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Despite some lackluster defense in 2024, the Minnesota Twins have doubled down on keeping their young slugger at third base. So, is this his last chance to stay at the hot corner long-term?

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 27

Royce Lewis grabs attention with heartwarming autograph swap for kids

Want another reason to root for Royce Lewis? The 25-year-old former No. 2 overall pick is catching positive attention this spring after starting a new tradition where he asked kids for their autographs in exchange for his signature.

Minnesota Twins News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Twins Star Royce Lewis Making Headlines for Class Act

Due to injuries, 2017 first overall pick Royce Lewis hasn’t seen the field for more than 82 games in any of his three years in the MLB, leaving people wondering what success he could have in a full season.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 24

Watch: Royce Lewis hits Twins' first home run of spring training

Who else but Royce Lewis would hit the Twins' first home run of spring training? In the second inning of Monday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays, Lewis was all over a 1-0 pitch from Zack Littell, crushing it over the wall in left field.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / February 20

Minnesota Twins' Royce Lewis Gets Back to His Roots

The Twins' young star needed a winter of quiet to get off the rollercoaster that has been his career to this point, and find his way back to himself. He's in a new frame of mind this spring.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 17

Minnesota Twins player with most to prove in 2025 isn't who you think it is

Which player on the Minnesota Twins has the most to prove in 2025? While one might expect the easy answer to be Royce Lewis after his 2024 season burst into flames almost immediately after he claimed "I don't do that slump thing," it's a fellow infielder whose regression was baffling last season.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / February 13

What Royce Lewis and Byron Buxton's Big Losses of Swing Speed Tell Us—and Don't Tell Us

Two of the Twins' biggest stars saw their swing speeds decrease in 2024. That's a big deal, but it might be fixable—and it might be telling us something else.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 12

Twins' Royce Lewis striving for healthy, productive season in 2025

A healthy, productive season from Royce Lewis could be a massive game-changer for the Twins' outlook in 2025. He's part of their trio of star position players, along with Carlos Correa and Byron Buxton, who have a chance to rack up huge numbers and lots of wins if they can just stay on the field for 120+ games.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / February 5

Royce Lewis Ultimately Destined to Play… First Base?

Last season the Minnesota Twins put Royce Lewis at second base out of the blue, and he wasn’t a big fan. The thought of learning a new position on the fly, in the midst of a division race, didn’t sit well.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / January 25

Minnesota Twins Worried About Overwhelming Royce Lewis Again

This weekend is the annual “Twinsfest” celebration at Target Field, which always signals the start of a new season. As we inch closer and closer to another Minnesota Twins spring training, news and rumors surrounding our favorite baseball team are becoming more and more frequent.

Minnesota Twins News / Twinkie Town / January 9

Twins Agree to Terms with All Arbitration-Eligible Players

From Royce Lewis to Justin Topa, the Twins have cost certainty as the offseason starts to wrap up. The Twins have come to terms with all 11 of their arbitration-eligible players on the deadline to submit arbitration figures.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / December 20

Royce Lewis Feeling Better Prepared for Twins Season + Position Change

Last season was a frustrating one for Royce Lewis. The Minnesota Twins fell apart down the stretch, and his own performance was all over the map. The young star vocalized some of his emotions at the end of the year, and it was clear that the offseason would provide a chance to reset.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / December 16

3 Reasons Why the Minnesota Twins Should Approach Royce Lewis About a Contract Extension

The Twins and Royce Lewis are coming off a disappointing end to the 2024 season. Here are three reasons why now might be the right time for the two sides to work on a contract extension.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / December 11

Twins remain confident Royce Lewis can handle switch to second base

Are the Twins in the process of moving young star Royce Lewis to second base? It's an option the front office is keeping open as the team looks to fill it's hole at second base, which the Twins think Lewis can handle.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / December 10

Twins, Royce Lewis Preparing for Another Position Change

Last season Royce Lewis wasn’t a fan of being shuffled around the diamond. Still, he begrudgingly made the move, at least a couple times, during the Minnesota Twins’ failed attempt to stay afloat in the 2024 American League playoff race.

Minnesota Twins News / Twins Daily / November 12

Twins Trade Candidate Breakdown: Royce Lewis

The young infielder might have the highest value of any trade piece the Twins can move this offseason. So, should the Twins move on from their former first-overall draft pick?

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 11

Twins contemplating positional move for former No. 1 pick

Twins contemplating permanent positional move for former No. 1 overall pick

Minnesota briefly experimented with shifting his position late in the season, but a more permanent move is under consideration.

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Minnesota Twins News / Fastball on SI / November 7

Royce Lewis Could Change Things Up in 2025 For the Minnesota Twins

Heading into 2025, there is a chance that the Minnesota Twins could use slugger Royce Lewis at second base. Twins' President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey said that it's all dependent on how the team's offseason plays out, but they have thought about Lewis potentially spending more time at second and less at third.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27

Watch: Twins' Royce Lewis homers off Cy Young favorite in second game back from injury

Royce Lewis officially made his return to the Minnesota Twins, homering in his second game back from injury.

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Minnesota Twins News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / July 2

Twins' Royce Lewis Appears To Take Shot At Guardians Record

Up to this point, there hasn’t appeared to be any bad blood on the field between the two clubs; there have just been a lot of hard-fought games. However, it only takes one comment to change the narrative and provide bulletin board material for the other club.

Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / June 20

Twins third baseman could be MLB's next superstar

He has quickly become one of the best shows on the diamond, and he kept up his torrid pace on Thursday. He blasted a solo home run in the third inning, his ninth in 15 games this season, in a 7-6 extra-innings loss to the Rays.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 20

MLB home run props for Thu. 6/20: Let's see some action from Jackson

We cashed a +330 ticket on Royce Lewis to go yard on Wednesday night, and we're looking for back-to-back winning days to keep the streak going. Let's check out our three favorite HR bets for Thursday's MLB slate.

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 3

Twins option former top prospect to make room for return of budding star

The Twins made a roster move that will see the demotion of one former top prospect to make room for the return of another.

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Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 20

Young Twins star 'heading in the right direction' with quad rehab

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis is in the clear for baseball activities as he continues his rehab from a quad injury suffered on Opening Day.

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Minnesota Twins News / Larry Brown Sports / March 30

Twins' Royce Lewis out at least a month with 'severe' injury

The Minnesota Twins are loaded up with plenty of talent, but it has not consistently been able to stay on the field in recent years. That trend already re-emerged on Saturday.

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