The Minnesota Twins are predicted to trade former Gold Glove outfielder Harrison Bader at the trade deadline as the Detroit Tigers run away with the division.

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From team and individual slumps to trade rumors and pitching stars, this series is full of interesting storylines for the Twins and Dodgers.

The Minnesota Twins are finally seeing a healthy season from superstar outfielder Byron Buxton, and it's been quite a sight to see.

As the Los Angeles Dodgers enter the dog days of summer, reinforcements are on their way. Starting pitchers Tyler Glasnow and Blake Snell should make their

He went seven innings, allowing three runs on six hits with three strikeouts and just one walk. He allowed just two hits after the second inning, induced two crucial double plays, and threw 78 pitches. It was the fourth time a Rockies starter has gone seven innings this season and the first since Germán Márquez on May 22.

Teams are showing interest in Cardinals lefty Steven Matz, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. St. Louis is also likely to at least consider offers for righty relievers Ryan Helsley and Phil Maton.

Royce Lewis doubled his home run total with a two-homer game. The Twins scored all of their runs on homers and triples.

Georgia All-Americans Robbie Burnett and Ryland Zaborowski along with pitcher Eric Hammond recently signed free agent contracts following the

As the Minnesota Twins descend into non-contender status, team decision-makers should strongly consider parting ways with one of the club's more impressive first-half performers.