Minnesota Twins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 15

Twins' second-half strength of schedule provides reason for optimism

You have to squint a little bit to find them, but reasons for optimism as the Minnesota Twins head into the "second half" of the season are out there. At 47-49, the Twins are four games back of an AL Wild Card spot in a season that is more like 60 percent complete.

Dan Serafini News / Field Level Media / July 15

Former MLB pitcher Dan Serafini found guilty of murdering father-in-law

Former MLB pitcher Dan Serafini was found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2021 shooting that claimed the life of his father-in-law and left his mother-in-law injured.

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The 'No. 1 overall MLB Draft picks' quiz

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Joe Ryan News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 15

Joe Ryan says a trade would be 'exciting' but leaving Twins would be 'sad'

While Byron Buxton indicated Monday that he has no plans to waive his no-trade clause, fellow Minnesota Twins All-Star Joe Ryan doesn't have a no-trade clause in his contract and could very well be dealt by the July 31 MLB trade deadline.

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25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

Byron Buxton News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 15

'I'm a Minnesota Twin for life': Byron Buxton reaffirms loyalty to Minnesota

Launching bombs in the Home Run Derby Monday night in Atlanta almost was good as it gets for Byron Buxton. The 31-year-old Twins All-Star was able to make his 11-year-old son's dream of seeing him compete in the derby come true — and he got to do it just 200 miles from where he grew up in Baxley, Georgia.

Byron Buxton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Twins’ Byron Buxton shares special meaning behind Home Run Derby bat

Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton didn’t just step into the spotlight at the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby—he swung with purpose. Behind the eye-catching custom bat he used lies a deeply personal story that highlights Buxton’s return to joy after years of setbacks.

Joe Ryan News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 14

Twins not currently shopping this player in trade talks

The Twins are among nearly a dozen bubble teams around MLB with just over two weeks until the trade deadline.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 15

Mariners' Cal Raleigh shows off power in MLB HR Derby win

Five takeaways from 2025 MLB Home Run Derby

Here are five key takeaways from this year's Home Run Derby.

Kid in outfield makes unreal catch to rob Junior Caminero at HR Derby

Mariners star Cal Raleigh's magical year leads to big opportunity in 2026

Rays sale gives the franchise another shot to work in Tampa

White Sox reportedly have many suitors for this disappointing player

Padres reportedly looking to upgrade this continued weak spot

Blue Jays should ask about this DH

Noah Davis News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 14

Twins acquire righty reliever from Dodgers

The Dodgers, who designated him for assignment last week, will receive cash considerations in return.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 14

Twins' fourth-round pick would tie MLB height record if he gets there

Of all the players the Twins have selected on Day 2 of the MLB Draft, none have as unique of a trait as fourth-round pick Jason Reitz's height. The 119th overall selection out of Oregon, Reitz is a 6'11", 215-pound right-handed pitcher with a fastball that gets into the upper 90s.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 14

Tracking all the Minnesota Twins picks on Day 2 of 2025 MLB Draft

Day 2 of the 2025 MLB Draft is underway on Monday, and we're tracking all of the Minnesota Twins' picks from round 4 through round 20 as they continue to add young talent to their organization.

Byron Buxton News / Total Apex Sports / July 14

Minnesota Twins Center Fielder Byron Buxton With Historic First Half Of Regular Season

Minnesota Twins Center Fielder Byron Buxton just finished off a historic first half of the regular season. He has 21 home runs and 17 stolen bases at the All-Star break.

Jhoan Duran News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 14

Just 3 MLB arms top Duran in 100 mph heat — one is Minnesota’s own Mr. Baseball

Did you know that only three players have thrown more 100+ mph pitches than Minnesota Twins closer Jhoan Duran this season? Did you know that one of those three is reliever who was once blowing fastballs by kids in the Minnesota State High School League?

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Minnesota Twins News / 5 GOATs / July 13

Minnesota Twins select Alabama RHP Riley Quick in 2025 MLB Draft

In a draft full of quality pitchers from the SEC, another one is officially off the board. Alabama right-handed pitcher Riley Quick has been taken in the 2025 MLB Draft.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Multiple teams reportedly showing interest in pair of Twins pitchers

Virtually every contender is looking for relief help come the deadline each season, and the 2025 campaign figures to be no exception to that.

Twins' Byron Buxton hits for cycle on his own bobblehead day

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Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Twins Make Carlos Correa Decision After One Missed Game

Shortstop Carlos Correa is in his eleventh year in MLB and his fourth season with the Minnesota Twins. Correa was the first overall pick in the 2012 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros and made his major-league debut in 2015.

Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / July 12

Twins' Byron Buxton hits for cycle on his own bobblehead day

There is something about a player's bobblehead day that can bring out the best in them. Minnesota Twins All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton proved that again on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Buxton's big day carries Twins to win over slumping Pirates

Tigers limping to break as they host Mariners in first-half finale

Mets stay hot with win vs. Royals

Mariners prove strength of lineup in best performance of the year

Kyle Manzardo's home run lifts Guardians past White Sox

Three potential landing spots for Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase

Joe Ryan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 12

Twins’ Joe Ryan logs best first-half ERA in 18 years for club

Minnesota Twins ace Joe Ryan is making franchise history, and giving the team real hope approaching the second half of the season. With a 2.72 ERA over

Willi Castro News / Just Baseball / July 12

The Twins Have a Hot Trade Commodity in Willi Castro

The trade deadline always comes with a ton of discussion and a fraction of action. You line up your wish list with former All-Stars and impact players, only for your team to add a mid-leverage lefty to the bullpen.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11

Trevor Larnach's HR off Paul Skenes enough for Twins to top Pirates

Trevor Larnach belted a two-run home run and the Minnesota Twins held on for a 2-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night in Minneapolis. Larnach's blast marked the only extra-base hit for Minnesota, but that proved to be enough as the Twins took the series opener.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 11