Twins notes: All-Star break outlook, Lackey and MLB draft tidbits, my team MVP ballot
Why do things feel different for the Twins despite having nearly the same record as this same point last season? And what are their playoff chances at the break?
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The Twins Are Finding Another Way to Win The Griffin Jax Trade
The Minnesota Twins were a team on edge at this time last year. They were on the verge of falling out of contention, fearing the worst ahead of the trade deadline at the end of the month. Those concerns became valid when Minnesota traded 10 players off the 40-man roster. Those deals have had varying degrees of success.
Yankees Zeroing In On Baseball's Best Closer
The New York Yankees are expected to be among the busiest buyers at the August 3 trade deadline, and they have identified one of their biggest targets. Per Jon Heyman of the New York Post , San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller and Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers are expected to be the Yankees' top two deadline targets. "The Yankees' top two deadline targets should be All-Star closer Mason Miller, the game's top closer, and Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers," Heyman wrote. Why Miller Is So Coveted Mi...
Chicago Cubs Recent Pitcher Officially Elects MLB Free Agency After Being Let Go by Organization
The Chicago Cubs, much like all other 29 MLB teams, are enjoying their All-Star break while it lasts. Chicago will open up the back half of their regular season against the Minnesota Twins this weekend. However, just because it’s the All-Star break doesn’t stop notable roster transactions from taking place. On Wednesday, a recent Chicago […] The post Chicago Cubs Recent Pitcher Officially Elects MLB Free Agency After Being Let Go by Organization appeared first on HEAVY .
Chicago Cubs Proposed Trade for Twins’ Joe Ryan Revealed
Minnesota Twins‘ starter Joe Ryan is emerging as a top starting pitcher trade candidate ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline. If Tarik Skubal isn’t traded, Joe Ryan stands out as the best pitcher available, and he’s a pitcher that the Chicago Cubs should absolutely consider making a move for. Recently, Joe Ryan came in at […] The post Chicago Cubs Proposed Trade for Twins’ Joe Ryan Revealed appeared first on HEAVY .
KFAN: Aaron guests on "Bumper to Bumper" with Dan Barreiro
Aaron spends an hour in studio with Dan Barreiro, talking about the Twins' first half and trade deadline plans, breakfast with Tom Pohlad, and the Wolves' trade for LaMelo Ball.
How Aggressive Will the Minnesota Twins Be at the Deadline?
The All-Star break is here, and the Minnesota Twins are 48-49, sitting in third place in the American League Central and just three games out of first place. They are also tied for an American League Wild Card spot in a postseason race that remains wide open. https://twitter.com/FOX9/status/2076479657742918114?s=20 Minnesota has been one of baseball’s biggest […] The post How Aggressive Will the Minnesota Twins Be at the Deadline? appeared first on The Lead .
Did the Twins Discover How To Use Andrew Morris Just In Time?
The Minnesota Twins are one game below .500 at the All-Star break, and Andrew Morris has been a meaningful contributor to their recent success. Minnesota’s hitting has made the team the top-scoring team in the American League. But Morris’s adaptability and consistency have helped lead this team, which is 8-2 in their last 10 series.
Minnesota Twins 2026 MLB Draft Review
Reviewing the Twins' 2026 MLB Draft class, including our favorite picks, biggest gambles, key themes and more. The post Minnesota Twins 2026 MLB Draft Review appeared first on College Baseball, MLB Draft, Prospects - Baseball America .
New York Yankees Named Interested Party To Acquire $12 Million All-Star
The New York Yankees have been swirling in a variety of trade rumors in recent weeks.A few of the top names floating around the franchise include Ryan Jeffers of the Minnesota Twins, Hunter Goodman of the Colorado Rockies and Mason Miller of the San Diego Padres.But according to Kerry Miller of Bleacher Report, there’s another […] The post New York Yankees Named Interested Party To Acquire $12 Million All-Star appeared first on HEAVY .
MLB Trade Rumors: Joe Ryan to Phillies, Cubs Seeking Skubal, & No-Trade Clauses
New MLB Trade Rumors: Joe Ryan, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, Tarik Skubal, Minnesota Twins, Willson Contreras & more. The post MLB Trade Rumors: Joe Ryan to Phillies, Cubs Seeking Skubal, & No-Trade Clauses appeared first on HEAVY .
Twins Draft Recap
The Twins had a big opportunity this weekend, holding some of the biggest draft capital they have had in almost a decade. Time will tell how this group will fare in professional baseball, but there is huge potential with a handful of these draftees, and it is a class that I am quite excited to […]
The Twins’ Offense Been Among MLB’s Best Since June 1
Minneapolis – The Minnesota Twins have been playing some of their best baseball all season since June 1. They took a 21-16 record into the All-Star break, which was the third best in the American League since then, only behind the Detroit Tigers (22-14) and Boston Red Sox (21-15). Much of that can be attributed to the Twins lineup, which led the American League in runs scored this year with 471.
With Braves fans' dreams crushed, these 4 Byron Buxton backup plans make sense
Byron Buxton is not leaving the Minnesota Twins, which leaves the Atlanta Braves to scour the market for more realistic alternatives at the trade deadline.
Byron Buxton Spells It Out Again: He’s Not Leaving Minnesota
The Minnesota Twins are threatening to be buyers at the MLB trade deadline, but either way, Byron Buxton has a message.
MLB All-Star Byron Buxton gives very direct answer about waiving his no trade clause
As the MLB trade deadline draws closer, Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton has become one of the more intriguing names mentioned in trade rumors. Despite the speculation, Buxton doesn’t appear interested in going anywhere. The veteran outfielder recently gave a…
Twins midseason top 20 prospects: Lackey joins mix, Houston rises, Prielipp graduates
Where should No. 3 pick Vahn Lackey rank compared to Walker Jenkins, Kaelen Culpepper, and Emmanuel Rodriguez? Who are the system's biggest risers?
Vahn Lackey Rounds Out the Twins’ Growing Catching Depth
The Minnesota Twins had gone 25 years without selecting a catcher in the first round of the MLB Draft. In 2001, they took hometown hero Joe Mauer; this year, it’s the Georgia Tech phenom Vahn Lackey. Vahn Lackey turned 21 on July 7 and wasn’t on most people’s radar as a top-three pick heading into 2026. He had a solid sophomore season in 2025, with a .347/.421/.
Andrew Morris Has Answered A Twins Bullpen Question
Minneapolis – In a season when there were so many questions surrounding the Minnesota Twins bullpen, rookie Andrew Morris has taken hold of one of the eight spots. Andrew Morris has had his ups and downs throughout the season. However, since June 12, opponents haven’t scratched a run across him in 15 outings.
Kody Clemens Is the Twins’ First-half MVP
After the league announced the rosters for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, Sports Illustrated’s Tony Liebert offered some compelling reasons as to why we must count Kody Clemens among this year’s snubs: Clemens has played more than 12 games at second base, left field, right field and first base this season, and he has been an above-average defender at all three positions.
Minnesota Twins 2026 MLB Draft Tracker
After an up-and-down first half by the Minnesota Twins that still has them in the thick of the playoff race, it is nearly time for the All-Star Break and the 2026 MLB Draft! The Twins will have a busy first day in the draft with the third overall pick and five total day one selections. […]
Twins 4, Angels 2: Good Vibrations
Tonight, I am going to see a Beach Boys tribute-band concert. Both those Boys and our boys of summer will have one thing in common today: The Angels actually attacked first in T2 when Josh Lowe splintered Twins SP Taj Bradley’s splitter into the RCF upper deck. 1-0 LAA. But it didn’t take too long […]
Game 97: Angels at Twins
First Chuck: 1:10 PM (new anthem each week!) The Tube: Twins.TV The Dial: Treasure Island Baseball Network Spies ‘R Us: Angels Nation Yesterday, the Minnesota Twins inducted former longtime play-by-play man Dick Bremer into the team Hall of Fame. I know I’ve trod this ground before, but it seems like a good opportunity to revisit […]
2026 Minnesota Twins Draft Tracker
The Minnesota Twins made Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey the 3rd overall pick, but there's plenty more to know from the 2026 MLB Draft.
Yankees news: Top prospect George Lombard Jr. could be nearing call-up
CBS Sports | Dayn Perry: We noted yesterday that Brian Cashman was taking a close look at the Yankees’ catching situation, the club’s catchers putting in an absolutely putrid offensive performance in 2026. New York is reportedly scouting Twins backstop Ryan Jeffers, the 29-year-old impending free agent having a career year, posting a .294/.408/.540 slash […]
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