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Austin Martin Austin Martin Plays hero Friday
Fri, May 22, 2026, 10:31 PM
Martin went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in Friday's 8-6 win over the Red Sox.
Analysis: Martin came up clutch with what proved to be the game-winning two-run blast in the top of the seventh inning. It was a much-needed swing for the 27-year-old, who entered the contest in an 0-for-14 slump over his past five contests. For the year, he's slashing a solid .297/.413/.398 with two homers, 13 RBI, 17 runs scored and seven steals across 155 plate appearances. |
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Byron Buxton Byron Buxton Powers offense in win
Fri, May 22, 2026, 10:23 PM
Buxton went 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in Friday's 8-6 win over the Red Sox.
Analysis: Buxton delivered an RBI single in the second inning before launching a two-run blast in the seventh. Despite missing five straight games recently with a sore hip flexor, the 32-year-old has now tallied eight homers and 15 RBI through 14 May contests. For the year, he's slashing .264/.322/.588 with 16 long balls, 26 RBI, 35 runs scored and four steals across 199 plate appearances. |
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Connor Prielipp Connor Prielipp Jumped early in no-decision
Fri, May 22, 2026, 10:13 PM
Prielipp did not factor into the decision in Friday's 8-6 win over the Red Sox, allowing six runs (five earned) on seven hits and three walks with one strikeout over four innings.
Analysis: Prielipp yielded four runs in the first frame and struggled with his command overall, throwing just 49 of 85 pitches for strikes with only seven whiffs. It was the first major hiccup of the season for the rookie, who entered Friday having allowed two earned runs or fewer in each of his first five major-league outings. He now owns a 4.03 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 30:12 K:BB across 29 innings and will aim to bounce back in a road matchup against the White Sox next week. |
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Anthony Banda Anthony Banda Earns first save
Fri, May 22, 2026, 10:08 PM
Banda earned the save in Friday's 8-6 win over the Red Sox, striking out one over 1.1 perfect innings.
Analysis: Banda entered a 7-6 game with two men on and two outs in the eighth inning, and he was able to put out the fire before retiring the side in the ninth. It marked the southpaw's first save chance of the season, and he now owns a 6.23 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 19:8 K:BB across 21.2 innings. The Twins have had 10 pitchers record a save in 2026, so this is a closer situation to be avoided until there appears to be a change in philosophy. |
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Gabriel Gonzalez Gabriel Gonzalez Recalled to big leagues
Fri, May 22, 2026, 9:23 AM
The Twins recalled Gonzalez from Triple-A St. Paul on Friday.
Analysis: Gonzalez was added to the 40-man roster over the offseason and is receiving his first big-league promotion. His stint in the majors could be brief, however, as there's a good chance he'll be sent back down in a few days when Tristan Gray returns from paternity leave. Gonzalez has slashed only .216/.294/.392 with eight home runs in 44 games this season with St. Paul. |
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Tristan Gray Tristan Gray Goes on paternity list
Fri, May 22, 2026, 9:19 AM
The Twins placed Gray on the paternity leave list Friday.
Analysis: Gray could miss the full weekend series in Boston before rejoining the club early next week for a series against the White Sox. Ryan Kreidler, Orlando Arcia and Kody Clemens are options to pick up playing time while Gray is welcoming a new baby to the family. |
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Victor Caratini Victor Caratini Goes yard as starter Wednesday
Wed, May 20, 2026, 4:12 PM
Caratini went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Astros.
Analysis: Making his second straight start at catcher since Ryan Jeffers (hand) landed on the IL, Caratini launched a Mike Burrows fastball over the fence in right-center field for his second homer of the year. It was Caratini's first multi-hit performance since April 19, while the long ball was his first since April 13. The 32-year-old seemed to wear down quickly to begin the season while seeing regular playing time between catcher and first base, and even after Wednesday's effort his slash line on the season is just .198/.304/.261 through 111 plate appearances. The Twins may give Alex Jackson more action than expected behind the plate while Jeffers is on the shelf in an effort to keep Caratini fresh. |
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Andrew Morris Andrew Morris Secures first career save
Wed, May 20, 2026, 4:06 PM
Morris struck out one in a perfect ninth inning Wednesday to record his first career save in a 4-1 win over the Astros.
Analysis: The rookie right-hander tossed his hat into the ring for the vacant Twins closing job with an impressive effort, as he needed just 10 pitches (eight strikes) to dispatch the heart of Houston's order, including Yordan Alvarez and Christian Walker. Morris topped out at 97.4 mph with his fastball, and through 9.2 innings in May he's posted a 1.86 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 7:3 K:BB while also collecting a win and two holds in eight appearances. |
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Joe Ryan Joe Ryan Sharp in third win
Wed, May 20, 2026, 4:00 PM
Ryan (3-3) picked up the win Wednesday, allowing one run on four hits over six innings in a 4-1 victory over the Astros. He struck out nine without walking a batter.
Analysis: The nine Ks were a season high for Ryan, as the right-hander delivered his third straight quality start and his sixth of the year on 99 pitches (71 strikes). Ryan has given up more than two runs only twice in 11 outings, and he'll take a 3.02 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 61:14 K:BB through 56.2 innings into his next trip to the mound, which is scheduled to come on the road early next week against the White Sox. |
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Taj Bradley Taj Bradley Could rejoin rotation Saturday
Wed, May 20, 2026, 11:01 AM
Bradley (pectoral) could rejoin the Twins' rotation as soon as Saturday in Boston, Matthew Leach of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Coming back from right pectoral inflammation, Bradley threw around 65 pitches Sunday between a rehab start and a post-start bullpen session. He threw off the mound again Wednesday, and if he recovers well he might slot back into the rotation Saturday. Bradley was excellent before getting hurt, holding a 2.87 ERA and 52:17 K:BB over 47 innings covering eight starts. If Bradley does start Saturday, he would be somewhat limited from a workload perspective. |
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Victor Caratini Victor Caratini Poised for regular run behind plate
Wed, May 20, 2026, 10:42 AM
Caratini will start at catcher and bat sixth in Wednesday's game against the Astros.
Analysis: Caratini will work behind the dish for the second straight game and should be in line for ample playing time as the Twins' No. 1 catcher for the foreseeable future after Ryan Jeffers landed on the shelf Tuesday with a hand injury that will likely sideline him for at least six weeks. A career .241 hitter, Caratini could prove to be useful in mixed leagues that start two catchers since he's the rare backstop that isn't a total liability in batting average, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect him to provide much production in other categories if he continues to occupy a spot in the bottom half of the Minnesota lineup. |
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Austin Martin Austin Martin Exiting starting nine Wednesday
Wed, May 20, 2026, 10:35 AM
Martin is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Astros.
Analysis: Though he maintains a healthy 131 wRC+ for the season, Martin will hit the bench Wednesday while he's in the midst of a bit of a lull at the plate. Over his last four starts, Martin has gone 0-for-14 and has reached base twice during that span on a walk and hit-by-pitch. Kody Clemens will cover right field for Martin in the series finale. |
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Tristan Gray Tristan Gray Replacing Lewis at third base
Wed, May 20, 2026, 10:31 AM
Gray will start at third base and bat seventh in Wednesday's game against the Astros.
Analysis: Gray will occupy the hot corner for the third straight game and looks poised to get a look as an everyday player against right-handed pitching after the Twins optioned Royce Lewis to Triple-A St. Paul on Tuesday. Through 25 games with Minnesota this season, Gray has slashed .230/.275/.365 with three home runs, no stolen bases, 14 RBI and eight runs across 81 plate appearances. |
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Brooks Lee Brooks Lee Day off Wednesday
Wed, May 20, 2026, 10:01 AM
Lee is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Astros.
Analysis: Lee will receive a routine day off after starting in each of the previous 19 contests. Ryan Kreidler will get a turn at shortstop for the Twins in Wednesday's rubber match. |
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Zebby Matthews Zebby Matthews Turns in another gem despite loss
Tue, May 19, 2026, 10:01 PM
Matthews (1-1) took the loss Tuesday against the Astros, allowing two runs on five hits while striking out six over six innings.
Analysis: Matthews fell behind immediately, surrendering a two-run homer to Isaac Paredes before recording his first out of the night, but the right-hander settled in beautifully afterward. Over the next five innings, he allowed just three baserunners while consistently attacking the zone, throwing 66 of his 100 pitches for strikes. Despite the loss, Matthews has looked excellent since being recalled, limiting opponents to two runs with an 11:1 K:BB across 13 innings over his first two starts back in the majors. The 25-year-old is currently scheduled for a matchup against the White Sox next, the first in a two-start week. |
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Luke Keaschall Luke Keaschall Out of Tuesday's lineup
Tue, May 19, 2026, 5:41 PM
Keaschall is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Astros.
Analysis: Keaschall has an .813 OPS with an 11:10 BB:K through 15 games in May but will take a seat for Tuesday's contest. Byron Buxton (hip) is serving as the designated hitter, pushing Josh Bell to first base and Kody Clemens to second. |
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Emmanuel Rodriguez Emmanuel Rodriguez Needs surgery to repair thumb
Tue, May 19, 2026, 2:35 PM
Rodriguez needs surgery to repair UCL damage in his left thumb, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Rodriguez previously had surgery on his right thumb for an injury that cost him much of the 2024 season, and he dealt with a left thumb issue for part of the 2025 season. It's yet another injury concern for Rodriguez, who has yet to play 100 games in a minor-league season due to various injury problems. |
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Ryan Jeffers Ryan Jeffers Slated to miss 6-to-8 weeks
Tue, May 19, 2026, 2:30 PM
Jeffers needs surgery to remove a fractured left hamate bone and is expected to be sidelined 6-to-8 weeks, Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com reports.
Analysis: The Twins announced Jeffers' placement on the injured list earlier Tuesday, and surgery is typical for this type of injury. The timeline puts Jeffers on the shelf until around July 1 in a best-case scenario, and it's possible he won't make it back until after the All-Star break. In the meantime, Victor Caratini will receive the lion's share of the reps at catcher for Minnesota. |
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Byron Buxton Byron Buxton Rejoining lineup Tuesday
Tue, May 19, 2026, 2:29 PM
Buxton (hip) is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Astros, Aaron Gleeman of AaronGleeman.com reports.
Analysis: The 32-year-old center fielder hasn't seen the field in nearly a week due to right hip flexor soreness, but he'll return to the starting nine Tuesday versus Houston righty Lance McCullers. Buxton will attempt to pick up where he left off, as he was in the midst of a hot streak prior to the absence with 12 homers and a 1.075 OPS over his previous 20 games. |
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Travis Adams Travis Adams Called up Tuesday
Tue, May 19, 2026, 11:51 AM
The Twins recalled Adams from Triple-A St. Paul on Tuesday.
Analysis: The right-hander spent a few days with the Twins earlier this month before returning to St. Paul, and he's now back in the big leagues ahead of Tuesday's matchup with the Astros. Adams has surrendered three earned runs with a 5:2 K:BB over 3.2 frames in the majors this year. |
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