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Twins
July 14, 2018
Miguel Sano, left, and Byron Buxton were the future of Twins baseball just a few seasons ago, but have ongoing struggles

Souhan: Twins must stay patient with Sano, Buxton

There is a sense of urgency around the Twins, the kind of urgency that could persuade a more jittery front office to rush Byron Buxton and Miguel Sano back to Target Field. But patience is required.
Twins
July 14, 2018
Twins manager Paul Molitor pondered his lineup during a game this month. Managers and other team personnel are loaded with statistical information.

Show stopper: Baseball analytics make it a whole new game

First in a three-part series: Analytics are redefining baseball strategy as never before, becoming both a tool and a threat.
Twins
July 14, 2018

Central Division insights

A weekly look around the AL Central
Twins
July 14, 2018

Gameview: Follow today's Twins-Tampa Bay play-by-play here

The Twins' Jose Berrios goes for his 10th win today at Target Field against the Rays' Chris Archer.
Twins
July 14, 2018
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Jose Berrios in the third inning. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ ï cgonzalez@startribune.com ñ June 19, 2018, Minneapoli

Berrios tries to win his 10th today, but Twins still unsure who starts Sunday

How the Twins' All-Star pitches against Tampa Bay will determine which pitcher is on the mound in finale.
Twins
July 14, 2018
Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (7) celebrated with his teammate in the dugout after hitting a three-run home run earlier this season

Twins victory over Rays builds on good home vibe

Joe Mauer had four RBI and the Twins on Friday night jumped to an 8-1 advantage, but Tampa Bay wasn't going away quietly.
Twins
July 13, 2018

Friday's Twins-Tampa Bay game recap

A look back at Friday night's game.
Twins
July 13, 2018

Twins look to keep momentum going but must get by Archer on Saturday

The Twins can win for the ninth time in their last 10 games on Saturday when they face a very talented pitcher in Chris Archer. But they have defeated two good pitchers during the first two games of their series against the Rays and their confidence is high.
Twins
July 13, 2018
Eddie Rosario

As injuries mount, Twins players on AL All-Star watch

Eddie Rosario and Eduardo Escobar still have a chance to be named to the AL All-Star squad as players around the league make their decision on whether or not they'll head to Washington.
Twins
July 13, 2018
Byron Buxton stole third base in the seventh inning vs. St. Louis last week.

X-Rays on Buxton's wrist negative; MRI next

The fleet-footed outfielder injured his wrist on Thursday and had tests Friday to make sure there was no serious damage
Business
July 13, 2018
Papa John's cheese pizza.

Twins boot Papa John's from Target Field after founder's racist slur

The Twins have 'indefinitely suspended' the pizza chain from Target Field, team communications director Dustin Morse told City Pages.
Twins
July 13, 2018
Gibson brilliant over eight innings as Twins hold off rain and the Rays

Gibson brilliant over eight innings as Twins hold off rain and the Rays

After a two-hour rain delay, Kyle Gibson struck out nine Tampa Bay batters and was aided by a two-run homer from Eddie Rosario. Fernando Rodney then picked up the save after the Rays threatened late.
Twins
July 13, 2018
Byron Buxton

Another setback: Buxton leaves minor-league game with sore wrist

Byron Buxton hurt his wrist during an at-bat and left Thursday's Rochester Red Wings game. The Twins have been told by the Red Wings staff that the injury is minor.
Twins
July 13, 2018

Thursday's Twins-Tampa Bay game recap

A look back at Thursday night's game.
Twins
July 13, 2018
Morrison's All-Star break begins early with trip to DL

Morrison's All-Star break begins early with trip to DL

With MLB teams taking four days off next week for the All-Star break, it's possible Logan Morrison could miss only six games while recovering from a left hip impingement.
Twins
July 12, 2018
Minnesota Twins first baseman Logan Morrison

Twins/Rays scheduled for 9:10 pm first pitch

The Twins-Rays game will begin two hours late due to heavy rain.
Twins
July 12, 2018
On Joe Mauer, the all-time hit list, milestones and what might have been

On Joe Mauer, the all-time hit list, milestones and what might have been

It's hard to look at Mauer's career, and particularly his hit total, and not wonder what might have been if some things had worked out differently.
Twins
July 12, 2018
Starting pitchers on the trade market: How do the Twins rank?

Starting pitchers on the trade market: How do the Twins rank?

Baseball writer Jon Heyman has a list of starting pitchers who he thinks are good candidates to be traded. He has most of the Twins' rotation on the list.
Twins
July 12, 2018
Minnesota Twins center fielder Jake Cave (60) scored on a two run single by Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier (2) in the fourth inning at Ta

Reusse: Cave thriving as Option A in place of struggling Buxton

Jake Cave comes from a part of the country that is rich with major league talent and, among others he admired growing up, was former Twins star Michael Cuddyer.
Twins
July 12, 2018
Minnesota Twins right fielder Max Kepler (26) scored on a triple in the second inning in front of Drew Butera of Kansas City at Target Field Wednesday

Current question: Can Twins keep winning when competition gets better?

The Twins beat Kansas City 8-5 for their sixth victory in seven games against baseball's two worst teams, which have a combined record of 52-133 so far this season.