The Minnesota Twins, coming off a loss, hold a 70-79 record and sit third in the AL Central. Despite a strong showing from Trevor Larnach, who posted a .462 average and 1.533 OPS over the last week, the team's recent 7-13 stretch has dampened their postseason aspirations. As they prepare to face the New York Yankees, the Twins will look to Taj Bradley, whose development into a reliable starter has been a bright spot amid a challenging season. 🎰 Playoff odds: 5% chance of making the playoffs,...
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Joe Ryan struggled again against the Guardians, allowing four runs in four innings as the Twins fell 9-2, further dimming their playoff hopes. Ryan's early exit and the Twins' 70-79 record leave them teetering on the brink of postseason elimination.
Ryan's struggles against Guardians continue as Twins' playoff hopes fade
mlb.comFanarchy Field Notes • Steven Kwan set the tone early with a solo homer in the 1st, giving the Guardians a 1-0 lead that they never relinquished. 💥 • Minnesota Twins starter Joe Ryan worked 4 innings, allowing 4 earned runs with 1 strikeouts. • Tanner Bibee was sharp for the Guardians, tossing 6.2 innings with 2 earned runs and 7 strikeouts. A solid bounce-back after his last two outings. • Trevor Larnach provided a glimmer of hope with a solo homer in the 7th, but the Twins still trailed 6-2...
Royce Lewis left the game against the Guardians with left shoulder soreness after five innings. He was replaced by Victor Caratini at first base. Lewis's performance this season has him slashing .230/.297/.688.
Lewis exits with left shoulder soreness against Guardians
mlb.comTaj Bradley is proving his worth in the Twins' rotation, delivering six scoreless innings in a recent game against the Guardians. His consistency, evidenced by 13 quality starts this season, is solidifying him as a key playoff-caliber pitcher. 🏆
Taj Bradley Has Become A Steadying Presence In the Twins’ Rotation - Zone Coverage
zonecoverage.comThe Minnesota Twins, currently holding a 70-78 record and sitting third in the AL Central, are coming off a win against the Cleveland Guardians. This recent victory was bolstered by solid performances from Trevor Larnach and Kody Clemens, who have been key contributors over the past week with OPS figures of .895 and .878, respectively. As they prepare for another matchup against the Guardians, the Twins have made a roster adjustment by recalling outfielder Emmanuel Rodriguez, aiming to inject...
Fanarchy Field Notes • Kody Clemens kept the momentum alive, driving in the go-ahead run with a single that brought Luke Keaschall home, putting the Twins up 2-1. • Royce Lewis followed suit, adding to the lead with another single to score Brooks Lee. Twins now led 3-1 after a stunning 3rd inning. • Victor Caratini got hit by a pitch, allowing Kody Clemens to score and extend the lead to 4-1. Not your everyday way to score, but it counts! • Connor Prielipp pitched effectively through 5.1...
Game-tying shot, first big league hit, first RBI—Rodriguez went straight to the good parts.
Game-tying shot, first big league hit, first RBI—Rodriguez went straight to the good parts.
Transaction Alert: Minnesota Twins activated CF Emmanuel Rodriguez. 📢
The Twins promoted outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez, who boasts a .914 OPS, from Triple-A. Rodriguez, ranked No. 4 in the Twins' system, will debut against the Guardians. Infielder Ben Ross heads back to St. Paul to make room. ⚾
Twins call up outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez
mlb.comMLB Trade Rumors (Twins): Twins Promote Emmanuel Rodriguez For MLB Debut
Twins Promote Emmanuel Rodriguez For MLB Debut
mlbtraderumors.comThe Minnesota Twins, currently holding a 69-78 record, are coming off back-to-back losses, with recent defeats against the Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers. Despite some offensive sparks from Kody Clemens and Ryan Jeffers, the team's bullpen struggles with walks have been a recurring issue, contributing to their current standing. As they prepare to face the Guardians again, the Twins are without Byron Buxton, who is sidelined for the season due to hip surgery, adding to their challenges....
Fanarchy Field Notes • Taj Bradley put forth a stellar performance, throwing 6 scoreless innings with 6 strikeouts, but the bullpen couldn't hold the lead late, allowing 3 runs in the 9th. 😩 • Royce Lewis gave the Twins a brief lead in the 2nd with a sharp double, bringing Kody Clemens home. It felt promising, but just wasn't enough. • The Guardians flipped the script in the 7th, with Angel Martínez launching a two-run homer to put Cleveland ahead 2-1, turning the tide in their favor. •...
The Twins' Wild Card hopes dimmed as they fell 5-2 to the Guardians. Despite Taj Bradley's strong six innings, the bullpen faltered, allowing three ninth-inning runs. Minnesota's playoff chances are slipping, now 5.5 games behind Cleveland. ⚾️
Twins can't hold on in crucial game vs. Guardians amid Wild Card race
mlb.comMinnesota Twins Series Preview: Cleveland Guardians First game: vs Cleveland Guardians on September 11, 2026 Opponent: 74-73, 2 in AL Central The Cleveland Guardians are in a tight race, sitting two games behind the division-leading White Sox and clinging to the final wild-card spot. With a record of 74-73, they're coming off a loss to the Orioles, and their offense has been inconsistent, averaging 4.6 runs per game since August 1. José Ramírez is in a slump, hitting just .125 over his last...
Byron Buxton's 2026 season is over as he prepares for hip surgery next week. With the Twins trailing in both the AL Central and Wild Card race, this setback dims their playoff hopes. Buxton's 25 homers won't be adding to that tally this year.
Buxton to undergo season-ending hip surgery next week
mlb.comByron Buxton's season is over as he undergoes hip surgery. Manager Derek Shelton confirms the procedure, aiming for Buxton's return in 2027. With the Twins' playoff hopes dwindling, focus shifts to next season. 🏥
Byron Buxton To Undergo Season-Ending Hip Surgery
mlbtraderumors.comThe Minnesota Twins, currently holding a 69-77 record and sitting third in the AL Central, are coming off a loss as they prepare to face the Cleveland Guardians. Recent performances have seen Josh Bell and Kody Clemens leading the charge offensively, each with two home runs and a .286 average over the last week, though the team remains 4.5 games back in the wild card race. With Austin Martin returning from injury and Gabriel Gonzalez optioned to St. Paul, the Twins are looking to shake things...
The Twins' last game before 9/11 saw a thrilling 3-2 win over the Tigers on Sept 10, 2001. Torii Hunter's clutch triple set up the victory, marking a poignant moment in history as the team played in a world that was about to change forever.
The last Twins game before the world wobbled
twinkietown.comDespite not being called up, Aaron Sabato shone with career highs in HRs, doubles, OPS, and slugging in 2026 with the St. Paul Saints. His leadership and spirit made him a clubhouse favorite, even as the Twins opted for Royce Lewis at first base.