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Guardians replace injured Tyler Freeman with Ángel Martínez ahead of Game 2 against Tigers
Read full article: Guardians replace injured Tyler Freeman with Ángel Martínez ahead of Game 2 against TigersGuardians utilityman Tyler Freeman sustained an oblique injury during a simulated game Sunday and was dropped from the AL Division Series roster prior to Cleveland hosting Detroit in Game 2.
Guardians clinch AL playoff berth with walk-off, 3-2 win in 10 innings over Twins
Read full article: Guardians clinch AL playoff berth with walk-off, 3-2 win in 10 innings over TwinsAndrés Giménez singled home José Ramírez from second base in the 10th inning as the Cleveland Guardians clinched a playoff berth in dramatic, fitting fashion, beating the Minnesota Twins 3-2.
Share of foreign-born in the US at highest rate in more than a century, says survey
Read full article: Share of foreign-born in the US at highest rate in more than a century, says surveyThe percentage of U.S. residents born outside the country reached its highest level in more than a century in 2023.
Veteran stars Jacob deGrom, Max Scherzer will rejoin the Texas Rangers' rotation later this week
Read full article: Veteran stars Jacob deGrom, Max Scherzer will rejoin the Texas Rangers' rotation later this weekVeteran stars Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer will rejoin the Texas Rangers’ pitching rotation later this week after both had an extended absence due to injuries.
White Sox beaten 13-7 by Twins for 20th straight loss, longest MLB skid in 36 years
Read full article: White Sox beaten 13-7 by Twins for 20th straight loss, longest MLB skid in 36 yearsThe woeful Chicago White Sox have lost their 20th consecutive game, the majors’ longest skid in 36 years and one short of the American League record, as Chris Flexen was chased early in a 13-7 defeat against the Minnesota Twins.
White Sox losing streak reaches 19 as Kepler hits go-ahead, 7th-inning homer in Twins' 6-2 win
Read full article: White Sox losing streak reaches 19 as Kepler hits go-ahead, 7th-inning homer in Twins' 6-2 winThe Chicago White Sox extended their team-record losing streak to 19, giving up Max Kepler’s tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning that lifted the Minnesota Twins to a 6-2 win.
Twins DH José Miranda sets club record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearances
Read full article: Twins DH José Miranda sets club record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearancesMinnesota Twins designated hitter José Miranda has set a team record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearances.
Twins unveil Prince-inspired home run celebration complete with purple vest, inflatable guitar
Read full article: Twins unveil Prince-inspired home run celebration complete with purple vest, inflatable guitarThe Minnesota Twins have a new home run celebration — and players and fans are going crazy over it.
Juan Soto has elbow inflammation and is out of the lineup but will not go on Yankees' injured list
Read full article: Juan Soto has elbow inflammation and is out of the lineup but will not go on Yankees' injured listYankees slugger Juan Soto has elbow inflammation and was not in the starting lineup for the first time this season when New York opened a high-profile series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Yankees slugger Juan Soto exits game with left forearm discomfort, will undergo imaging Friday
Read full article: Yankees slugger Juan Soto exits game with left forearm discomfort, will undergo imaging FridayYankees slugger Juan Soto was removed from a game against the Minnesota Twins with left forearm discomfort.
Valdez throws 7 strong innings, Alvarez homers twice in Astros' 5-2 victory over Twins
Read full article: Valdez throws 7 strong innings, Alvarez homers twice in Astros' 5-2 victory over TwinsFramber Valdez pitched no-hit ball into the seventh inning and Yordan Alvarez hit two of Houston’s four homers in the Astros' 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday.
As Dallas competes for NBA and NHL crowns, the Texas Rangers are struggling with their title defense
Read full article: As Dallas competes for NBA and NHL crowns, the Texas Rangers are struggling with their title defenseThe Texas Rangers host the Arizona Diamondbacks this week in a rematch of last year’s World Series.
Will Brennan hits walk-off 3-run homer in the 9th, Guardians beat Twins 5-2
Read full article: Will Brennan hits walk-off 3-run homer in the 9th, Guardians beat Twins 5-2Will Brennan hit a three-run homer off Jhoan Duran with two outs in a wild ninth inning, giving the Cleveland Guardians a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
Most FTX customers to get all their money back less than 2 years after catastrophic crypto collapse
Read full article: Most FTX customers to get all their money back less than 2 years after catastrophic crypto collapseFTX says that nearly all of its customers will receive the money back that they are owed, two years after the cryptocurrency exchange imploded, and some will get more than that.
Twins stretch win streak to 11 with 5-2 victory over Red Sox behind Paddack's 6 innings
Read full article: Twins stretch win streak to 11 with 5-2 victory over Red Sox behind Paddack's 6 inningsChris Paddack pitched six scoreless innings to carry the Minnesota Twins to their 11th consecutive victory with a 5-2 decision over the Boston Red Sox.
White Sox drop to 3-22 as Julien hits 2 of Twins' 5 homers in 6-3 win for 4-game sweep
Read full article: White Sox drop to 3-22 as Julien hits 2 of Twins' 5 homers in 6-3 win for 4-game sweepThe Chicago White Sox dropped to 3-22, wasting a two-run lead and stretching their losing streak to a season-high seven with a 6-3 defeat to Minnesota on Thursday as Edouard Julien hit two of the Twins’ five solo home runs.
Yankees pitcher Cortes emerges pain-free from first spring training start after injury-marred 2023
Read full article: Yankees pitcher Cortes emerges pain-free from first spring training start after injury-marred 2023New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes emerged pain-free from his first spring training appearance.
Twins acquire outfielder Manuel Margot in 3-player trade with Dodgers, who add Kiké Hernández
Read full article: Twins acquire outfielder Manuel Margot in 3-player trade with Dodgers, who add Kiké HernándezThe Minnesota Twins acquired outfielder Manuel Margot, minor league shortstop Rayne Doncon and cash from the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league shortstop Noah Miller.
MLB Arbitration Day: Astros reach settlements with several players
Read full article: MLB Arbitration Day: Astros reach settlements with several playersThe MLB deadline for teams and players to trade arbitration figures passed at noon, Thursday, with the Houston Astros needing to reach settlements with seven players, or to go to arbitration.
Astros claim RHP Oliver Ortega off waivers from Minnesota Twins
Read full article: Astros claim RHP Oliver Ortega off waivers from Minnesota TwinsThe Houston Astros announced they claimed right-handed pitcher Oliver Ortega off waivers from the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday., just two days after the start of the offseason.
Houston Astros hosting Watch Parties during ALCS: Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Houston Astros hosting Watch Parties during ALCS: Here’s what you need to knowAhead of the American League Championship Series against the Texas Rangers beginning this weekend, Astros fans can get into the fun.
Astros take on Rangers in ALCS: What you need to know about ticket prices, parking
Read full article: Astros take on Rangers in ALCS: What you need to know about ticket prices, parkingThe Astros will begin their AL Championship Series against the Texas Rangers on Sunday after defeating the Minnesota Twins in Game 4 of their division series on Wednesday night.
‘I wasn’t even f---ing here’: Astros’ Justin Verlander gives out emotional, yet epic speech following ALDS win
Read full article: ‘I wasn’t even f---ing here’: Astros’ Justin Verlander gives out emotional, yet epic speech following ALDS winHouston Astros’ Justin Verlander gave out a speech his fans will remember.
José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCS
Read full article: José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCSJosé Abreu homered for the third time in two games for the Houston Astros in a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Twins bring Buxton back after mid-series roster switch for ailing Kirilloff
Read full article: Twins bring Buxton back after mid-series roster switch for ailing KirilloffThe Minnesota Twins have added designated hitter Byron Buxton as an injury substitute to their AL Division Series roster prior to Game 4 against Houston.
MLB takes responsibility for decision that revoked Jim McIngvale’s first pitch opportunity
Read full article: MLB takes responsibility for decision that revoked Jim McIngvale’s first pitch opportunityMajor League Baseball has released a statement taking responsibility for the decision which revoked Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale’s opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at this past weekend’s ALDS matchup between the Houston Astros and the Minnesota Twins.
Astros pound 4 homers, with a pair by Abreu, to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS lead
Read full article: Astros pound 4 homers, with a pair by Abreu, to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS leadJosé Abreu hit a three-run homer for Houston in a four-run first inning against Sonny Gray and piled on with a two-run shot in the ninth to power the Astros past the Minnesota Twins 9-1.
Twins will gladly give the ball to their bulldog Sonny Gray for Game 3 against the Astros
Read full article: Twins will gladly give the ball to their bulldog Sonny Gray for Game 3 against the AstrosSonny Gray was a high school quarterback who helped his team win consecutive Tennessee state football championships before narrowing his focus and joining Vanderbilt’s prestigious baseball program.
Carlos Correa stars against former team as Twins beat Astros 6-2 in Game 2 to tie ALDS
Read full article: Carlos Correa stars against former team as Twins beat Astros 6-2 in Game 2 to tie ALDSCarlos Correa had three hits and three RBIs and Pablo López pitched seven shutout innings, helping the Minnesota Twins beat the Houston Astros 6-2 in Game 2 of their AL Division Series.
Carlos Correa stars against former team as Twins beat Astros 6-2 in Game 2 to tie ALDS
Read full article: Carlos Correa stars against former team as Twins beat Astros 6-2 in Game 2 to tie ALDSCarlos Correa had three hits and three RBIs and Pablo López pitched seven shutout innings, helping the Minnesota Twins beat the Houston Astros 6-2 in Game 2 of their AL Division Series.
Verlander holds Twins scoreless, Alvarez and Altuve power Astros to 6-4 victory in ALDS opener
Read full article: Verlander holds Twins scoreless, Alvarez and Altuve power Astros to 6-4 victory in ALDS openerJustin Verlander pitched six shutout innings, Yordan Alvarez homered twice and the Houston Astros held on for a 6-4 win over the Minnesota Twins in their AL Division Series opener.
Former Astros star Carlos Correa leads Minnesota Twins in ALDS; Dusty Baker admits he’s a favorite
Read full article: Former Astros star Carlos Correa leads Minnesota Twins in ALDS; Dusty Baker admits he’s a favoriteHouston manager Dusty Baker admitted this week that Carlos Correa is one of his favorite players.
Twins advance for 1st time in 21 years with 2-0 win to sweep Blue Jays behind Gray, Correa
Read full article: Twins advance for 1st time in 21 years with 2-0 win to sweep Blue Jays behind Gray, CorreaThe Minnesota Twins swept the Toronto Blue Jays in their AL Wild Card Series with a 2-0 win in Game 2.
Twins stop record 18-game postseason skid on strength of Royce Lewis home runs
Read full article: Twins stop record 18-game postseason skid on strength of Royce Lewis home runsRoyce Lewis hit home runs in each of his first two at-bats to carry the Minnesota Twins to a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in the opener of their AL Wild Card Series.
The Houston Astros are in the ALDS -- This is what you need to know ahead of Game 1 this weekend
Read full article: The Houston Astros are in the ALDS -- This is what you need to know ahead of Game 1 this weekendThe Houston Astros have clinched the AL West and earned a spot in the American League Division Series. The million-dollar question is... now what?
Twins overcome Hunter Greene's 14 Ks, rally to beat Reds 5-3 and drop AL Central magic number to 1
Read full article: Twins overcome Hunter Greene's 14 Ks, rally to beat Reds 5-3 and drop AL Central magic number to 1Jorge Polanco capped a three-run ninth inning with a go-ahead single, helping the Minnesota Twins overcome Hunter Greene’s 14 strikeouts to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3.
The Minnesota Twins are opening a gap in the AL Central. Can they finally end their postseason skid?
Read full article: The Minnesota Twins are opening a gap in the AL Central. Can they finally end their postseason skid?There’s been a sense all season that whoever wins the AL Central will be the weak link in the American League playoffs.
Yankees hire TV analyst Sean Casey as hitting coach to replace fired Dillon Lawson, AP source says
Read full article: Yankees hire TV analyst Sean Casey as hitting coach to replace fired Dillon Lawson, AP source saysThe New York Yankees have hired 12-year big league veteran Sean Casey as their hitting coach for the remainder of this season, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.
Blue Jays' Anthony Bass says he doesn't think his anti-LGBTQ+ post was hateful
Read full article: Blue Jays' Anthony Bass says he doesn't think his anti-LGBTQ+ post was hatefulToronto Blue Jays pitcher Anthony Bass said Thursday he doesn’t believe an anti-LGBTQ+ social media post he shared last month was hateful.
Outman hits grand slam to propel Dodgers to 7-3 victory over Twins
Read full article: Outman hits grand slam to propel Dodgers to 7-3 victory over TwinsJames Outman hit a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 7-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.
Dodgers win in 12th on bases-loaded walk, Muncy homers twice to regain major-league lead
Read full article: Dodgers win in 12th on bases-loaded walk, Muncy homers twice to regain major-league leadChris Taylor scored on a bases-loaded walk in the 12th inning, Max Muncy homered twice to move back into the major league lead, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 9-8 for their sixth straight win.
Cole tosses 2-hitter with 10 Ks as Yanks blank Twins 2-0
Read full article: Cole tosses 2-hitter with 10 Ks as Yanks blank Twins 2-0Gerrit Cole pitched a two-hitter with 10 strikeouts for his fourth career shutout and the second complete game in the majors this season, leading the New York Yankees to a 2-0 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
Germán leads Yankees over Twins 6-1 after sticky stuff flap
Read full article: Germán leads Yankees over Twins 6-1 after sticky stuff flapDomingo Germán retired his first 16 batters, staying in the game after an extensive sticky substance check by umpires, leading the New York Yankees over the Twins 6-1.
Rays top Red Sox 1-0, extend season-opening win streak to 10
Read full article: Rays top Red Sox 1-0, extend season-opening win streak to 10The Tampa Bay Rays became the first major league team since the 1987 Milwaukee Brewers to open the season with 10 straight wins, getting a solo homer from Brandon Lowe in the eighth inning to beat the Boston Red Sox 1-0.
Twins top Astros 3-2 on Farmer hit in 10th; Gray gets 13 Ks
Read full article: Twins top Astros 3-2 on Farmer hit in 10th; Gray gets 13 KsKyle Farmer bounced a bases-loaded single straight up the middle of a drawn-in Houston infield in the 10th inning, giving the Minnesota Twins a 3-2 victory over the over the whiff-prone Astros in their home opener Thursday.
Q&A: ‘The best of Jeremy Pena is about to come’: Former Astro Carlos Correa talks offseason, the Twins, and his future TV broadcast career
Read full article: Q&A: ‘The best of Jeremy Pena is about to come’: Former Astro Carlos Correa talks offseason, the Twins, and his future TV broadcast careerFormer Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa is spending his offseason in Houston following a deal struck with the Minnesota Twins a second time.
Twins trade batting champ Arraez to Marlins for Pablo López
Read full article: Twins trade batting champ Arraez to Marlins for Pablo LópezThe Minnesota Twins have traded reigning American League batting champion Luis Arraez to the Miami Marlins for a three-player package featuring starting pitcher Pablo López.
AP source: Carlos Correa reaches $200M, 6-year deal with Twins
Read full article: AP source: Carlos Correa reaches $200M, 6-year deal with TwinsA person familiar with the negotiations says Carlos Correa has agreed to a $200 million, six-year contract that keeps him with the Minnesota Twins after failing to complete deals with the New York Mets and San Francisco Giants.
AP source: Correa's ankle subject of talks with Mets
Read full article: AP source: Correa's ankle subject of talks with MetsThe New York Mets and Carlos Correa’s agent are having discussions over the infielder’s physical days after similar concerns from the San Francisco Giants led to a collapse of their agreement with All-Star.
Reports: Mets swoop in overnight, snatch Carlos Correa for $315M
Read full article: Reports: Mets swoop in overnight, snatch Carlos Correa for $315MCarlos Correa has agreed to a $315 million, 12-year contract with the free-spending New York Mets after his pending deal with the San Francisco Giants came apart over an issue with his physical.
AP source: Carlos Correa, Giants reach $350M, 13-year deal
Read full article: AP source: Carlos Correa, Giants reach $350M, 13-year dealStar shortstop Carlos Correa and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $350 million, 13-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations has told The Associated Press.
Justin Verlander signs with New York Mets, reports say
Read full article: Justin Verlander signs with New York Mets, reports sayJustin Verlander, the Cy Young winner who pitched for the Houston Astros during their World Series championship run, is reportedly signing with the New York Mets, according to multiple reports.
Cueto helps White Sox beat Twins after La Russa steps down
Read full article: Cueto helps White Sox beat Twins after La Russa steps downThe Chicago White Sox watched manager Tony La Russa announce he was leaving his position, and then beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 behind Johnny Cueto’s seven effective innings.
Twins' bid for combo no-hitter ends with 1 out in 9th vs KC
Read full article: Twins' bid for combo no-hitter ends with 1 out in 9th vs KCMinnesota rookie Joe Ryan and reliever Jovani Moran combined to pitch no-hit ball until Bobby Witt Jr. doubled with one out in the ninth inning as the Twins beat the Kansas City Royals 6-3.
Judge hits 55th homer, Yanks mark for right-handed hitters
Read full article: Judge hits 55th homer, Yanks mark for right-handed hittersAaron Judge homered for the fourth straight game, hitting No. 55 of the year in a doubleheader opener against Minnesota to set the New York Yankees’ season record for right-handed hitters.