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Twins Begin Offseason Roster Shake-Up, Part Ways With 3 Players

The Minnesota Twins need roster changes this offseason. Those changes have started. The Twins announced on Thursday that they have removed three players from their 40-man roster as the offseason officially began.

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Twins Outright Three Players

The Twins removed three players from their 40-man roster Thursday, passing lefty Anthony Banda, first baseman Aaron Sabato and infielder Tristan Gray through waivers.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / October 22

Twins’ Bullpen Uncertainty Makes Anthony Banda Worth Another Look

The Minnesota Twins should examine a negotiated return for Anthony Banda before deciding that his roster spot belongs elsewhere. The left-hander’s 2026 ended after lat surgery in July.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 26

Pokikémon & Card Collecting Hobby Significantly Helped Enrique Hernández

Enrique Hernández has been an important player for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but he’s also spent a significant amount of time on the injured list over the last two seasons while dealing with various ailments.

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

Anthony Banda Undergoes Season-Ending Lat Surgery

Twins left-hander Anthony Banda is done for the year. The southpaw tells Dan Hayes of The Athletic that he had surgery on his injured lat and is done for the season.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 29

Anthony Banda To Miss Months With Significant Lat Strain

The Twins placed left-hander Anthony Banda on the 15-day injured list today. Right-hander Cody Laweryson was recalled as the corresponding move. Manager Derek Shelton tells Matthew Leach of MLB.com that Banda’s injury is significant, with his recovery to take months rather than weeks.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / June 23

Dodgers Present Anthony Banda With 2025 World Series Ring

The Los Angeles Dodgers took a trip Northeast to face the Minnesota Twins starting on Monday, where they found an old friend, Anthony Banda. The Dodgers have been busy this season handing out rings to members of their 2025 club.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 22

Watch Anthony Banda receive Dodgers 2025 World Series ring before Twins series

After the Los Angeles Dodgers blowout loss to the Baltimore Orioles with a 12-1 score, the team now faces the Minnesota Twins on Monday in a new series with a familiar face.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 2

How is Anthony Banda Doing After Dodgers Traded Him to Twins?

The Los Angeles Dodgers have seen all sorts of fan favorites come through the organization over the years. One of the more recent fan favorites to play for the Dodgers was left-handed pitcher Anthony Banda, who was a key piece to the team winning the World Series in 2024 and 2025.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 14

Anthony Banda Praises Dodgers Organization Despite 'Utter Shock' With Trade

The Los Angeles Dodgers made several moves throughout the offseason to address space on their 40-man roster, which included Anthony Banda getting designated for assignment.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 13

Twins’ Anthony Banda has nothing but love for Dodgers despite DFA

Anthony Banda floundered in the 2025 World Series, causing many Los Angeles Dodgers fans to wonder how much longer he would remain with the club. They got their answer in February.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 13

Anthony Banda Expresses Disappointment Over Dodgers Trade

Anthony Banda enjoyed two highly successful years with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The left-handed reliever helped the Dodgers to a World Series title in each season.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 16

Twins Sent $500,000 International Bonus Pool Money For Anthony Banda

The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed Ben Rortvedt off waivers earlier this month, which resulted in Anthony Banda getting designated for assignment to clear a spot on their 40-man roster.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 15

Dodgers' Message for Anthony Banda After Trade to Twins

The Los Angeles Dodgers removed multiple players from their 40-man roster throughout the offseason, which included a decision to designate Anthony Banda for assignment as a corresponding move to claiming Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 15

Dodgers Lose Player to Mets in MLB Free Agency

The Los Angeles Dodgers have not experienced many setbacks over the last two years, a stretch that has included back‑to‑back World Series titles. As the 2026 season approaches, expectations are naturally high as the club looks to cement its dynasty with a potential three‑peat.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 15

Dodgers' Message for Anthony Banda After Trade to Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 14

Anthony Banda Thanks Dodgers & Fans After Trade To Twins

Just before Spring Training officially began, the Los Angeles Dodgers traded Anthony Banda to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for international bonus pool money.

MLB News / Field Level Media / February 12

Twins acquire southpaw reliever Anthony Banda from Dodgers

The Minnesota Twins acquired left-handed reliever Anthony Banda in a trade with the Dodgers on Thursday, sending international bonus pool money to Los Angeles in the deal.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 25, 2025

Blue Jays exploit Dodgers bullpen in statement World Series win

The rubber match between Los Angeles Dodgers veteran southpaw Blake Snell and Toronto Blue Jays phenom Trey Yesavage didn’t quite go as either team had planned.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 24, 2025

Blue Jays' Addison Barger accomplishes World Series first in Game 1

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 26, 2025

Dodgers Pitcher Considered Retirement in Offseason Before Coming to LA

Dodgers pitcher Anthony Banda pitched for seven teams over parts of seven major league seasons before he joined the Dodgers in May 2024. On the surface, it would seem that finding employment has never been an issue for the 32-year-old left-hander.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 10, 2025

Anthony Banda, Stephen Nelson Participate In Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Legacy Scholars Ceremony

The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation recently celebrated their fourth cohort of Legacy Scholars during a special ceremony and visit at Dodger Stadium. Dodgers broadcaster Stephen Nelson and Anthony Banda accompanied LADF chief executive officer Nichol Whiteman in addressing the esteemed group of 10 students.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 3, 2024

Unbelievable Story on How Dodgers Pitching Staff Turned Around Reliever's Career

Months before Anthony Banda struck a paper towel dispenser out of frustration in the Los Angeles Dodgers clubhouse, he found himself at a significant crossroads in his career.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 19, 2024