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Costly error breaks open pitcher's duel as Twins drop another to Guardians

Pablo Lopez was nearly unhittable through six innings, but his throwing error in the seventh inning helped the Cleveland Guardians break open a pitcher's duel and pull away for a 4-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday in Cleveland.

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Former Twins first-round pick, moved in Sonny Gray trade, set for MLB debut

Former Minnesota Twins first-round pick Chase Petty will make his first MLB start for the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday evening. Traded to Cincinnati in the March 2022 deal that brought Sonny Gray to Minnesota, the 22-year-old Petty could have a bright future in the big leagues.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / April 30

A Letter to the Minnesota Twins Next Owner

It's a great time to be a Minnesota sports fan. The Lynx recently made it to the WNBA finals, the Vikings had a 14-3 regular season, the Timberwolves are in the midst of their second consecutive playoff run, and the Wild are enjoying their fifth trip to the postseason in six years.

Luke Keaschall News / Twins Daily / April 30

One Twins Prospect May Be Following in Luke Keaschall’s Footsteps

Luke Keaschall has gotten significant attention over the last calendar year for his breakout performance and quick ascent through the organization. Now, another recent draftee may be following in Keaschall’s footsteps.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

The 'MLB home run leaders from 2024' quiz

The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

Walker Jenkins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 30

Twins' top prospect Walker Jenkins can't shake nagging ankle injury

If Walker Jenkins is going to rise fast through the Minnesota Twins' farm system, he's going to need his ankle to start cooperating. On Tuesday, the Twins revealed negative news on the club's No.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / April 29

Guardians 2, Twins 1: Manzardo walks it off

A quiet night at the plate for both sides ended in a bang, with the Twins on the losing end. The only run the Twins could get tonight against Cleveland starter Tanner Bibee was a solo homer by Ty France in the 5th inning.

Byron Buxton News / Minnesota Twins on SI / April 29

Buxton makes amazing catch but Cleveland beats Twins on walk-off homer

Kyle Manzardo saw three pitches from Louis Varland and he parked the last 364 feet away from home plate into the right field stands for a walk-off homer, giving the Cleveland Guardians a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins Tuesday night at Progressive Field.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / April 29

Guardians 2, Twins 1: Long, Dry Rain Delay Begets Short, Dry Walkoff Loss

A mostly rainless three-hour rain delay threatened to wreck the Minnesota Twins' momentum, and simultaneously turn the event into a Wednesday morning game.

Luke Keaschall News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 29

Minnesota Twins Hear the Bad Injury News About One of Their Top Prospects

Luke Keaschall, the No. 3 prospect in the Minnesota Twins farm system, was contributing for the big club in his first week of MLB action. But then, he was hit by a pitch in his right forearm, causing a nondisplaced fracture.

Luke Keaschall News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Twins Provide Brutal Update on Breakout Prospect After Record Start

It was a dream start to the MLB career of Minnesota Twins 2023 second-round pick Luke Keaschall. In the 22-year-old's first five big league games, he tied an MLB record dating back to "at least 1901." Keaschall was also batting a red-hot .368 before a pitch struck his right forearm during an at-bat against the Los Angeles Angels on April 25.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / April 29

Minnesota Twins April Minor League Standouts: A New Pitching Prospect Emerges at Cedar Rapids

We’re a full month into the MiLB season. Let’s take stock of some notable performances from Twins prospects in the month of April.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29

Twins Notes: Keaschall, Wallner, Lewis, Jeffers

Top prospect Luke Keaschall provided a spark to a listless Twins lineup upon his initial call to the majors. The 2023 second-rounder has done nothing but hit since moving from Arizona State to pro ball, and the majors were no exception.

Brooks Lee News / Twins Daily / April 29

Brooks Lee Is Back To Being Brooks Lee

Injuries have presented Brooks Lee with an opportunity again this season, after he did little to seize one in 2024. While his surface-level numbers are unimpressive, Lee looks like a different player in 2025.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / April 28

Bailey Ober, Twins hand Guardians another lopsided loss

Bailey Ober allowed one run over 7 2/3 innings and Edouard Julien set the pace for Minnesota's big offensive night with a leadoff homer as the Twins won their fourth straight, 11-1 over the host Cleveland Guardians on Monday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 28

Twins try to bring positive vibes to Cleveland after strong homestand

Following a highly successful homestand, the Minnesota Twins hope to carry that solid play over to the road, where they've struggled out of the gate. Perhaps they're catching the suddenly struggling Cleveland Guardians at the right time Monday night, when the Twins aim for a fourth consecutive victory.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 27

Sunday's MLB stars of the day: Sunday scaries

Another week of MLB concluded with the Philadelphia Phillies' 3-1 win over the Chicago Cubs in extra innings on "Sunday Night Baseball."

Nick Lodolo sharp as Reds sweep MLB-worst Rockies

Tarik Skubal excels as Tigers complete sweep of Orioles

Red-hot Andy Pages adds four more hits as Dodgers top Pirates

Joe Ryan fans 11 as Twins shut out Angels

The most overpaid & underpaid players at every MLB position

The 'Old baseball stadiums' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / April 27

Joe Ryan fans 11 as Twins shut out Angels

Joe Ryan threw seven scoreless innings, Ryan Jeffers and Ty France each drove in two runs and the Minnesota Twins posted a 5-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / April 26

After injury, Twins former first-round pick is making an impact

After missing the first 15 games of the 2025 MLB season with a lumbar strain, infielder Brooks Lee is showing that he can make an impact for the Twins.

Twins rookie infielder suffers major injury after getting hit by pitch

Athletics right-hander lands on IL with elbow inflammation

Mets reliever likely to land on IL after exiting game with triceps soreness

White Sox complete rare trade with crosstown rival Cubs

Dodgers snatch a potential impact arm from Yankees

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 26

Twins rookie infielder suffers major injury on HBP

Twins rookie infielder suffers major injury after getting hit by pitch

The righty-hitting infielder has raked since entering pro ball as a second-round pick in 2023.

Twins place Willi Castro on IL

Twins outright former highly rated prospect

One player from every MLB team who will take a leap in 2025

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

Minnesota Twins News / Inside The Diamonds / April 25

Minnesota Twins Roster Moves 4/25/2025

The Minnesota Twins open a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels tonight. The Twins are coming off a series win over the Chicago White Sox, taking two of three.

Carlos Correa News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

Twins star Carlos Correa says his swing ‘sucks’ amid struggles

Carlos Correa isn’t mincing words about his early-season slump at the plate. The Minnesota Twins shortstop gave an unfiltered assessment of his swing this week, bluntly stating, “I’m dealing with my swing sucks now,” via Dan Hayes of The Athletic.

Royce Lewis News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Twins Announce Major Update on Royce Lewis Injury

As we get deeper into the MLB season, the Minnesota Twins have continued to struggle in the first 25 games of the season. With a record of 9-16, the Twins are in fourth place in the AL Central division and are six games behind the first place Detroit Tigers.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / April 24

Minnesota Twins Notebook: Byron Buxton, Louis Varland, Edouard Julien

MINNEAPOLIS — A little less than 24 hours after center fielder Byron Buxton made a spectacular catch to ensure a victory for the Minnesota Twins over the Chicago White Sox, the Twins clubhouse was not only still buzzing about the play but also what it could do to propel the franchise out of a sluggish start.

Willi Castro News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24

Twins place Willi Castro on IL

The Twins announced this morning that they’ve placed utilityman Willi Castro on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 21, with a strained right oblique muscle.