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Joe Ryan could return to Twins' rotation as soon as Monday in Detroit

The Twins may be getting their ace back before the end of their six-game road trip, which begins on Friday night in Chicago. Joe Ryan could return to Minnesota’s rotation as soon as Labor Day in Detroit, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic.

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Twins Reveal Lineup for Series Opener as Zebby Matthews Faces White Sox

The Minnesota Twins now begin a road trip, starting with three games against the Chicago White Sox. If the Twins still have any hope of playing October baseball, this weekend's series is key.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / September 4

Byron Buxton Shares Injury Update as Season-Ending Decision Nears

Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton is facing a difficult decision as he continues dealing with a hip issue that will eventually require surgery. Despite that reality, Buxton is not ready to shut things down just yet.

MLB News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 4

Twins Set Pitching Probables for White Sox Series: How to Watch, TV, Injured List

The Minnesota Twins keep plugging along and trying to stay in the American League wild card race. But this weekend they reach a pivot point. The Twins (67-73) head to Chicago for a three-game series with the White Sox (73-67) and are three games behind the Cleveland Guardians for the final AL wild card berth.

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Kyler Fedko News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4

Pirates To Sign Kyler Fedko To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have agreed to a minor league contract with outfielder Kyler Fedko, as first reported by Rich Walsh of KDKA-TV. Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette confirmed the news, noting that Fedko will formally sign his contract tomorrow.

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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.

Luke Keaschall News / Bring Me The Sports / September 3

Twins' Luke Keaschall has All-Star upside — if he can fix his defense

Ever since a brutal April, Luke Keaschall has been the offensive machine the Twins were hoping he could be after his promising 2025 debut and a huge spring training.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 3

Twins Should Move Dean Kremer to Bullpen When Joe Ryan Returns

Every game for the Twins matters. Each game going down the stretch could come down to a single pitch. Every pitcher needs to be as close to perfect as possible.

Byron Buxton News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 3

Byron Buxton Likely To Require Offseason Hip Surgery

Twins star Byron Buxton has been out for the past nine days due to a right hip impingement, and while he’s not calling it a season yet, the three-time All-Star and former Platinum Glove center fielder tells Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star-Tribune that he’ll likely require surgery in the offseason.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The Sports / September 3

Missed opportunities doom Twins in 4-hour, 12-inning, 41-player marathon

Wednesday night’s series finale between the Twins and Tigers at Target Field had a little bit of everything. After the Twins dominated the first two games of the series by a combined 26-3 margin, this one was far more competitive and required over four hours to determine a winner.

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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.

Ben Ross News / Just Baseball / September 3

The Interesting Case of Twins Prospect Ben Ross

Minnesota Twins prospect Ben Ross has certainly not taken a linear route to the big leagues. But through perseverance, he might be just what the team needs.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 3

Twins Takeaways: Minnesota Wastes Comeback in Crushing Loss to Tigers

The Minnesota Twins failed to sweep the Tigers, dropping the series finale 11-6 in 12 innings and falling to 67-73 on the season. It was a game that saw a near-improbable comeback, and then a demoralizing extra-innings collapse.

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Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / September 3

Tigers 11, Twins 6 (12 inn.): It’s too late to apologize

Now it’s over; play it off. Had to play a longer night, Came to show a lot of fight On a Wednesday We would rather forget. Hitting started off weakly, Staying hitless ‘til we got into Inning four, ere which the Tigers Had a pair break through.

Royce Lewis News / Field Level Media / September 2

Royce Lewis, Twins 'feeling good' ahead of finale vs. Tigers

The Minnesota Twins suddenly look like a team poised to make a playoff push. The Twins (67-72) moved within 3 1/2 games of the Cleveland Guardians for the final wild-card spot in the American League by hammering the Detroit Tigers 15-2 on Tuesday in Minneapolis.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 1

10-run inning sparks Twins to second straight rout of Tigers

Royce Lewis went 3-for-4 and belted a three-run homer in a 10-run sixth inning as the Minnesota Twins smashed the Detroit Tigers 15-2 on Tuesday in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Viral Sports News / September 2

Minnesota Twins Cut Ties With 26-Year-Old Power Hitter

The Minnesota Twins designated 26-year-old outfielder Kyler Fedko for assignment on Tuesday, clearing a 40-man roster spot for infielder Ben Ross, whose promotion from Triple-A St.

Garrett Acton News / Bring Me The Sports / September 1

Twins add utility man Ben Ross and reliever Garrett Acton as September call-ups

With MLB active rosters expanding from 26 to 28 players on Tuesday, the Twins have made utility man Ben Ross and right-handed reliever Garrett Acton their two September call-ups.

Walker Jenkins News / Just Baseball / September 1

The Time Has Arrived: Walker Jenkins Is Finally With the Twins

The Minnesota Twins announced Thursday that they were promoting their top prospect, Walker Jenkins, from their Triple-A affiliate, the St. Paul Saints.

Walker Jenkins News / EasySportz / September 1

Walker Jenkins Debuts as Twins Call Up Star Prospect

Walker Jenkins is finally here, and the Minnesota Twins need him now more than ever. Byron Buxton’s hip injury lingers, leaving a massive hole in the lineup that no one can ignore.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Twins To Select Ben Ross

The Twins are planning to select the contract of infielder Ben Ross when roster expand tomorrow, reports Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star-Tribune.

Byron Buxton News / Yardbarker / August 30

Twins place slugger Byron Buxton back on IL with hip injury

Byron Buxton just can't seem to steer clear of the injured list.

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Walker Jenkins News / New Baseball Media / August 28

What to Expect from Twins Outfielder Walker Jenkins

Walker Jenkins was one of the Minors’ hottest hitters in August 2026. On August 28, the Twins pulled the trigger and promoted Jenkins, a former first-round pick and the arguable top prospect in the system.

Kaelen Culpepper News / Yardbarker / August 25

Twins' Kaelen Culpepper is making the most of his MLB promotion

Since making his MLB debut with the Minnesota Twins on Aug. 7, rookie Kaelen Culpepper has been on an offensive tear. He has 17 hits in his first 14 games, including a double and two home runs.

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