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Twins Still Have One Major Need With Trade Deadline An Hour Away

The Minnesota Twins have made it clear that they were buyers at this year’s MLB trade deadline. They started by acquiring pitcher Dean Kremer and veteran left-handed reliever A.J.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Where Things Stand with Mets' Remaining Trade Chips

The New York Mets made one of the first noteworthy moves of MLB trade deadline season on Friday, moving reliever A.J. Minter to the Minnesota Twins for two prospects.

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Minnesota Twins Just Signaled Their Trade Deadline Intentions

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Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Twins Make Move After A.J. Minter Trade

The Minnesota Twins finalized a series of roster moves Saturday after acquiring left-handed reliever A.J. Minter, officially activating the veteran while optioning rookie right-hander Zebby Matthews to Triple-A St.

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Twins rumors: Minnesota still not done after Dean Kremer, AJ Minter trades

The Minnesota Twins remain active before Monday’s MLB trade deadline after acquiring right-hander Dean Kremer and left-handed reliever A.J. Minter in separate deals.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 1

Four Bullpen Arms Minnesota Twins Could Target at Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Twins completed a much-needed trade for a bullpen arm by striking a deal with the New York Mets for A.J. Minter. The deal comes days after general manager Jeremy Zoll told reporters that the Twins would be buyers at the trade deadline.

MLB News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 31

What A.J. Minter Trade Means for the Twins' Playoff Chances

The Minnesota Twins made their decision long before completing the trade for A.J. Minter. They decided this season was still worth chasing. At 55-55, the Twins have moved beyond any discussion of selling at the trade deadline.

New York Mets News / Lindy's Sports / July 31

Mets Trade Deadline Firesale Sets Up Future Moves

The New York Mets have been a major disappointment this season, and the team began its sell-off ahead of the August 3 MLB Trade Deadline. New York was expected to compete for a playoff spot this season after last year's disappointment.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 31

Twins Acquire Veteran Left-Handed Reliever to Help Beleaguered Bullpen

The Minnesota Twins have acquired left-handed reliever A.J. Minter from the Mets to bolster their beleaguered and much-maligned bullpen. In return, Minnesota sent infield prospects Billy Amick and Bruin Agbayani to New York.

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Twins announce themselves as buyers by trading for Mets lefty A.J. Minter

The Minnesota Twins established themselves as buyers before the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline by acquiring left-handed reliever A.J. Minter from the New York Mets late Thursday night.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / July 31

Reports: Mets deal reliever A.J. Minter to Twins

The New York Mets have begun their expected sell-off of veterans in the final days before the trade deadline, and the first deal is bringing a familiar last name back to Queens.

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New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

Mets trade for the son of a former fan favorite

The New York Mets are closing a generational loop. New York agreed late Thursday night to trade reliever AJ Minter to the Minnesota Twins, Jon Heyman of The New York Post reports.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Twins To Acquire A.J. Minter

The Mets and Twins are reportedly in agreement on a trade that’ll send veteran reliever A.J. Minter to Minnesota for minor league infielders Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / July 20

Mets' A.J. Minter Gets Honest Amid Trade Rumors

A.J. Minter's transition to New York has not panned out the way he or the New York Mets anticipated. Minter signed a two-year, $22 million deal with the Mets in January 2025 after spending the first eight seasons of his career with the Atlanta Braves.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 21

How A.J. Minter’s Return Could Transform the Mets' Bullpen

Help is on the way for the Mets, this time in the form of a consistent bullpen arm. The Mets signed former Brave A.J. Minter during the 2024 offseason, with expectations that he would become their primary left-handed reliever, setting up Edwin Díaz.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 6

Mets' A.J. Minter Suffers Setback in Rehab

A.J. Minter's return to the New York Mets will be bit on hold for a little bit longer. Mike Puma of the New York Post reported on Wednesday that Minter suffered a setback in his rehab with left hip discomfort and will now be reevaluated in a few days.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 3

Mets Should Have This A.J. Minter Concern

Lefty reliever A.J. Minter has been progressing on his rehab assignment, which will come to an end on Thursday, May 7. Pitching for Low-A St. Lucie, High-A Brooklyn and Triple-A Syracuse, Minter has posted a 1.17 ERA, a 0.78 WHIP and four strikeouts across eight appearances and 7.2 innings.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 29, 2025

Mets reliever Minter considering drastic, season-ending measure

Mets reliever A.J. Minter considering drastic, season-ending measure

The New York Mets may soon be without one of their top relievers for the rest of the season.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 17, 2025

A.J. Minter signs with Braves NL East rival

According to Andy Martino, Braves fan favorite A.J. Minter is signing a free agent deal with the New York Mets. It is pending a physical, which is notable considering Minter underwent hip surgery that ended his season, but if nothing is flagged, the deal is worth $22 million over two years, per Joel Sherman of The New York Post.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 7, 2025