Suffers Injury Setback

Injuries have been a common occurrence for several Minnesota Twins top prospects this season. Minnesota's No. 1 prospect and MLB Pipeline's No. 11 overall prospect, outfielder Walker Jenkins, began a rehab assignment on Saturday after missing more than a month with a left shoulder sprain.

Royce Lewis News / Just Baseball / June 17

The Twins Need This Version of Royce Lewis to Stick Around

When the Minnesota Twins sent Royce Lewis down to Triple-A St. Paul, many thought it was the beginning of the end for the once top prospect. After much initial hype, devastating injuries, moments of true greatness, and a prolonged slump, many thought the bloom was off the rose forever.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / June 9

Don’t Count Out the Minnesota Twins Just Yet

It’s hard to consider a team whose record stands at 30-37 as successful, but the 2026 Minnesota Twins have turned some heads this year. Predicted by many, myself included, to lose 100 games this season, they surprisingly find themselves in third place in the American League Central standings.