With ace Jose Berrios on the mound, 60-game sprint starts for Twins Friday in Chicago
Three months ago, we didn't know if we'd have a Major League Baseball season. Friday night, Jose Berrios gets the Opening Day start for the Minnesota Twins in Chicago against the White Sox.
Twins to hold moment of silence at 8:46 for George Floyd, honor health care workers at 2020 home opener
The Minnesota Twins unveiled plans for their fan-less home opener which will include a ceremonial first pitch from frontline health care workers and a tribute to Black Lives Matter and George Floyd with a moment of silence at 8:46 p.m.
Minnesota Twins hold final workouts before embarking on 60-game season
The Minnesota Twins held their final intra squad scrimmage Monday and team workout Tuesday morning before departing for Chicago to start an unprecedented 60-game season.
Predicting the Minnesota Twins' final 30-man roster
The Minnesota Twins will be taking the field in Chicago later this week for their long-awaited first game of the season. With a shortened 60-game season, there is little room for error.
Will a new slider unlock a breakout season for Twins pitcher Devin Smeltzer?
While Devin Smeltzer’s three-pitch mix worked for him in 2019, having a legitimate slider could be a massive leap forward. The Twins’ pitching analysts like Josh Kalk have long known the benefits of having a slider. Thrown properly, it looks like a fastball longer before darting.
Twins to continue using off-duty Minneapolis police for security at Target Field
The Minnesota Twins on Friday announced the team will continue to employ off-duty Minneapolis police officers for security at Target Field, while continuing to evalaute their relationship with the MPD.
'King Kong is back, 30 bombas': Miguel Sano clears Covid-19 testing, joins Twins teammates
If Miguel Sano has had an emotional month as Major League Baseball is eight days away from starting, it was hard to tell by watching him and listening to him on Wednesday.
Twins intrasquad game at Target Field feels like real baseball, ends in 3-3 tie
In the closest thing resembling real baseball at Target Field Wednesday night, the Minnesota Twins played to a 3-3 tie in a seven-inning game.
Twins CF Byron Buxton on Opening Day after foot sprain: ‘I’m playing’
Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton said Wednesday he’s not going to let his latest injury scare keep him from being on the field next Friday when they open their 60-game season in Chicago against the White Sox.
Twins Wednesday night scrimmage will 'function like a normal game'
The Minnesota Twins are having another intra squad game Wednesday night, but this one will feel the most like an actual game so far with a shortened regular season starting next Friday.
Minnesota Twins lining up a 2-starter system
Starters won’t likely be able to pitch late into games when the season starts, so pairing pitchers makes strategical sense. Let’s examine the team’s potential pitcher pairings.
Minnesota Twins get good news on Byron Buxton's left foot injury
The Twins announced Tuesday Byron Buxton is listed as day-to-day with a mid-foot sprain in his left foot. He was carted off Target Field Monday night, but tests showed no structural damage and Rocco Baldelli is hopeful he could be ready for Opening Day in Chicago.
Byron Buxton carted off the field after left foot injury in Twins inter-squad scrimmage
Just days after returning to Twins' Summer Camp, Byron Buxton was carted off Target Field in Minneapolis Monday night after injuring his left foot.
Nelson Cruz aiming to lead Minnesota Twins to World Series amid Covid-19 pandemic
Nelson Cruz addressed the Minnesota Twins at Summer Camp last week, saying they're capable of winning a World Series if they stay healthy, safe and abide by MLB's Covid-19 guidelines.
Breaking down the Minnesota Twins' 9 opponents in 2020
The schedule is out. What should you expect from the Twins' foes this summer?
'That's what I live for': Randy Dobnak relishes competing for pitching spot with Twins
In the team’s first intra squad game since Major League Baseball shut down Spring Training in mid-March due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Randy Dobnak matched four scoreless innings thrown by team ace Jose Berrios.
Donaldson homers, Buxton doubles again, Odorizzi strong in Twins' second intra squad game
The Minnesota Twins brought the noise in a variety of ways in the team’s second intra squad scrimmage in as many nights on Thursday at Target Field.
'Stay in the present': Max Kepler, Twins gearing up for 60-game MLB season
Max Kepler believes if given the opportunity to play a 162-game season, the Minnesota Twins of 2020 could break the home run record they set 10 months go.
Minnesota Twins release 162-game schedule for 2021 season
The 2020 season hasn’t officially thrown a pitch yet, but Twins fans can already look forward to the 2021 season.
Minnesota Twins hold first 2020 inter squad game of Summer Camp at Target Field
It was one inter squad game and ultimately will have no bearing on how the season goes, but the Minnesota Twins felt one step closer to actual baseball Wednesday night at Target Field.