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Twins thoughts: Losers of 5 straight, pitching options dwindling after Bailey Ober injury

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Twins thoughts: Losers of 5 straight, pitching options dwindling after Bailey Ober injury

Nytimes.com

Bailey Ober was placed on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation, shrinking the Twins' healthy starter options to four.
Minnesota lost 9-3 to the Pirates, contributing to a six-loss stretch on a 10-game trip.
Zebby Matthews struggled, allowing seven earned runs as part of Minnesota’s pitching challenges on the trip.
The Twins also lost Kendry Rojas to elbow inflammation and designated Simeon Woods Richardson as they shuffle relievers.
Manager Derek Shelton said the staff would handle Ober’s replacement by committee as the rotation searches for stability.
Connor Prielipp, newly recalled, is tasked with heavier workloads to help compensate for the injuries.
Taj Bradley’s pitch count has been limited to protect his development amid the rotation’s strain.
Brooks Lee is hitting well on the road, showing improvement for Minnesota despite overall struggles.
Lee’s road performance contrasts with a poorer home showing, highlighting uneven production.
The Twins face seven more games in a row against the White Sox and Royals as they regroup.

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Mangum Hits First Homer of Year in Win - Fantasy Hitting Recap 5/30/26

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Mangum Hits First Homer of Year in Win - Fantasy Hitting Recap 5/30/26

Pitcherlist.com

Mangum went 3-4 with a home run, two runs and two RBIs in the win.
Acuña Jr. contributed a two-homer, two-stolen-base night for ATL.
Jeremy Peña shows progress with three-hit effort and a homer this month.
Wade Meckler provided power and speed for the Angels in a lopsided win.
Crow-Armstrong drove in two runs with four hits in a Cubs win.
Jansen Jensen provided offense for Kansas City with a homer and three RBI.
Andrew Benintendi continued solid hitting with a homer and two RBIs for Chicago.
Jarren Duran slugged his ninth homer of the year for Boston.
Jung and McCarthy elevated their seasons with key performances for Texas and Colorado.

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How to watch White Sox vs. Twins: TV channel and streaming options for June 1

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How to watch White Sox vs. Twins: TV channel and streaming options for June 1

Nytimes.com

The Minnesota Twins host the Chicago White Sox at Target Field, with the game starting at 7:40 p.m. ET on Monday.
Joe Ryan will pitch for the Twins against Chicago, who are 27-33 this season.
David Sandlin is the expected White Sox starter as Chicago sits 32-27 on the season.
Streaming option for the game includes Fubo, with TV coverage on Twins.TV and CHSN.
Injury notes show multiple players on the injured list for both teams, affecting lineup depth.
Byron Buxton is slashing .260/.323/.563 with 17 homers this season for Minnesota.
Brooks Lee has eight homers and 34 RBIs through 217 plate appearances for Minnesota this season.
Miguel Vargas leads Chicago with 13 home runs and a .473 slugging percentage this season.
Colson Montgomery has 15 home runs and 36 RBIs in 243 plate appearances this season.

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Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Adds History to All-Star Resume

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Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Adds History to All-Star Resume

Si.com

Ashcraft struck out a career-high 11 and faced no walks over six innings in a 9-3 win over the Twins at PNC Park.
He became the 12th Pirates pitcher in the Modern Era to record 11+ Ks with zero walks on 80 or fewer pitches.
Ashcraft relied on a varied pitch mix, including a four-seam fastball, slider, curveball, and splitter.
Ashcraft achieved a 47% whiff rate, with 24 whiffs on 51 swings, showcasing dominant swing-and-miss ability.
Manager Don Kelly praised the plan and Ashcraft's efficiency, targeting a six-inning, ~85-pitch outing.
Ashcraft ended May with a 4-0 record in six starts, a 1.99 ERA, and 42 strikeouts to five walks.
Ashcraft’s May performances helped drive Pirates' recent wins and showcased his efficiency.
Pirates pitchers and batters lauded the synergy between Ashcraft and the Pirates’ offense.
The win marked another solid May for Ashcraft as he continues to rise among Pirates' rotation options.
The article notes Ashcraft’s performance supports his All-Star resume narrative for the season.

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Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Fun While It Lasted” Edition

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Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Fun While It Lasted” Edition

Sports.yahoo.com

The Minnesota Twins dropped to 27-33 and are amid a five-game losing streak as they face the White Sox and Royals at home.
Key players Kendrys Rojas and Bailey Ober are on the 15-day injured list, complicating rotation plans.
Simeon Woods-Richardson was DFA’d earlier this week, prompting questions about the team’s roster depth.
Analysts map the rotation’s execution after multiple injuries and personnel changes within the Twins’ staff.
The Twins aim to stay relevant in the AL Central despite setbacks, with a full home slate against division rivals.
Media coverage links multiple experts to discuss the Twins’ prospects, from MLB.com and Zone Coverage to Twins Daily.
The Rays lead the AL East by 1.5 games as the Dodgers and Brewers push in the NL with the season’s pace.
Labor talks heat up as MLBPA and owners exchange initial offers with implications for a hard salary cap.
ESPN and The Athletic coverage adds depth to the Twins’ injury and strategy discussions.

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With Pitching Injuries Mounting, What Options Do the Twins Have?

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With Pitching Injuries Mounting, What Options Do the Twins Have?

Si.com

The Twins placed Bailey Ober on the 15-day IL with right elbow inflammation, widening their list of injured starters.
Pablo Lopez, Mick Abel, David Festa, and Kendry Rojas are also out, leaving four healthy starters in Minnesota’s rotation.
Manager Derek Shelton said their situation requires figuring things out together as they endure a stretch with no off days.
The team is weighing a bullpen-based approach, with arms like Travis Adams, Andrew Morris, Mike Paredes, and John Klein potential long-relievers.
External options, including trades or waivers, are being explored to bolster the rotation.
The Twins remain hopeful Ober, Abel, and Rojas could return later, but must navigate the current block without them.
The club is monitoring workload as Prielipp threw a career-high 82 innings last year in the minors.
The Twins are watching for potential external acquisitions to strengthen the rotation.
The article notes Minnesota is 10 games into a 17-day stretch without an off day as the injuries mount.

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Spring Training Game XX Thread: Twins vs TEMPLATE

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Spring Training Game XX Thread: Twins vs TEMPLATE

Sports.yahoo.com

Joe Ryan will start for Minnesota against David Sandlin, marking a key early-season matchup in the series.
Buxton DHs again for Minnesota, with center-field time limited as injuries shape lineup decisions.
Kody Clemens becomes a primary option in center field as Roden returns remain uncertain.
Outfield depth is stretched by injuries to Emmanuel Rodriguez, Walker Jenkins, and Alan Roden.
Cole Sands begins a rehab assignment, which could impact bullpen and starter roles upon return.
Andrew Morris and John Klein provide bullpen depth while the rotation is in flux.
Roster notes highlight a lack of clear fill-ins for Bailey Ober due to IL stints.
Twins’ playoff odds are described as roughly unchanged despite recent setbacks.
Lineups pair Joe Ryan against Sandlin with a mix of veteran and developing hitters.
The preview emphasizes home performance needs to bolster a fluctuating offense.

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Twins beat Chicago White Sox 9-4; Minnesota's Gray hits 2nd grand slam of the season

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Twins beat Chicago White Sox 9-4; Minnesota's Gray hits 2nd grand slam of the season

Cbsnews.com

Gray hit a fourth-inning grand slam to put Minnesota ahead 5-1, a key spark in the win.
Minnesota snapped a five-game losing streak with the victory.
Gray’s slam was his second career grand slam and first since April 3.
Trevor Larnach contributed an RBI single in the first inning.
Miguel Vargas homered twice for the White Sox, driving in four runs.
Miguel Vargas finished 3 for 5 with four RBIs.
Joe Ryan earned the win after six innings with nine strikeouts.
David Sandlin took the loss for the White Sox after eight runs allowed.
Up next, Davis Martin will start for Chicago against Connor Prielipp.
The game featured a multi-run fifth inning extending the lead to 9-4.

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Gray's 2nd grand slam of the season helps Twins beat the White Sox 9-4

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Gray's 2nd grand slam of the season helps Twins beat the White Sox 9-4

Wral.com

Tristan Gray hit a fourth‑inning grand slam, fueling a 9‑4 Twins win over the White Sox in Minneapolis.
The slam was Gray’s second career grand slam and his first since the Twins’ home opener.
The Twins snapped a five‑game losing streak with the victory.
Miguel Vargas homered twice for the White Sox, driving in four runs in a losing effort.
Joe Ryan earned the win, allowing four runs on eight hits in six innings with nine strikeouts.
Travis Adams closed out the win with two scoreless innings in relief.
Luke Keaschall and Gray each drove in a run with a sacrifice fly in the fifth.
The White Sox were led by Vargas’s three-hit performance with two homers and four RBIs.
The White Sox's David Sandlin took the loss after four innings.
The scheduled next start for the White Sox is Davis Martin against Connor Prielipp.

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Gray's 2nd career slam continues grand trend for Twins

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Gray's 2nd career slam continues grand trend for Twins

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Tristan Gray delivered a second grand slam this season, fueling a 9-4 Twins win over the White Sox and snapping Minnesota's five-game skid.
The Twins leveraged bases-loaded situations, turning two key fourth- and fifth-inning chances into scoring opportunities in a multi-run inning.
Gray's fourth-inning slam came off a 1-0 curveball, delivering a 384-foot shot into the seats in right field to put Minnesota ahead.
Austin Martin and Victor Caratini each contributed RBI singles in the fourth/fifth innings as part of Minnesota's offensive surge.
Minnesota's baserunning and timely hitting with the bases loaded have been a season-long strength, contributing to their high-stakes plate appearances.
Joe Ryan earned the win despite surrendering two home runs in the fifth, as the Twins' offense built a comfortable cushion.
Miguel Vargas homered twice for the White Sox, supplying their offense in a high-scoring game.
The White Sox briefly tied the game with an RBI single and a solo homer, keeping the contest competitive before Minnesota surged ahead.
Trevor Larnach opened the scoring with an RBI single in the first, setting the tone for Minnesota's rally.
The Twins finished with a 9-4 win in Minneapolis, halting a five-game skid and reinforcing their clutch-base-loaded approach this season.

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