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1 Player Each NFL Team Should Consider Trading Before the 2026 Season

As part of their job, general managers listen to trade offers, even if they don't intend to make a roster move. In some cases, those inquiries materialize into headline deals, and that's exactly what happened on Monday.

Twins land veteran arm in trade with NL Central challenger

The Minnesota Twins added bullpen depth Monday night, acquiring right-hander Justin Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash considerations. The trade gives Minnesota a veteran reliever with velocity, movement, and a different look for its late-inning mix. Lawrence, 31, brings a sidearm delivery and heavy sinker to the Twins’ bullpen. Pittsburgh designated him for assignment […] The post Twins land veteran arm in trade with NL Central challenger appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Four runs, then four more: Twins flatten White Sox 9-6

The White Sox had their shot early, but two brutal four-run frames from the Twins turned this one into a slog. The Good Guys wasted a golden chance right away. Sam Antonacci reached on a boot, Miguel Vargas doubled, and suddenly it was second and third, nobody out in the top of the first. Then […]

Vikings send touching tribute to Larry Fitzgerald Sr. after passing

The NFL world is dealing with the loss of journalist Larry Fitzgerald Sr at age 71. He was the father of former NFL receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr. Fitzgerald spent most of his career covering the Minnesota Vikings. Upon learning of his passing, the Vikings put out a statement offering their condolences. “The Vikings organization is […] The post Vikings send touching tribute to Larry Fitzgerald Sr. after passing appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Pirates Trade Justin Lawrence To Twins

The Twins announced they’ve acquired reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pirates for cash. Pittsburgh designated the right-hander for assignment last week. Minnesota already had an opening on the 40-man roster and doesn’t need to make a corresponding move tonight. Lawrence is out of minor league options, so the Twins will need to add him to the […]

Twins 9, White Sox 6: Fifty shades of Tristan Gray

No pitchers, no problem. As long as you have Tristan Gray on your team, he’ll give you enough runs to make sure your suddenly shaky pitching staff can pound the strike zone with ease. It wasn’t all the Twins’ journeyman infielder, but he’s already had a few big swings when they needed it most this […]

Twins’ Tristian Gray joins surprising club with 2nd grand slam of 2026 MLB

The Minnesota Twins received a major swing from Tristan Gray on Monday night, as the utility infielder joined one of the more unexpected groups of the 2026 MLB season. Gray launched his second grand slam of the year during Minnesota’s matchup with the Chicago White Sox at Target Field. Gray delivered the blast in the […] The post Twins’ Tristian Gray joins surprising club with 2nd grand slam of 2026 MLB appeared first on ClutchPoints .

How Much Is the Twins’ Pitching Depth Being Tested?

Minneapolis – The Minnesota Twins received some good news on the pitching front on Monday. Right-handed starter Bailey Ober, who the Twins placed on the injured list on Sunday with a right forearm strain, was officially diagnosed with a mild flexor strain. They will shut him down for 10 to 14 days, general manager Jeremy Zoll shared on Monday. “We are gonna have Dr.

Cole Sands To Start Rehab, Ryan Jeffers Progressing Well Post-Surgery

Minneapolis – The Minnesota Twins will be getting one of their relievers back in the near future. Before Monday’s game against the Chicago White Sox, Twins manager Derek Shelton shared that right-handed pitcher Cole Sands will begin a rehab assignment on Tuesday with Triple-A St. Paul. Sands, 28, has been out since April 29 with a right forearm strain. He had a 4.

Game Thread: White Sox (32-27) at Twins (27-33)

The vibes on the South Side have shifted in a hurry. The White Sox enter tonight’s matchup with the Twins riding a 6-1 week that included a statement sweep of the Tigers. Now comes another test against an AL Central rival, as Chicago heads to Minnesota looking to keep the momentum rolling. The challenge won’t […]

Game 61: White Sox at Twins

First Pitch (CT): 6:40 PMTV: Twins.TVRadio: TIBN/830 WCCO/102.9 The Wolf /Audacy AppKnow Yo’ Foe: South Side Sox Seems like just a week that vibes were high as we went into a heated playoff clash with the upstart Chicago White Sox. Well, after losing 3/4 in that series, getting swept by the Pittsburgh Pirates, and losing […]

Nuggets rumors: The Nikola Jokic reason that complicates a Christian Braun trade

The Denver Nuggets have some big decisions ahead of them this offseason as they look to bounce back from a brutal first round exit against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets were clearly lacking in both athleticism and size in that series, which was a particularly rough one for shooting guard Christian Braun. Braun’s massive contract […] The post Nuggets rumors: The Nikola Jokic reason that complicates a Christian Braun trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Fun While It Lasted” Edition

After the good vibes from the previous week, reality hit the Twins like a semi truck, and now they are looking at a five-game losing streak. On the injury front, promising rookie Kendrys Rojas and Bailey Ober are hitting the 15-day IL. At the same time, Simeon Woods-Richardson was DFA’d earlier this week, so it […]

The Vikings Gained Some Cap Room Today

It was the late-20th Century philosophers Bone Thugs-n-Harmony who once took pleasure in reminding us to wake up because it is, in fact, the first of the month. But on this particular 1 June, the Minnesota Vikings are giving themselves a bit of breathing room under the salary cap thanks to a couple of transactions […]

Why Do the Wild Have A Minor League Team In Jacksonville?

What do an arena in St. Paul, an arena in Des Moines, and one carved along the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Fla., have in common? Starting next October, they will all be part of the Minnesota Wild's developmental pipeline. The State of Hockey is heading to the Sunshine State. On May 1...

Nolan Teasley Hired, J.J. McCarthy’s Mood, & What It All Means for the Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings made waves this off-season by hiring Nolan Teasley, the Seattle Seahawks’ Assistant General Manager and a two-time Super Bowl champion, as their new General Manager. On this episode of Two Old Bloggers, Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano break down why this hire matters, what Teasley brings from Seattle’s championship culture, and the […]

The Wild Should At Least Explore A Jack Hughes Trade

The Minnesota Wild should at least explore a trade for Jack Hughes, even if the odds of landing him are slim. He’s a 24-year-old, elite first-line center with game-breaking speed, playmaking, and the kind of offensive ceiling that can change a franchise’s direction overnight. Hughes is also under co...

Pirates sweep Twins and drop some social media bragging

It’s a been a while since the Pittsburgh Pirates have had bragging rights over just about anyone, but that has changed this year, as the Bucs are currently rolling along with a 32-28 record and have moved into third place in the NL Central following a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins over the weekend. […]