A talk with new reliever Andrew Chafin and highlights of Thursday as the team prepares for exhibition games starting this weekend.
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López left the first full-squad practice Monday because of discomfort in his pitching elbow.
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The team’s first season in Target Field started with Joe Nathan being sidelined, but Twins fever reigned. In 2026, that won’t be the case.
AuthoredPatrick Reusse
AuthoredPatrick ReusseFebruary 17, 2026
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RandBall: The Twins are trying to be different; Pablo López’s injury will test that.
Every story you hear about the 2026 Twins creates separation from the past. But Pablo López’s health is more important than anything else.
AuthoredMichael Rand
AuthoredMichael RandFebruary 17, 2026
Tom Pohlad: Twins tried to sign top free-agent pitcher Framber Valdez
Valdez signed a three-year, $115 million deal with Detroit. Tom Pohlad on the Twins’ pursuit: “We would’ve had a hell of a 1-2-3 punch.”
February 16, 2026
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Souhan: Pitching shouldn’t be a problem for 2026 Twins, but will team win?
There is something unique about this roster: The 2026 Twins have a lot of quality arms but still could struggle to finish with an above-.500 record.
AuthoredJim Souhan
AuthoredJim SouhanFebruary 16, 2026
Buxton frustrated Twins didn't shut down offseason trade rumors
Byron Buxton, an All-Star in 2025, said last summer that he wanted to be with the Twins for the remainder of his career.
February 16, 2026
Twins manager Derek Shelton brings new energy: ‘Ready to run through a wall for him’
The Twins opened spring training with Rocco Baldelli’s replacement eager to make his mark on the team.
February 14, 2026
Liam Hendriks’ career comes full circle with return to Twins
Back with the Twins for the first time in 13 years, Hendriks will try to make the bullpen off his minor league contract.
February 14, 2026
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Former Twins outfielder, coach Joe Nossek dies at age 85
The Ohio native had four hits for the Twins in the 1965 World Series against the Dodgers.
February 14, 2026
Joe Ryan opens spring training with Twins after offseason of uncertainty
The All-Star pitcher had the birth of a son to highlight his winter, and “anything else was just noise.”
February 12, 2026
Former All-Star reliever Liam Hendriks returns to Twins after 12 seasons
The 37-year-old Australian gets a minor league deal from the Twins along with reliever Julian Merryweather.
February 12, 2026
Twins set to begin spring camp, but GMs caution offseason isn't over
Trade talks among front offices have continued to pick up over the last week. The Twins are seeking bullpen help and possibly an infielder.
February 11, 2026
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