Minnesota Twins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Reports: Twins shutting down David Festa (shoulder) for rest of season

The Twins are shutting down right-handed pitcher David Festa for the rest of the 2025 season due to troubles recovering from his shoulder injury, according to reports from Minnesota beat writers like Dan Hayes and Bobby Nightengale on Tuesday.

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Checking in on 10 traded Twins and the prospects Minnesota got back

It's been just over a month since the Minnesota Twins stunned the baseball world by dealing 10 players to other teams prior to the July 31 trade deadline.

Minnesota Twins News / Sporting News / September 2

Cardinals encouraged to move on from recently claimed reliever

Former Minnesota Twins reliever could be on his way out

MLB News / Twinkie Town / September 1

White Sox 6, Twins 5

These Chicago White Sox just have the Minnesota Twins number. The Twins have now dropped three in a row to the White Sox with the season series tied 5-5.

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Mick Abel News / Minnesota Twins on SI / September 1

Twins announce trio of September call-ups; Mick Abel demoted

The calendar has flipped to September and the Minnesota Twins have announced their annual call-ups, though none are going to move the excitement needle because the farm system has been utterly exhausted since the Twins' fire sale saw 10 core players traded before the MLB trade deadline.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / September 1

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

Happy Labor Day! The Twins finally won a series, taking two games from the Padres this weekend. If you believe in miracles, the team is still mathematically in the playoffs, 10.5 games back of the Seattle Mariners.

Byron Buxton News / Field Level Media / September 1

Twins' red-hot Byron Buxton eager to face White Sox again

It has been a rough season for the Minnesota Twins, but Byron Buxton continues to produce. Buxton will look to build upon his success when the Twins open a four-game series against the Chicago White Sox on Monday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / August 31

Joe Ryan, Byron Buxton carry Twins past Padres

Byron Buxton went 2-for-5 with a homer, a double and two RBIs, and the Minnesota Twins pulled away for a 7-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / August 31

Twins 7, Padres 2: Labor of Love

If you were watching the Minnesota Twins play the San Diego Padres today without financial compensation for doing so, you are a baseball die hard. To quote John McClane: “Welcome to the party, pal!”.

Byron Buxton News / Field Level Media / August 30

Byron Buxton looks to propel Twins to series win vs. Padres

Byron Buxton might have an extra jump in his step when the Minnesota Twins take on the San Diego Padres on Saturday evening in Minneapolis. Buxton is coming off an individual milestone after he secured his first career 20-20 season -- at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases -- on Friday.

Minnesota Twins News / Inside The Diamonds / August 27

Minnesota Twins Roster Moves 8/27/25

The Minnesota Twins are out of the playoff race. They have 30 games left this year. These games will put an end to a disappointing 2025 season. The Twins are sitting in fourth place in the AL Central with a 60-72 record.

Erasmo Ramirez News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27

Twins outright veteran righty to Triple-A

He pitched nine times, tossing 11 innings with three earned runs allowed. Ramírez only punched out five of 42 batters faced. He missed bats on 7% of his offerings while averaging 89 mph on his cutter.

Walker Jenkins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 26

Minnesota Twins' No. 1 Prospect Makes Triple-A Debut for St. Paul Saints

Top prospect Walker Jenkins has moved closer to knocking on the door of the Minnesota Twins. Jenkins continued his rise through the club’s system on Tuesday, making his debut with Triple-A St.

Byron Buxton News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Twins Make Byron Buxton Move as Big Personal Moment Nears

The Minnesota Twins are now building toward the future after a complete roster overhaul at the trade deadline, following a disappointing first half of the season.

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Zebby Matthews News / Just Baseball / August 26

Can Zebby Matthews Make an Impact in 2026?

If you are a Minnesota Twins fan, there is not exactly a lot to look forward to in the near future. One bright spot, however, is the young talent that now have space to shine.

Walker Jenkins News / New Baseball Media / August 25

Minor League Transactions: Walker Jenkins Promoted to Triple-A

With less than a month to go in the 2025 Minor League season, the Twins are giving Walker Jenkins some more time to play. Minnesota officially promoted the 20-year-old to Triple-A on August 25, putting him one step closer to the Majors.

Walker Jenkins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Twins’ top-rated prospect closer to MLB debut after latest move

The Minnesota Twins’ top prospect, Walker Jenkins, has officially moved one step away from the majors after being promoted to Triple-A St. Paul, according to Bobby Nightengale of The Minnesota Star Tribune.

Twins promote Taj Bradley, designate Erasmo Ramirez

The Twins announced that right-hander Taj Bradley has been called up from Triple-A St. Paul, and will start Sunday's game against the White Sox. In the corresponding roster move, Minnesota designated right-hander Erasmo Ramirez for assignment.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / August 24

State of the Minnesota Twins Farm System After the Fire Sale

The 2025 trade deadline brought sweeping change to the Minnesota Twins organization. In a series of blockbuster moves, the front office dealt away multiple big-league contributors — including Jhoan Duran, Carlos Correa and Griffin Jax — in what can only be described as a full-on fire sale.