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Twins' Walk-Off Win May Have Changed Everything at the Trade Deadline

Going into the final week of action, the Minnesota Twins were teetering on the line as to whether or not they would be buyers or sellers this trade deadline.

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GM Zoll says Twins will be buyers at trade deadline, seeking bullpen help

A few hours before Royce Lewis electrified the Target Field crowd with a two-out, two-run, walkoff triple to bring the Twins back to .500, general manager Jeremy Zoll made it clear that the team plans on buying, not selling, prior to Monday's MLB trade deadline.

Joe Ryan News / Field Level Media / July 29

Rested Joe Ryan returns as Twins chase series win vs. Royals

The Minnesota Twins will need right-hander Joe Ryan at full strength down the stretch in hopes of contending for an American League postseason spot. After a brief pause in his routine, Ryan (6-6, 3.38 ERA) will look to get back on track in the second contest of a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday in Minneapolis.

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Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 29

Josh Bell Believes Twins Are Worth Reinforcing at Trade Deadline

Josh Bell believes the Minnesota Twins should reinforce their roster, not dismantle it again. After watching last year’s deadline break apart the clubhouse, Bell told Foul Territory that Minnesota’s players are focused on proving they belong together.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Jeremy Zoll News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Twins’ Jeremy Zoll drops ‘clear on the direction’ declaration before trade deadline

Following Royce Lewis’ two-run walk-off triple in Tuesday’s divisional battle versus the Kansas City Royals, the Minnesota Twins (54-54) have pulled within a half game of the final American League Wild Card slot and are only two games behind the Chicago White Sox for first place in the AL Central.

Royce Lewis News / Field Level Media / July 28

Royce Lewis' 2-run triple gives Twins walk-off win over Royals

Royce Lewis hit a walk-off two-run triple on Tuesday, lifting the Minnesota Twins to a 3-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals in Minneapolis. Kansas City's Alex Lange (1-6) allowed Victor Caratini's leadoff single and Brooks Lee's one-out walk in the ninth before striking out Ryan Kreidler.

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.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Twins Announce Byron Buxton Update During Royals Game

The Minnesota Twins would be lost without center fielder Byron Buxton. Now in his 12th season with the franchise, he has continued to operate as one of the most impactful players in the league.

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Luke Keaschall News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 28

Twins’ Luke Keaschall's Biggest Challenge Is Still the Quality of His Contact

Some skills usually take years for a young hitter to develop. Learning to control the strike zone, laying off pitches outside it, and forcing pitchers to work deep into counts is often a long process, even for elite prospects.

Jack Anderson News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 28

Twins Recall Jack Anderson After Disappointing Reliever Heads to Injured List

Sometimes, the hits just keep coming and that is surely the case here. The Minnesota Twins were forced to make another pitching change on Tuesday as injuries continue to plague their staff.

Cole Sands News / Field Level Media / July 28

Twins place RHP Cole Sands (elbow) on injured list

The Minnesota Twins placed right-hander Cole Sands on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a right elbow strain, just two days after activating him from the IL for a right forearm strain.

Derek Shelton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 27

Twins’ Josh Bell drops honest review of Derek Shelton as playoff push intensifies

The Minnesota Twins remain firmly in the postseason race, and veteran first baseman and designated hitter Josh Bell believes first-year manager Derek Shelton has played a major role in keeping the club in contention.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 27

Twins rumors: Ken Rosenthal confirms Minnesota likely won’t trade Byron Buxton, Joe Ryan

The Minnesota Twins are all of a sudden in the thick of the playoff race in the American League. Prior to getting back into the playoff race, there were rumors of the Twins moving Joe Ryan and Byron Buxton at the MLB Trade Deadline.

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / July 26

Twins Make Roster Move for A’s Series Finale

The Minnesota Twins made multiple roster moves before Sunday's series finale against the Athletics, reinstating Connor Prielipp and Cole Sands from the 15-day injured list while placing rookie right-hander Mike Paredes on the injured list with a left oblique strain.

Joe Ryan News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Twins’ Joe Ryan Scratched With Arm Fatigue

Right-hander Joe Ryan will not start tonight against the Athletics, manager Derek Shelton told reporters, including Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com. Ryan is dealing with arm fatigue.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 25

Byron Buxton reportedly would waive his no-trade clause for 1 team

Byron Buxton might be taking some inspiration from LeBron James and heading to The City of Brotherly Love. The Minnesota Twins star Buxton would waive his no-trade clause to come to the Philadelphia Phillies, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports this week.

Orlando Arcia News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

Twins Release Orlando Arcia

The Twins have moved on from veteran infielder Orlando Arcia. The 31-year-old was released from Triple-A St. Paul’s roster, as noted by Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star Tribune.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 24

Tarik Skubal sends big message to Tigers, interested teams as trade deadline approaches

As The Athletic noted for a piece published on Thursday, Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is seen as "the main character of" the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. But how does Skubal feel about it?

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Phillies giving former Yankees draft pick a chance amid search for fifth starter

Mets, Clay Holmes yet to have extension talks, and it makes sense

Red Sox plan to be aggressive buyers with eyes set on two top-notch players

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Mets 'concerned' after Juan Soto injury scare against Dodgers

Byron Buxton News / Yardbarker / July 20

Byron Buxton's return to Twins lineup comes ahead of pivotal stretch against Guardians

The Minnesota Twins have reinstated Buxton from the 10-day injury list ahead of a crucial series against the Cleveland Guardians.

Twins, Guardians each seek cleaner baseball entering series

Cubs rack up 10 runs in first four innings to smother Twins

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Minnesota Twins News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18

Twins blow a late comeback attempt with most pathetic baserunning mistakes

Ruben Rivera is somewhere smiling at the Minnesota Twins right now. The Twins played on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs. In the ninth inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill., the Twins were down 6-2 but were threatening to make a comeback with runners on first and second base and nobody out.