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Orioles Twins action from Friday, September 27, 2024
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Orioles Rock Twins, Clinch Four Seed in AL; Twins Eliminated from Playoff Contention

Orioles 7, Twins 2 The Baltimore Orioles have clinched home-field advantage for the Wild Card Round after a 7–2 victory over the Minnesota Twins Friday at Target Field in Minneapolis. The Twins loss eliminates them from playoff contention and puts the Kansas City Royals, losers in Atlanta Friday night, into the final AL playoff spot. […]

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Houston Astros – Minnesota Twins ALDS Preview

The Houston Astros and Minnesota Twins are set to meet in the American League Division Series. The Astros are looking to repeat as World Series Champions. No team has won back-to-back World Series since the 2000 season when the New York Yankees won their three in a row (1998-2000). The Twins ended their 18-game playoff […]

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Minnesota Twins Trade Deadline Options

The Minnesota Twins trade deadline options for this year have become interesting. Last season, the Twins made multiple trades before the injuries, and an offensive collapse pushed the team out of the AL Central race. What they will before this trade deadline remains a hot topic. Do they acquire, stay with what they have, or […]

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Kolby Allard Impresses in First Start Since 2021

Kolby Allard impressed in Wednesday’s game for the Atlanta Braves against the Minnesota Twins. Allard had a strong outing, holding the Twins scoreless over 4 2/3 innings. The Braves raked up the home runs on Tuesday, giving Bryce Elder four runs in the first inning and two in the second. However, Wednesday’s game was different. […]

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Lackluster Twins Offense
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Lackluster Minnesota Twins Offense

The lackluster Minnesota Twins offense has delayed this team from running away with the AL Central. They have spent 62 days in first place, and have only been in second for one day. However, with their recent lack of hitting and scoring, runs they have allowed the teams in their division to hang around. Since […]

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2023 Minnesota Twins Preview — The Quest for a Playoff Return

2023 Minnesota Twins Preview In 2022, after leading the AL Central for 90+ days, the Minnesota Twins fell apart due to injuries, timely hitting, and leadership. They made some trades and signings looking to be regain their competitive form and challenge for a playoff spot. Offense The Twins offense has a chance to be consistent […]

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Twins Acquire Michael A. Taylor from Royals
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Twins Acquire Michael A. Taylor from Royals

The Minnesota Twins have acquired Michael A. Taylor. The veteran centerfielder comes over from AL Central rival Kansas City Royals. ESPN’s Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel and MLB.com’s Anne Rogers initially reported the details of the deal. Reliable Backup Taylor is known as a true center fielder throughout his nine-year career. He has played a […]

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Correa Signing with Twins for Six-Years as Giants & Mets Back Out

The baseball offseason was already wild enough with multiple stars changing teams and signing lucrative long-term deals. Yet, when it couldn’t get any crazier, Carlos Correa provided baseball with one of the craziest offseason sagas in decades. The Minnesota Twins have finalized the signing of the star shortstop to a six-year, $200 million contract. BREAKING: […]

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