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Twins announce trio of September call-ups; Mick Abel demoted

The calendar has flipped to September and the Minnesota Twins have announced their annual call-ups, though none are going to move the excitement needle because the farm system has been utterly exhausted since the Twins' fire sale saw 10 core players traded before the MLB trade deadline.

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Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Back to Our Winning Ways” Edition

Happy Labor Day! The Twins finally won a series, taking two games from the Padres this weekend. If you believe in miracles, the team is still mathematically in the playoffs, 10.5 games back of the Seattle Mariners.

Byron Buxton News / Field Level Media / September 1

Twins' red-hot Byron Buxton eager to face White Sox again

It has been a rough season for the Minnesota Twins, but Byron Buxton continues to produce. Buxton will look to build upon his success when the Twins open a four-game series against the Chicago White Sox on Monday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Twins News / Field Level Media / August 31

Joe Ryan, Byron Buxton carry Twins past Padres

Byron Buxton went 2-for-5 with a homer, a double and two RBIs, and the Minnesota Twins pulled away for a 7-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

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MLB News / Twinkie Town / August 31

Twins 7, Padres 2: Labor of Love

If you were watching the Minnesota Twins play the San Diego Padres today without financial compensation for doing so, you are a baseball die hard. To quote John McClane: “Welcome to the party, pal!”.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 31

Taj Bradley shows improvement in second Twins start, Mick Abel shelled

Two of Minnesota's top trade acquisitions from this year's deadline fire sale were back in action on Saturday night, and they had two very different performances.

MLB News / Twinkie Town / August 30

Padres 12, Twins 3: Seventh-Inning Wretch

Baseball. What is it? Well, if it’s anything like the bowl of miso soup I had last night, it used to be pretty good! But, it’s over now. Tonight, the Twins hung with the San Diego Padres for the first half of tonight’s Saturday evening contest.

Gabriel Gonzalez News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 30

Twins prospect Gabriel Gonzalez, just 21 years old, is on fire at Triple-A

The Twins' January 2024 trade of infielder Jorge Polanco to the Seattle Mariners could end up paying off for both teams. Polanco is having a solid second season in Seattle; he's hit 21 home runs for a Mariners team that currently holds the final wild card spot in the American League.

Byron Buxton News / Minnesota Twins on SI / August 30

Byron Buxton had a surprising career first in Twins' win over Padres

If you've watched the Twins closely, you've probably heard this surprising stat: Byron Buxton, one of the fastest players in all of baseball, had never stolen third base.

Byron Buxton News / Field Level Media / August 30

Byron Buxton looks to propel Twins to series win vs. Padres

Byron Buxton might have an extra jump in his step when the Minnesota Twins take on the San Diego Padres on Saturday evening in Minneapolis. Buxton is coming off an individual milestone after he secured his first career 20-20 season -- at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases -- on Friday.

Minnesota Twins News / Inside The Diamonds / August 27

Minnesota Twins Roster Moves 8/27/25

The Minnesota Twins are out of the playoff race. They have 30 games left this year. These games will put an end to a disappointing 2025 season. The Twins are sitting in fourth place in the AL Central with a 60-72 record.

Erasmo Ramirez News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27

Twins outright veteran righty to Triple-A

He pitched nine times, tossing 11 innings with three earned runs allowed. Ramírez only punched out five of 42 batters faced. He missed bats on 7% of his offerings while averaging 89 mph on his cutter.

Walker Jenkins News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 26

Minnesota Twins' No. 1 Prospect Makes Triple-A Debut for St. Paul Saints

Top prospect Walker Jenkins has moved closer to knocking on the door of the Minnesota Twins. Jenkins continued his rise through the club’s system on Tuesday, making his debut with Triple-A St.

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Zebby Matthews News / Just Baseball / August 26

Can Zebby Matthews Make an Impact in 2026?

If you are a Minnesota Twins fan, there is not exactly a lot to look forward to in the near future. One bright spot, however, is the young talent that now have space to shine.

Walker Jenkins News / New Baseball Media / August 25

Minor League Transactions: Walker Jenkins Promoted to Triple-A

With less than a month to go in the 2025 Minor League season, the Twins are giving Walker Jenkins some more time to play. Minnesota officially promoted the 20-year-old to Triple-A on August 25, putting him one step closer to the Majors.

Walker Jenkins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Twins’ top-rated prospect closer to MLB debut after latest move

The Minnesota Twins’ top prospect, Walker Jenkins, has officially moved one step away from the majors after being promoted to Triple-A St. Paul, according to Bobby Nightengale of The Minnesota Star Tribune.

Twins promote Taj Bradley, designate Erasmo Ramirez

The Twins announced that right-hander Taj Bradley has been called up from Triple-A St. Paul, and will start Sunday's game against the White Sox. In the corresponding roster move, Minnesota designated right-hander Erasmo Ramirez for assignment.

Minnesota Twins News / Just Baseball / August 24

State of the Minnesota Twins Farm System After the Fire Sale

The 2025 trade deadline brought sweeping change to the Minnesota Twins organization. In a series of blockbuster moves, the front office dealt away multiple big-league contributors — including Jhoan Duran, Carlos Correa and Griffin Jax — in what can only be described as a full-on fire sale.

Alan Roden News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Rookie Twins outfielder weighing having thumb surgery

The 25-year-old sprained a ligament in his left thumb, which he aggravated last week on a headfirst slide.

Minnesota Twins News / Bring Me The News / August 13

Pohlad family won't sell the Minnesota Twins after all

The Pohlad family is no longer selling the Minnesota Twins. Around ten months after announcing it would be looking for new ownership after 40 years at the helm, the Pohlads released a statement on Thursday saying that it will move forward as the principal owners of the team.