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Minnesota Twins first baseman Carlos Santana is tagged out on the bases in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Target Field in Minneapolis on Sept. 27, 2024.

Report: Carlos Santana returning to Guardians on one-year deal

Santana is staying in the American League Central, but not with the Twins.

Nolan O'Hara
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Minnesota Twins first baseman Carlos Santana is tagged out on the bases in the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Target Field in Minneapolis on Sept. 27, 2024.
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Report: Carlos Santana returning to Guardians on one-year deal

Santana is staying in the American League Central, but not with the Twins.

Nolan O'Hara
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Sep 5, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Pablo Lopez (49) looks on against the Tampa Bay Rays in the seventh inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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How good is the Twins' pitching staff if they trade Pablo Lopez?

Pablo Lopez will be the Twins' starting pitcher on Opening Day in 2025 so long as he's still wearing a Minnesota uniform. But will he still be a Twin?

Joe Nelson
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Minnesota Twins Max Kepler looks on during the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Target Field in Minneapolis on Sept. 29, 2024.
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Report: Max Kepler agrees to one-year deal with Phillies

Kepler has spent his entire career with the Twins dating back to 2015.

Nolan O'Hara
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Sep 16, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (49) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Report: Twins listening to offers for Pablo Lopez amid 'stratospheric' prices

Is Twins ace Pablo Lopez potentially on the move this offseason? According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Twins aren't exactly turning away calls for the righty.

Jonathan Harrison
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Jul 15, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; A hot dog vendor works along the third base line during the 2014 MLB All Star Game at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
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If the Ishbia brothers buy the Twins, imagine a $2 value menu at Target Field

The Ishbias own the Phoenix Suns and they just unveiled a $2 value menu to make games more affordable for fans.

Joe Nelson
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Jun 25, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.
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4 potential team fits for ex-Twins outfielder Max Kepler in free agency

Where might Kepler continue his MLB career in 2025?

Will Ragatz
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May 5, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia (right) and brother Justin Ishbia (left) during the game against the Denver Nuggets in game three of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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New social media follows, buzz about potential Twins owner Justin Ishbia

More and more smoke linking Justin Isbhia and possibly his brother, Mat, to the Minnesota Twins.

Joe Nelson
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May 25, 2013; Detroit, MI, USA; MLB umpire Joe West (right) ejects Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire in the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Ron Gardenhire to receive lifetime achievement award from Twins

Ron Gardenhire has been selected to receive the prestigious lifetime achievement award from the Minnesota Twins.

Joe Nelson
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Sep 17, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA;  Miami Marlins starting pitcher Darren McCaughan (68) pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
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Twins agree to deal with free agent veteran RHP Darren McCaughan

McCaughan will be joining Minnesota on a inor league deal.

Tony Liebert
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Sep 28, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; St. Louis Cardinals infielder Paul Goldschmidt (46) takes a lead from third base against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
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Paul Goldschmidt at a bargain price might be just what the Twins need

Rather than running onto the field with Eddy Julien and Jose Miranda platooning at first base in 2025, how about the Minnesota Twins open the wallet and try to convince seven-time All-Star Paul Goldschmidt to sign?

Joe Nelson
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Sep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins first baseman Carlos Santana (21) celebrates after hitting a single against the Cincinnati Reds in the fourth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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Do the Twins actually have interest in re-signing Carlos Santana?

Carlos Santana is a free agent and while there's a report that indicates the Minnesota Twins are interested in bringing him back in 2025, the words that came out of Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey's mouth this past week might suggest otherwise.

Joe Nelson
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Feb 8, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia (left) and brother Justin Ishbia hug during an introductory press conference at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Who are the Ishbia brothers? Everything Twins fans need to know

If Mat and Justin Isbhia, the billionaire brothers who own the NBA and WNBA franchises in Phoenix, wind up buying the Minnesota Twins, it will be a new era that could see a smaller market franchise start to spend like a large market team.

Joe Nelson
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Feb 8, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia (right) and brother Justin Ishbia pose for a photo during an introductory press conference at Footprint Center.
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Ishbia brothers, who own NBA's Suns, emerge as potential Twins buyers

Mat and Justin Ishbia are reportedly interested in purchasing the Twins from the Pohlad family.

Will Ragatz
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Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Why Roki Sasaki could but probably won't pick the Twins

Fans can dream, but the odds of the 23-year-old Japanese phenom picking the Twins over 29 other suitors appears to be a pipe dream for the ages.

Joe Nelson
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Sep 14, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins' Carlos Correa (4) turns a double play against the Cincinnati Reds in the second inning at Target Field.
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With trade buzz rising, Scott Boras says Carlos Correa is 'happy' with Twins

The Twins reportedly have no plans to move their star shortstop this offseason.

Will Ragatz
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The Twins have added Eiberson Castellano in the Rule 5 Draft
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Twins add RHP from Phillies' system in first Rule 5 Draft pick since 2017

Eiberson Castellano is the Twins' first Rule 5 pick in seven years.

Will Ragatz
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Sep 17, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis (23) fields a ground ball in the fifth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Twins remain confident Royce Lewis can handle switch to second base

At the winter meetings, Twins manager Rocco Baldelli talked about the possibility of shifting Lewis to second.

Jonathan Harrison
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Sep 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) watches a sharply hit ball go just foul in the  at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
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Did Twins boss Derek Falvey try to quiet the Carlos Correa trade buzz?

The steam around a potential Carlos Correa trade has been slowly ratcheting up, with the Red Sox being the latest team linked to the All-Star shortstop.

Jonathan Harrison
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Jul 14, 2024; Ft. Worth, TX, USA;  MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred takes a photo with Kaelen Culpepper after he was drafted by the Minnesota Twins with the 21st pick during the first round of the MLB Draft at Cowtown Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Twins fall two spots in MLB draft lottery, now picking 16th

The 2025 MLB draft will be held July 13 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Joe Nelson
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Apr 17, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) makes a catch for an out during the eighth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
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Report: Red Sox have interest in trading for Twins' Carlos Correa

Is Carlos Correa as good as gone? That's likely a stretch, but after Dan Hayes of The Athletic mentionted Correa as a possible trade candidate for the Twins, longtime sports insider Darren Wolfson says the Red Sox are interested in Correa.

Joe Nelson
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Sep 25, 2021; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Huascar Ynoa (19) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Ray Acevedo-Imagn Images
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Twins strike in free agency by signing Huascar Ynoa to minor-league deal

It's just a minor-league deal with an invitation to spring training, according to Stephanie Apstein, but Ynoa does come with a little bit of upside.

Joe Nelson
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Jul 22, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Twins owner Jim Pohlad watches a 30th anniversary celebration for the 1987 World Series Champion team prior to the game with the Detroit Tigers at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
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'That's a you problem': Colin Cowherd mentions Twins while bashing billionaire owners

For Cowherd, superstars playing in small markets like Minnesota is bad for business.

Joe Nelson
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Jul 2, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) points to right fielder Manuel Margot (13) as he crosses home plate after hitting a solo home run against the Detroit Tigers in the fifth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
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Insider names Twins' Correa, Castro, Vazquez, Ober, Duran, Jax as trade candidates

Winter meetings are happening and the word from an insider is that the Twins are more likely to be trading current players than spending on free agents.

Joe Nelson
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Minnesota Twins shortstop Brooks Lee celebrates with catcher Christian Vazquez the win over the Los Angeles Angels at Target Field in Minneapolis on Sept. 11, 2024.
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Twins begin 19th annual 'Holiday Week of Giving'

Minnesota players, staff, alumni and volunteers will be participating in events throughout the week to benefit local causes.

Nolan O'Hara
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San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez reacts at bat in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during Game 5 of the NLDS at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Oct. 11, 2024.
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Luis Arraez's name floating in MLB trade rumors

Arraez won his third straight batting title last season with the Padres.