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Minnesota’s Miguel Sano Denies Allegations of Sexual Assault
On Thursday, Major League Baseball announced that it was investigation allegations that were brought by a woman who worked Minnesota Twins events as a photographer. She alleges that Miguel Sano the Twins shortstop had sexually assaulted... More of this article »
Yankees Win Play-in Wildcard Game and Head to Cleveland
The New York Yankees were rescued by Didi Gregorius, Aaron Judge and a strong performance from the bullpen that lifted the team to their first victory in the postseason in five years. A three-run homer by Gregorius tied the game after... More of this article »
Twins Closing in on First Postseason Appearance in Seven Years
When the home run hit by Brian Dozier cleared the wall in right field, the dugout for the Minnesota Twins burst into celebration as players bounced off one another. The Twins are only one win away from reaching the playoffs. The three-run... More of this article »
Veteran Pitcher Bartolo Colon Considering Retirement
Bartolo Colon, who is 44, is thinking about retiring from baseball. The Minnesota Twins veteran pitcher said that his upcoming start where he will face the Los Angeles Dodgers could help him determine his future in baseball The pitcher... More of this article »
Los Angeles Dodgers Awaiting Decision by Twins on Brian Dozier
The Dodgers have been hotly pursuing the talented Minnesota second baseman. The auction for Dozier should end sometime this week, says one baseball source close to the Minnesota Twins organization, although even the teams involved... More of this article »
Brian Dozier Hits 40th Home Run Setting American League Record
Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier hit his 40th homer for the season on Monday, which set a new record in the American League for primary second baseman. However, the Twins still lost 4-2 to Detroit. The home run by Dozier... More of this article »
Phil Hughes Signs Contract Extension with Minnesota Twins
Phil Hughes has signed a contract extension with the Minnesota Twins. The deal adds three years and $42 million to his current contract. Last offseason the Twins inked Hughes to a three year deal worth $24 million. He rewarded them... More of this article »
Minnesota Twins Sign Torii Hunter to One-Year Deal
The Minnesota Twins have signed veteran outfielder Torii Hunter to a one-year deal worth $10.5 million, reports Ken Rosenthal. Hunter returns to the team where he began his career all the way back in 1997. The veteran outfielder... More of this article »
Minnesota Twins Phil Hughes’ Record-Setting Season
2014 has been another rough year for the Minnesota Twins, who will miss the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season. Still, there were some bright spots. Brian Dozier emerged as a solid all-around player, Trevor Plouffe had a nice... More of this article »
Twins Joe Mauer to the DL with Oblique Injury
The Minnesota Twins announced first baseman Joe Mauer has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained oblique . First baseman/outfielder Chris Colabello has been recalled from Triple-A Rochester in a corresponding move.... More of this article »
Twins Reach Agreement with Kurt Suzuki
The Minnesota Twins reached an agreement with catcher Kurt Suzuki on a one-year deal according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Suzuki’s deal is worth $2.75 million and the contract includes incentives as well. With... More of this article »
Twins Reach Agreement With Mike Pelfrey
The Minnesota Twins and Mike Pelfrey agreed to a two-year deal worth $11 million, reports Jon Heyman of CBS Sports. Pelfrey’s deal contains an additional $3.5 million in performance incentives. With the earlier signings of Phil... More of this article »
Minnesota Twins Pursuing Bronson Arroyo
The Minnesota Twins are interested in free-agent pitcher Bronson Arroyo, and talks are progressing according to Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports. The Pittsburgh Pirates and Philadelphia Phillies are also in the mix for Arroyo. The... More of this article »
Minnesota Twins Reach Agreement With Phil Hughes
The Minnesota Twins and free agent right-hander Phil Hughes have agreed to a three-year contract worth $24 million. The deal is pending a physical. Hughes went 4-14 with a 5.19 ERA and a 2.88 K/BB in 145 2/3 innings across 29... More of this article »
Miguel Sano or Maikel Franco: Who Will Be the Better MLB Third Baseman?
The late Buck O’Neil, star first baseman for the Kansas City Monarchs and ambassador for the sport of baseball, recalled in his autobiography that he once heard a unique crack from the bat of Bo Jackson, a crack he had only ever... More of this article »
Twins Byron Buxton Named 2013 Minor League Player of the Year
Minnesota Twins Class A outfielder Byron Buxton was named the 2013 Minor League Player of the Year by Baseball America, marking the the second time in the 33-year history of the award that a Twins prospect has been honored. Franchise... More of this article »
David Lough Leads Royals to 9-8 Victory in Thriller at Minnesota
Kansas City Royals newcomer David Lough turned in a strong performance for the Royals on Sunday, going 4-for-4 with three doubles, a home run, and three RBI in a 9-8 victory against the Minnesota Twins that ended in thrilling fashion. Minnesota... More of this article »
Twins Kyle Gibson Gets First Victory in ML Debut
After spending parts of four seasons in the minors and rebounding from Tommy John surgery in late 2011, Kyle Gibson and the rest of the Minnesota Twins organization can breath easier after Saturday afternoon, as Gibson garnered his... More of this article »
Midwest League Future Stars Albert Almora and Byron Buxton
The Midwest League, a Class-A minor league baseball league that hosts 16 affiliate teams for Major League Baseball organizations, has showcased a number of talented prospects this season. Amongst those prospects include the likes of... More of this article »
Free-Agent Grady Sizemore Resumes Baseball Activities
Grady Sizemore has resumed baseball activities and may be available to teams by the middle of the summer. Sizemore underwent microfracture surgery last September in his right knee, and while his career was in doubt, he has yet to experience... More of this article »
Trevor Plouffe Has Concussion, Placed on DL
Minnesota Twins third baseman Trevor Plouffe was placed on the seven-day DL on Wednesday after being diagnosed with a concussion. After being hit by a Craig Kimbrel fastball in the tenth-inning, Plouffe would attempt to brake up a... More of this article »
Oswaldo Arcia Injured in Twins Camp, No Timetable for Return
The Minnesota Twins have suffered its first hit in Spring Training. Number five prospect and number 93 overall, Oswaldo Arcia, left Friday’s action with a pulled intercoastal muscle and has no timetable on his return. The injury... More of this article »