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Twins at the 1/3 Mark: Playoff Odds, Reasons for Both Doubt and Belief

If the season ended today, exactly one-third of the way through the 2026 season, the Twins would be in the playoffs. They're just 26-28 through 54 games, so the fact that they currently occupy a wild card spot (by just 0.5 games) says a lot about the overall state of the American League.

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The Minnesota Twins are Playing Competitive Baseball

The Minnesota Twins are playing competitive baseball. They have toyed around the .500 mark 54 games into the season. The team is adjusting to new manager Derek Shelton‘s style of play quite well.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 26

The Twins' Bullpen is on Pace to Break a Weird MLB Record

The Twins' mishmash bullpen, held together with duct tape and Elmer's glue in the wake of last year's trade deadline fire sale, is on pace to break a strange MLB record.

Joe Ryan News / Athlon Sports / May 26

Joe Ryan Gets Honest About Handling Twins Trade Rumors

Joe Ryan and the Minnesota Twins are 26-28 and in third place in the American League Central going into their Tuesday matchup against the Chicago White Sox.

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / May 26

The Twins Will Go as Far as Their Bullpen Can Take Them

The Minnesota Twins are a solid team. They are currently a couple of games under .500, but they have their share of bright spots. The offense is average, but Byron Buxton is putting together another monster season.

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 / Twinkie Town / May 25

White Sox 3, Twins 1: Bats take a Memorial Day nap

Fresh off the Twins first sweep in Boston in nearly a century and back in playoff position, the Twins came into Chicago looking to keep the momentum going in a battle of two (somewhat surprising) playoff spot holders.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 25

White Sox back above .500 as Rikuu Nishida shines in MLB debut

Chicago White Sox rookie outfielder Rikuu Nishida didn't take long to leave an impression, playing a pivotal role in the team's Memorial Day win over the division-rival Minnesota Twins.

Munetaka Murakami belts 18th homer as White Sox beat Twins

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki has turned a corner over his last four starts

Teoscar Hernandez has been key to Dodgers' success

Red Sox' Garrett Crochet progressing well after injury

On deck: Braves-Red Sox, Dodgers bullpen, Anthony Volpe position switch, Corbin Carroll's triples

The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / May 25

Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Back to Our Winning Ways” Edition

Before we start with our usual fanfare, we do want to thank the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for this country to allow us to enjoy things like Memorial Day Weekend.

Orlando Arcia News / Field Level Media / May 25

Orlando Arcia praises Twins' chemistry ahead of White Sox series

The streaking Minnesota Twins were beginning to find their stride before recalling veteran second baseman Orlando Arcia from the minor leagues. Now Arcia is contributing to a group that has won four straight and 10 of 14 entering Monday's opener of a four-game set at the Chicago White Sox.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 24

Twins Sweep Red Sox at Fenway for First Time in Over 30 Years

The Minnesota Twins are red-hot. A 6-5 win on Sunday afternoon against the Red Sox gave them their first sweep at Fenway Park since 1994, and they're now in sole possession of an American League wildcard spot at 26-27.

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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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 24

Twins turn back clock to 1994 with Red Sox sweep

For over two decades, the Minnesota Twins have failed to get three straight wins against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. But after their most recent series, Minnesota has bucked their trend.

Brooks Lee News / Field Level Media / May 24

Brooks Lee, Twins fend off Red Sox to complete sweep

Brooks Lee broke a tie with a two-run single in the sixth inning to lift the visiting Minnesota Twins to a 6-5 win and a three-game series sweep over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday afternoon.

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The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

Royce Lewis News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 24

How Much Longer Will the Twins Keep Royce Lewis in Triple-A?

The Twins demoted former No. 1 overall pick Royce Lewis to Triple-A earlier this month, and it's looking like the right decision. After a disastrous stretch in the big leagues, he has seemingly refound his confidence with St.

Taj Bradley News / Minnesota Twins on SI / May 24

Why Taj Bradley’s Return Should Excite Twins Fans

Twins RHP Taj Bradley made his return from the 15-day injured list (IL) on Saturday with an impressive outing against the Red Sox, which helped extend their win streak to three games.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / May 23

Twins' 12-hit attack helps Taj Bradley handle Red Sox

The Minnesota Twins scored twice in the first inning, banged out 12 hits for the day and held on for dear life in the ninth for a 4-2 win over the host Boston Red Sox on Saturday afternoon.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23

Twins Designate Luis Garcia, Reinstate Taj Bradley From 15-Day IL

The Twins activated right-hander Taj Bradley from the 15-day injured list, and Bradley is expected to start today’s game with the Red Sox. To make room for Bradley on the active roster, Minnesota designated right-hander Luis Garcia for assignment.

Byron Buxton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 22

Twins-Braves Byron Buxton trade idea gets reality check from writer

With some believing the Minnesota Twins are flopping in the 2026 season, one could think that the team might be sellers soon and trade a player like Byron Buxton.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / May 22

2026 Transactions: Twins Promote Gonzalez, Pedro Ramirez Up With Cubs

After ripping up Triple-A for the better part of two months, Cubs infielder Pedro Ramirez was recalled by the team on May 22. Additionally, the Twins called up one of their own notable prospects, as outfielder Gabriel Gonzalez is now on Minnesota’s active roster.

Ryan Jeffers News / Yardbarker / May 22

Yankees could target an injured star before the trade deadline

The New York Yankees are showing signs of life again after a couple of tough weeks. Aaron Boone's team got off to a strong start to the campaign, and they're still sitting atop a solid 30-21 record and second place in the AL East.

Michael Harris' two-HR game powers Braves to MLB-leading 14th series win

MLB decides on punishment for Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong following confrontation with White Sox fan

One prospect each MLB team needs to promote

Chase Burns is defying the odds as an early NL Cy Young candidate in his first full MLB season

Gabriel Gonzalez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 22

Twins Recall Gabriel Gonzalez For MLB Debut

The Twins announced they’ve recalled outfielder Gabriel Gonzalez from Triple-A St. Paul. Infielder Tristan Gray has been placed on the paternity list in a corresponding move.

Bailey Ober News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Bailey Ober Just Threw 'An Ober' — Why You Should Take Him in 2026 Fantasy Baseball

Bailey Ober threw a two-hit shutout against the Miami Marlins on May 12. He needed 89 pitches. Zero walks. Seven strikeouts. He didn't allow a hit after the fourth inning.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 19

Ryan Jeffers, Emmanuel Rodriguez To Undergo Surgeries

Twins general manager Jeremy Zoll provided some updates on injured players to reporters, including Aaron Gleeman as well as Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Catcher Ryan Jeffers will undergo hamate surgery and has an expected return timeline of six to eight weeks.

Royce Lewis News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19

Twins send former No. 1 overall pick to minors

The struggling Minnesota Twins are sending a former No. 1 overall pick to the minor leagues. Royce Lewis, the first overall pick in the 2017 MLB Draft, is headed to Triple-A St.