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Jeffers Back, Keaschall in Center, Vest Out, Pasquantino Back: AL Central Notes
sports11 hours ago

Jeffers Back, Keaschall in Center, Vest Out, Pasquantino Back: AL Central Notes

Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers returns from a hamate fracture in time to fuel trade-deadline chatter, carrying a strong first stretch and becoming one of the market’s hottest catchers; Minnesota hints at a more aggressive path as they sit a game out of the final Wild Card. Luke Keaschall is getting center-field reps while Byron Buxton heals; Tigers reliever Will Vest has an elbow stress fracture but is not facing surgery and is expected to pitch again this year, having been a key part of Detroit’s bullpen with a career-high 23 saves last season. Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino returns from a hamate injury but is having his worst offensive season (81 wRC+ in 68 games) as he works back into the lineup.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#al-central#baseball-injuries#detroit-tigers
Buxton rests through All-Star break as Roden gets the call to fill in
sports2 days ago

Buxton rests through All-Star break as Roden gets the call to fill in

Twins place Byron Buxton on the injured list through the All-Star break to rest a lingering hip strain and will miss the All-Star Game, while Triple-A outfielder Alan Roden is called up to fill the roster and likely patrol center field against right-handed pitching. Buxton’s strong first half included 25 homers and a .271/.328/.575 line (146 OPS+), and Roden hit .272/.397/.512 in 33 games at St. Paul after being acquired from the Blue Jays in the Louis Varland trade.

via AaronGleeman.com|
#baseball#call-up#injuries
Dodgers stay hopeful as Tucker and Rushing exit early with injuries
sports18 days ago

Dodgers stay hopeful as Tucker and Rushing exit early with injuries

The Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 to reach 50 wins, but the win came with injury scares as Kyle Tucker left with back spasms and Dalton Rushing exited after a foul tip to the mask with concussion concerns; manager Dave Roberts downplayed immediate imaging for Tucker and the club plans to add an extra catcher due to Will Smith’s lingering neck issue, keeping a cautious but hopeful outlook on both players and LA’s season.

via The New York Times|
#dalton-rushing#injuries#kyle-tucker
Twins Ride Lucky Bounce to Third Straight Series Win Over Diamondbacks
sports19 days ago

Twins Ride Lucky Bounce to Third Straight Series Win Over Diamondbacks

The Minnesota Twins erased a 2-0 deficit in the seventh, getting two-out hits from Royce Lewis and Ryan Kreidler, then pinch-hitter Josh Bell delivered an RBI single and scored on a ball caroming off his hand to put Minnesota ahead in a pivotal moment, as four relievers shut down Arizona in a 4-2 win. The victory capped a 5-1 road trip and gave the Twins their third straight series win, with defensive plays from Kreidler, Larnach and Keaschall helping cement the win ahead of a three-game set with Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers at Target Field.

via Sports Illustrated|
#arizona-diamondbacks#bullpen#comeback
Twins Bring Back Royce Lewis as Outman Hits DFA
sports1 month ago

Twins Bring Back Royce Lewis as Outman Hits DFA

The Minnesota Twins recalled Royce Lewis from Triple-A St. Paul and designated James Outman for assignment, opening a spot on the 40-man roster. Lewis, who slashed .163/.261/.279 in 119 MLB plate appearances this season, has surged in the minors with a .333/.403/.900 line and 10 homers in 67 Triple-A plate appearances, suggesting improved confidence and potential positional flexibility. Outman owns a .156/.229/.250 season and .144/.235/.284 overall in MLB, and is likely to clear waivers, remaining in Minnesota if unclaimed. The move also prompts infield/outfield reshuffling as the Twins evaluate roles for players like Brooks Lee and Tristan Gray.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#designated-for-assignment#james-outman#minnesota-twins
Blue Jays Bring Back Simeon Woods Richardson in Cash-Considerations Trade With Twins
sports1 month ago

Blue Jays Bring Back Simeon Woods Richardson in Cash-Considerations Trade With Twins

Toronto Blue Jays acquired right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson from the Minnesota Twins, who designated him for assignment; this marks a reunion for Woods Richardson with the Jays, who previously acquired him as a prospect and later traded him to Minnesota in the Jose Berríos deal. He posted a 4.11 ERA across 2024-25 in 245 innings and showed flashes this year before being DFA’d, with Minnesota receiving cash considerations in return.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#blue-jays#cash-considerations#minnesota-twins
Twins designate Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment, eyes waiver route
sports1 month ago

Twins designate Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment, eyes waiver route

The Minnesota Twins designated right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment after a rough 2026 season (7.74 ERA in 47 2/3 innings). John Klein was called up to the 26-man roster in the corresponding move, and Woods Richardson must clear waivers since he’s out of minor-league options. His recent 2/3-inning, five-run outing against the White Sox underscored continued struggles, even as he posted two scoreless relief appearances earlier. The move comes amid juggling a depleted rotation, with Pablo López out for Tommy John and Kendry Rojas on the IL, among other injuries affecting rotation depth.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#minnesota-twins#mlb
Contreras spurs Fenway benches-clearing skirmish after plate collision
sports1 month ago

Contreras spurs Fenway benches-clearing skirmish after plate collision

Willson Contreras sparked a benches-clearing incident at Fenway when he barreled toward home on a hit by Ceddanne Rafaela, colliding with Twins catcher Victor Caratini as the throw beat him to the plate; the exchange led to a brief dugout brawl with no punches thrown, and Contreras later warned the Brewers that retaliation would follow if they hit him again, amid a history of on-field altercations for the Red Sox star.

via New York Post|
#benches-clearing#boston-red-sox#home-plate-collision
Twins Part Ways With Bowman and Brebbia After Opt-Outs
sports1 month ago

Twins Part Ways With Bowman and Brebbia After Opt-Outs

The Minnesota Twins released veterans Matt Bowman and John Brebbia after both invoked opt-out clauses, leaving Triple-A St. Paul and not adding them to Minnesota’s 40-man roster. Bowman, a 34-year-old with seven MLB seasons, has solid Triple-A numbers this year, while Brebbia, 35, has more MLB experience but has struggled recently, including a high home-run rate. Both players are now free agents and could sign elsewhere, with Bowman potentially drawing a major-league opportunity.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#minnesota-twins#mlb
Twins Activate Arcia, Option Lewis, DFA Topa in 40-Man Shuffle
sports1 month ago

Twins Activate Arcia, Option Lewis, DFA Topa in 40-Man Shuffle

The Minnesota Twins designated Justin Topa for assignment to clear 40-man space for Orlando Arcia, who is being recalled after Royce Lewis was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul following a disappointing start to 2026. Arcia, a veteran with extensive big‑league service time, will join the majors and provide infield depth as Lewis attempts to rebound from a series of injuries; Topa’s DFA creates a window for waivers or a potential trade in the next several days.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#justin-topa#minnesota-twins#mlb-transactions
Taj Bradley Lands on 15-Day IL as Twins Shuffle Rotation
sports2 months ago

Taj Bradley Lands on 15-Day IL as Twins Shuffle Rotation

The Minnesota Twins placed right-hander Taj Bradley on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right pec, retroactive to May 6, and recalled Travis Adams to take his spot. Bradley has a 2.87 ERA through eight starts (47 innings) with strong strikeout efficiency, but his IL stint compounds a rotation that already includes Mick Abel and Pablo Lopez. Joe Ryan is set to return today after elbow discomfort, and with no off-day until May 21, Minnesota must cover at least one more Bradley start, likely via a bullpen game or another call-up.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#injury-list#minnesota-twins#mlb
Elbow Soreness Forces Joe Ryan Out of Start as Twins Shuffle Rotation
sports2 months ago

Elbow Soreness Forces Joe Ryan Out of Start as Twins Shuffle Rotation

Twins right-hander Joe Ryan left Sunday’s start with right elbow soreness, adding to Minnesota’s rotation concerns as Pablo López is done for the year after elbow surgery and Mick Abel remains sidelined with elbow inflammation. Ryan had opened the season with 5.1 scoreless innings on Opening Day and owns a 3.76 ERA this season; Andrew Morris came on in relief. If Ryan requires an IL stint, prospects like Connor Prielipp and Kendry Rojas could be called up, with Zebby Matthews as another potential rotation option.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#elbow-soreness#joe-ryan#minnesota-twins