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The Twins announced that they have acquired switch-hitting utility infielder Ildemaro Vargas from the Diamondbacks for cash. Minnesota will make a 28-man roster move to accommodate Vargas’ activation at a later date. Arizona designated Vargas for assignment late last week. Vargas, 29, has a strong Triple-A track record at the plate and plenty of versatility, given that he’s a … [Read more...] about D-backs Trade Ildemaro Vargas To Twins

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Only one game separates the Twins from a long-awaited off-day at the tail end of 16 consecutive matchups as they navigate this challenging stretch of 36 games in 37 days that spans from the end of July through early September. Kenta Maeda (2-0, 2.65 ERA) has made a strong first impression by allowing only eight hits across 17 innings in his first three starts, and he'll look to … [Read more...] about Maeda looks to continue impressive '20 start

PHOENIX (AP) — The Minnesota Twins have acquired infielder Ildemaro Vargas from the Arizona Diamondbacks for cash considerations. The teams announced the deal on Tuesday. The 29-year-old Vargas was one of the D-backs’ primary backups last season, playing in 92 games while batting .269 with six homers and 24 RBIs. He can play all four infield positions. READ MORE: ‘It’s Long … [Read more...] about Twins Acquire Ildemaro Vargas From Diamondbacks

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A Twin Cities doctor is urging the Twins to change the team’s classic “Minnie and Paul” logo to reflect the diversity of the team’s players and fans. Dr. Charles Crutchfield, the Twins’ consulting dermatologist, is asking the Pohlad family, which owns the Twins, to update the iconic logo, which was made in 1961. “I have always loved Ray Barton’s original … [Read more...] about ‘It’s Long Overdue’: Twin Cities Doctor Urging Twins To Update ‘Minnie & Paul’ Logo To Reflect Diversity

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko blasted a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers came from behind to beat the Minnesota Twins 6-4 on Tuesday. The Brewers started their winning rally when Christian Yelich beat the Twins’ shift with a one-out double. With the Twins moving their infield to the right against the left-handed hitter, Yelich responded by … [Read more...] about Brewers Rally In 8th Inning To Beat Twins 6-4

Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images Everybody loves Dobnak, some breakdowns on players and enemies, and rule-breaking. In recent days at Twinkie Town... (we’ve been pumping out some sweet articles) Bob says sorry for predicting the Twins to win only 33 games this season. (Maybe he’ll retract that after the slide this weekend.) Do fans need to be worried … [Read more...] about Twinkie Town Talk: “The Return of La Tortuga” edition

Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images Who’s nearing a return and who’s still recovering? It’s no secret the Minnesota Twins have been bit by the injury bug, but the team still finds a way to keep afloat. Here’s some updates on the players that have landed on the Injured List: Starter Rich Hill is with the team on during the road trip, according to Betsy … [Read more...] about Injury updates: Hill, La Tortuga, Littell, Donaldson