Minnesota Twins vs. Houston Astros - July 07, 2024

Astros to blame for why RF Cam Smith not progressing as expectedA deeper dive inside Cam Smith's advanced metrics tell a tale of stagnation, not progress. It seems likely not skipping the AA & AAA levels would have helped

Twins' September call-ups present an unfortunate truth for Matt WallnerMatt Wallner's days with the Twins could be numbered.

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

Dana Brown's public comments post Astros dismissal highlight his failures as GMBrown's appearance on MLB Radio raised some serious eyebrows about his tenure in Houston.

Astros Bypassing Mike Burrows Promotion with Ronel Blanco Raises Legitimate QuestionsBurrows hasn't given length, but his results have been far better than Blanco's.

Twins DFA injured outfielder after failed MLB audition to make room for September call-upHe will be released.

Twins lose reliever after he failed to fix his biggest problemHe's returning to his home country.

Wild AL Wild Card Race 🏁

One month left and it keeps getting crazier 🎥

3 red-hot Astros minor leaguers who pushed hard for a September call-upMLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 on September 1st. For the Houston Astros, that means much-needed reinforcements are on the way. Houston had an excellent week,

Twins get positive injury update on Joe Ryan, but it might be too lateRyan's return might not be enough to save the Twins this year.

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Walker Jenkins's call-up may have lit a fire under another top Twins prospectWalker Jenkins made his highly-anticipated debut for the Minnesota Twins this weekend and the excitement is understandable. After picking up his first big leagu

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Twins 11, Tigers 1: Keaschall KhaosLuke Keaschall led the Twins on a much-needed big offensive night.

White Sox vs. Astros (08/31/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 6-3 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

Tigers vs. Twins (08/31/2026)

Full highlights from Minnesota Twins' 11-1 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

Twins reportedly make underwhelming decisions on September call-upsThe Twins will add two players to their active roster on Tuesday.

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Game 138: Tigers at TwinsTaj Bradley and the baby Twins are back in action tonight!

Zebby Matthews is making a strong case to be in the Twins' rotation next yearMatthews flirted with perfection against the White Sox in his last start.

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Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Walkerrrrr Jenkinnnnsss” EditionThis should turn out better than that WoW raid.

Twins History: Kirby Puckett had one of baseball's greatest games in win over BrewersLet's take a trip down memory lane.

Why Twins' Alan Roden deserves another look in the majorsRoden's expected stats suggest he could be much better than his actual results.

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

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Astros look even more foolish amid Nate Pearson's ridiculous Royals runNate Pearson is on a ridiculous run with the Royals, proving that the pitching-needy Houston Astros gave up on him too soon.

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

Twins News: Wild Card standings after White Sox series, Byron Buxton to IL, Woo-Suk Go clears waiversHere's a Twins news roundup after Minnesota defeated Chicago at Target Field on Sunday.

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Twins 5, White Sox 1: Laundry DayZebby & Josh fold the Whites

White Sox vs. Twins (08/30/2026)

Full highlights from Minnesota Twins' 5-1 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

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Game 137: White Sox at TwinsThe continuing adventures of Firpo & Goose

Twins make inevitable Byron Buxton decision as top prospect returns to MLBAs expected, the Twins placed Buxton on the IL.

The Twins player who could benefit most from Walker Jenkins' call-upWalker Jenkins' promotion could benefit the entire Twins roster. But one player in particular could benefit more than anyone else.

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Snoopy's Wild First Pitch 😭Classic Joe Cool 🎥

Former Twins playoff starter is surprisingly thriving with RoyalsAfter years of mainly pitching in the minors, the right-hander is posting strong numbers with Kansas City in 2026.

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Predicting Jeremy Peña’s next contract after his August swoon with AstrosHouston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena has one year left until he's a free agent, and his August struggles look to really have hurt potential mega contract

Former Twins reliever's tumultuous season continues with Yankees DFAIt's been a wild year for the former Twins right-hander.

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White Sox 3, Twins 2: The Down DeepYour best source for quality Minnesota Twins news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros vs. Mets (08/29/2026)

Watch the Game Highlights from Astros vs. Mets, 08/29/2026 🎥

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Twins Injury Update: Byron Buxton could undergo offseason surgery, Joe Ryan nearing rehab assignmentHere's the latest injury news on the Twins' two biggest stars.

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Astros have done themselves no favors with Jim Crane's Joe Espada meddlingJim Crane has done little to suggest Joe Espada won't be out of a job at the end of the season, and the Houston Astros are worse off because of it.

White Sox vs. Twins (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Chicago White Sox' 3-2 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

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Game 136: White Sox at TwinsYour best source for quality Minnesota Twins news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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The Minnesota Twins have several options for September call upsSeptember call-up options offer a mix of prospects and experienced depth options for the stretch run.

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

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Astros may already have Bryan Abreu replacement before free agency hitsBryan Abreu is a free agent at the end of the season and the rise of AJ Blubaugh means the Houston Astros don't need to pay the big bucks to bring him back

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Former Twins prospect opens up about being traded to Blue Jays in Jeff Hoffman dealThe southpaw headlined Toronto's return in the Hoffman trade.

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White Sox 7, Twins 4: Walker Jenkins does not singlehandedly save season (yet)Still, the kid got his first hit and the fans were pretty loud every time he came up to bat.

White Sox vs. Twins (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Chicago White Sox' 7-4 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

Astros vs. Mets (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 3-1 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

Walker Jenkins 1st MLB Hit 👏

Twins' top prospect reaches milestone with family in attendance

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Game 135: White Sox at TwinsIn which the Twins face the division leaders, and I make a hopeless plea for a Quiet Day at the ballpark.

Is this still Byron Buxton's Twins team, or are we seeing a changing of the guard?Byron Buxton has been the unquestioned face of the Twins for years, but calling this “his team” might not be so automatic anymore.

Twins' former first-round pick would benefit from a change of sceneryIt's hard to imagine he's in the Twins' long-term plans.

Yordan Chasing History 👑

Astros slugger looking to be only the 2nd Triple Crown winner since 1967

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Awful AL West Still Dangerous 👀What went wrong and why there's still hope for MLB's worst division 📲

Byron Buxton’s latest injury setback gives Twins fans a painful truthMinnesota Twins fans may never see Byron Buxton replicate his 2025 season.

Twins' ideal lineup for Walker Jenkins' long-awaited MLB debutIt's officially Walker Jenkins time in Minneapolis.

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New MLB Team Grades 🔠Updated report cards for every team with 1 month to go 📲

How does Brooks Lee fit into the Twins' long-term plans?With plenty of talented infielders in the Twins organization, where does Lee fit into the team's long-term plans?

Twins' Walker Jenkins promotion could be the shot in the arm Minnesota desperately needsMinnesota needs something to change, and now Twins Territory is going to see the player they've been asking for.

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The 2006 Twins wobbled but didn’t fall down in AugustMaladies mount, but the deficit decreases!

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4 biggest Astros X-factors who could make-or-break their playoff chancesThese Houston Astros players could be sneaky important when it comes to the Astros' playoff aspirations in 2026.

Twins' Walker Jenkins promotion may have come too lateWe're excited to see him in the majors, but it's too bad it took this long.

Yankees Lose Series to Astros 📉

Cole surrenders 3 ER, as offense can't answer 🎥

Twins high-leverage reliever is struggling at the worst possible timeThree blown outings have put the Twins in a bad spot in the standings.

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Twins top prospect Walker Jenkins to debut FridayMinnesota’s top prospect finally got the call as the Twins try to make one final playoff push.

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Breaking down Yordan Alvarez's chances of winning Triple Crown for Astros in 2026Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is leading the AL in all the big offensive categories. Here's a realistic look at his Triple Crown odds.

Twins' busy trade deadline backed them into a corner with Walker JenkinsAfter buying at the deadline, the Twins had to call up Walker Jenkins.

Twins Call Up Top Prospect

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Walker Jenkins gives Tom Pohlad the perfect chance to show the Twins have changedMinnesota Twins owner Tom Pohlad can "go big" by calling up Walker Jenkins.

Updated AL Wild Card standings and playoff odds after Twins lost Athletics seriesTwins fans are starting to lose hope.

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DSL Twins 2026 Season RecapA few highlights from the 2026 DSL Twins campaign.

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September Call-Ups to Watch 👀10 players who can make a late-season impact for a contender 📲

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4 biggest Astros mistakes that were made during the Dana Brown eraDana Brown made many mistakes at the helm of the Houston Astros, but these four stand out as the biggest, as well as ones that the team will keep paying for.

Twins' top catching prospect Vahn Lackey already turning heads 2 games after promotionMinnesota recently promoted Lackey to High-A Cedar Rapids.

Athletics 7, Minnesota Twins 4: Morris meltdownFor the second straight Wednesday & third time in his last five outings, a rotten Andrew Morris inning costs the Twins.

Twins vs. Athletics (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-4 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

Astros vs. Yankees (08/26/2026)

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Game 134: Minnesota Twins at AthleticsMinnesota can’t sweep, but they can still win the series.

Way-too-early Twins playoff roster prediction as team fights for Wild Card spotWho's in, and who's out?

Astros' late rally against Yankees doesn't change Houston's Ethan Pecko problemThe Houston Astros survived a wild 9-7 comeback win over the Yankees, but Ethan Pecko's second MLB start revealed the same command issues that have plagued him.

Twins’ fear of a potential lockout shouldn’t hold back Walker JenkinsHistory shows a potential lost season of development shouldn't keep the Twins from calling up their top prospect.

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🗣️ Latest on Ketel Marte ♨️ Executive hot seat 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Former Twins catcher is on an insane run with Red Sox but could still lose his roster spotThis is unexpected!

Byron Buxton's familiar fate vs. A's could open the door for Walker Jenkins' Twins arrivalThe Twins will reevaluate Buxton on Wednesday.

Every Team's Biggest Red Flag 🚩Breaking down warning signs across the league 📲

4 general manager candidates Astros should look at to fill void left by Dana Brown firingWith the Houston Astros' GM role open, its time to start the search for the next one now. Here are a few names that could garner some interest.

FanSided's front office grades show how much Twins changed perception after trade deadlineThe Twins' front office is much more popular than it was before the season.

Athletics 4, Twins 2: Bats go coldTaj Bradley threw an immaculate inning, and Byron Buxton hurt his hip again, because we can’t have nice things.

MIN at OAK Game Highlights

Oakland Athletics vs. Minnesota Twins - 08/25/2026

Taj Bradley's Immaculate Inning 🤯

Pitcher throws first one in Twins history

Game 133: Twins at AthleticsThe Twins can clinch a series win tonight against the A’s.

Astros Take Down Yankees 🚀

Houston gets narrow win behind Yainer Diaz 2 HR game

Sad Byron Buxton reality could cost him back-to-back Silver Slugger awards for TwinsBuxton's hip issue could cost him the prestigious award.

Changing positions may have been the best thing to happen to Twins' Brooks LeeThird baseman Brooks Lee is a much better player than shortstop Brooks Lee.

Ranking MVP Favorites 📊Top 10 candidates in heated AL, NL races 📲

Twins first-round pick Vahn Lackey's rapid rise could put him in MLB sooner than expectedLackey has already earned a promotion in the Twins organization.

Umpire's 'Jumpman' Leap 😭

Goes full extension to avoid ball

Astros might be using emerging bullpen weapon wrong but there's still time for a changeThe Houston Astros have developed a real bullpen weapon with AJ Blubaugh, but one has to wonder if the better play wouldn't have been working him as a starter.

FanSided's 'one-season wonder' list shows Twins had 2 players at the wrong timeThe best parts of their careers came with different teams.

Twins 9, A’s 6: (Mostly) Back on track in SacThe Twins pulled out a much-needed win in Sacramento after a rough weekend against the Padres.

Twins vs. Athletics (08/24/2026)

Full highlights from Minnesota Twins' 9-6 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

Game 132: Twins at A’sThe Minnesota Twins are visiting the homeless Athletics as they try to get their season back on the rails.

Former Twins pitcher from Jorge Polanco trade returning to majors with YankeesNew York signed him earlier this month.

The Twins may be one Royce Lewis hot streak away from the playoffsThe Minnesota Twins could use another hot streak from Royce Lewis as they look to make the playoffs.

Worst Division in MLB History? 😳

How the AL West is setting new lows this season

Timing of Dana Brown's firing is aggressive even by Jim Crane's standardsJim Crane let Dana Brown run the draft and the deadline, then fired him 3 weeks later while tied for first place with just a few weeks left. Explain the logic

Twins News: Wild Card standings, Kendry Rojas injury, Vahn Lackey promotedHere's a news roundup as the Twins prepare to take on the Athletics.

Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Sweepers Get Swept” EditionSo you’re saying there’s a chance…again

Joe Espada’s gaffe didn’t cost Astros, but looks far worse after Dana Brown's firingAfter parting ways with GM Dana Brown, the Houston Astros microscope turns to manager Joe Espada, who's tenure in charge hasn't lived up to what fans had hoped.

The Twins may be finding the opening that Walker Jenkins has been waiting forByron Buxton's struggles with a bad hip could finally convince the Twins to call up Walker Jenkins.

MLB, MLBPA Meeting RegularlyCommissioner Rob Manfred confident deal will be made amid CBA talks (ESPN)

Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊See where the Twins land in our latest batch of power rankings 📲

Updated MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮How postseason could unfold with roughly one month left ➡️

Astros remove GM Dana Brown midway through playoff race in shockingly timed moveFresh off only taking three wins of a nine-game homestand that included games against the Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Angels, and the Athletics, Houston Astro

🚨 Astros, GM Part WaysDana Brown's contract was set to expire after season

Recent Twins castoff's falloff continues as former Dodger gets cut by TigersWill he get an opportunity with another team?

MLB Playoff Picture Shaping UpEvery AL West team has a losing record with 5 weeks to go. Full standings 📲

Padres 8, Twins 1: Not out of this worldYour best source for quality Minnesota Twins news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Twins vs. Padres (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from San Diego Padres' 8-1 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

Astros are looking like draft geniuses after start to Logan Hughes' professional careerHouston Astros first round pick Logan Hughes could not have had a better start to his professional career and its time to give the front office some flowers.

Athletics vs. Astros (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-6 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Game 131: Twins at Padres“Just country boys and girls gettin’ down at the (ballpark)…”

Why Twins fans shouldn't overreact to rough loss to PadresMinnesota still has a decent shot at making the postseason.

Former Twin has surprisingly emerged as Padres' best hitter in 2026Unfortunately, he did damage against the Twins this weekend.

Biggest MLB Disappointments 😔10 early-season names who failed to meet expectations five months into season ➡️

Previewing the Astros remaining 2026 schedule including vital stretch to start SeptemberThe Houston Astros' final six weeks have become that much harder, because they haven't been able to capitalize on a recent easy stretch.

Twins fans shouldn't be fooled by Minnesota castoff's strong stretch with Blue JaysHe's put up strong numbers with Toronto, but the underlying metrics suggest he's been lucky.

San Diego Padres 7, Minnesota Twins 5: Things fall apart, the bullpen cannot holdMere anarchy is loosed upon the basepaths (as the Twins blow a 5-1 lead).

Twins vs. Padres (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from San Diego Padres' 7-5 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

Athletics vs. Astros (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 4-3 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Game 130: Minnesota Twins at San Diego PadresThe Twins look to get back on track in Game 2.