Minnesota Twins News
Redesign of George Floyd Square to begin this summer
Street and infrastructure work around 38th and Chicago is expected to start in June after years of planning and community engagement.
Source: Twins Insider
Twins make first bullpen move of season by optioning Zak Kent for newly acquired righty
The Twins made the first of likely many bullpen moves the team will make this season by sending Zak Kent to Triple-A for a newly acquired righty.
Source: Puckett's Pond
After tough interviews, St. Cloud States new president is shaking up the campus
Greg Tomso is proposing more layoffs, but also breaking ground with a new community advisory committee.
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Griffin Jax grateful for time in Twins organization despite rocky ending
The Twins dealt the righthander, who requested a trade, at last years deadline for Tampa Bays Taj Bradley.
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Surprising Minnesota Twins roster move paying off early in 2026
When spring training began, it seemed like a long shot that he'd make the Twins' Opening Day roster. Now, he's proving that Minnesota made the right decision to make him its backup shortstop.
Source: Puckett's Pond
Balancing on budget tightropes, Guthrie, Mia, Walker bounce back
But the Minnesota Orchestra is contending with a $4.2 million shortfall, and Twin Cities arts groups continue to face funding and patron challenges.
Source: Twins Insider
Red ink at Minnesota Blue Cross spells more Medicare Advantage troubles ahead
A pending decision on federal funding and higher medical costs are raising concerns about potential benefit cuts for 2027.
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Justice Departments use of military lawyers against civilians in Minnesota courts put to the legal test
The method was used to bolster a depleted U.S. Attorneys Office in Minnesota and is facing challenges.
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Minnesotas electric vehicle sales declined in 2025 after years of record growth
The fall in new EV registrations follows the Trump administrations ending of a major federal tax incentive.
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Tolkkinen: A columnist cost the Fargo Forum $75 a week. They cut her column for business reasons.
Was the prospect of federal pressure to blame? Nah. Couldnt be.
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Perry: On Pete Hegseth, and the rights dangerous obsession with the Crusades
Theres a direct connection between assertions of the divine right to Christian violence, the rejection of pluralism and the abuse of the Muslim population in America.
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Minnesotas Northstar commuter trains roll again in Texas
Two excess trains were leased to a transit agency in Dallas-Fort Worth last year and just went into service there.
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Minnesota food shelves saw a record 9 million visits last year
Since the pandemic, food insecurity in the state has exploded as the cost of living remains too expensive for many.
Source: Twins Insider
Tonight will be big test for Twins starter acquired from Phillies in Jhoan Duran trade
This Twins starting pitcher is looking to bounce back against the Rays tonight after a rough outing against the Orioles on Sunday.
Source: Puckett's Pond
Souhan: Timberwolves boss Tim Connelly corrected his mistake
The first error Tim Connolly made with the Timberwolves led him to a major find.
Source: Twins Insider
Unmoor your boats: Officials declare ice-out on Lake Minnetonka
The announcement comes 10 days earlier than usual.
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Twins fans worst Byron Buxton nightmare avoided after star left Fridays game
Byron Buxton exited the Twins' home opener against the Tampa Bay Rays immediately after being hit by a pitch. Luckily, he should be okay.
Source: Puckett's Pond
Ramstad: Aid groups stepped in to assist Minnesota immigrant families, but more help needed
The established philanthropic community is kicking in. Government will need to.
Source: Twins Insider
Helicopter owners lawsuit fails against East Gull Lake in six-year lakeshore legal saga
A judge has sided with the city, ruling he cant operate or store the aircraft at his $4.5M vacation lake home.
Source: Twins Insider
Anderson: To Cuba for bonefish, tarpon and permit, with a side of a changed Havana
Seven anglers head south to pristine waters, where the fish are big and the island nations people friendly despite their burdens.
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