Twins to call up Samuel Deduno and PJ Walters for starts this weekend

Samuel Deduno has already been recalled and will start Friday while P.J. Walters will start either Saturday or Sunday.

Vance Worley optioned to Triple-A

The Minnesota Twins have demoted their Opening Day starter after a slow start to the season.

Twins place Trevor Plouffe on disabled list with concussion

Plouffe passed his initial concussion tests but will be reevaluated on Friday.

Twins place Darin Mastroianni on DL; recall Oswaldo Arcia

The Twins have placed OF Darin Mastroianni on the 15-day disabled list with a stress reaction in his left ankle.

Twins rumors: No contact with Jim Thome

The Twins haven't had contact with free agent DH Jim Thome "for a couple of months."

Twins rumors: Josh Willingham likely to become available

The Minnesota Twins are expected to make outfielder Josh Willingham available this summer if they fall out of contention.

Twins rumors: Minnesota 'kicking the tires' on Julio Borbon

The Twins are "kicking the tires" on outfielder Julio Borbon.

Twins place Cole De Vries on DL; call up Padro Hernandez

The Twins have placed right-handed starting pitcher Cole De Vries on the 15-day disabled list due to a strained forearm.

Twins rumors: Minnesota not scouting Kyle Lohse

The Minnesota Twins are not among the teams that are watching free agent Kyle Lohse throw simulated games.

Scott Diamond injury: Twins LHP to start season on DL

Scott Diamond is slated to start the season on the Twins' disabled list.

Twins sign Netherlands 1B Curt Smith to minor-league deal

The first baseman has been putting on quite a show for the Netherlands in the World Baseball Classic, and has gotten a shot with a big-league club as a result.

Jim Thome rumors: Twins interested in minor league deal

The Twins would likely sign Jim Thome if he were willing to agree to a minor league contract.

Twins rumors: Aaron Hicks likely to win CF job

Aaron Hicks can thank Denard Span for being traded and leaving center field vacant and ready for the taking. Because it now seems that Hicks will take that job despite not playing in Triple-A.

Twins minor leaguer Deolis Guerra in intensive care

Twins prospect Deolis Guerra is in intensive care with a blood clot.

Deolis Guerra injury: Twins RHP out three months

Minnesota Twins right-hander Deolis Guerra has been hospitalized after a blood clot was revealed in his right shoulder.

AL rumors & news: Chris Sale, White Sox trade candidates, Tigers, Justin Morneau

The American League Central has been busy in the rumor mill lately. They also jumped in to the contract news arena with the Chris Sale extension. But there's sure to be more from the AL Central to come.

Twins rumors: Justin Morneau's trade value

Justin Morneau is a deadline trade candidate, but what can the Twins expect to get in return for the slugger?

Vladimir Guerrero rumors: Twins, Yankees not interested

The Minnesota Twins and New York Yankees are reportedly not interested in Vlad Guerrero.

AL Central rumors & news: Jim Thome, Vladimir Guerrero, Chris Perez

Jim Thome trying to be king of the American League Central. At least it seems that way. The future Hall of Famer headlines our AL Central division news.

Twins rumors: Minnesota interested in Jim Thome

There is a "mutual interest" between Jim Thome and the Twins.

Twins rumors: Minnesota had interest in Jim Thome

The Minnesota Twins expressed interest in free agent designated hitter Jim Thome earlier this offseason.

Jim Thome wants a job

One of the few members of the 600 home run club, Jim Thome surprisingly can't find work. However, he's not ready to call it quits yet.

Twins rumors: Justin Morneau open to extension

Twins 1B/DH Justin Morneau is willing to continue contract negotiations into the regular season.

Twins sign Kyle Davies

The former Royals right-hander joins Minnesota on a minor-league deal. No invite to big-league camp for Davies.

AL Central Rumors & News: Twins, Royals, Morneau, Chen

The American League Central is shaping up to be a surprisingly competitive division this season. The Indians have re-loaded, the White Sox are solid, the Tigers are stacked, and the Twins and Royals are rebuilding slowly but surely.

Minnesota Twins sign Rafael Perez

The Minnesota Twins have signed left-hander Rafael Perez to a minor league contract.

Twins rumors: Minnesota not targeting Freddy Sanchez

Despite earlier connections, the Twins are not interested in veteran infielder Freddy Sanchez.

Twins Rumors: Joe Saunders, Aledmys Diaz

The Minnesota Twins are still working on some offseason transactions. Two such transactions may include veteran pitcher Joe Saunders and Cuban free agent Aledmys Diaz. However, it's possible that neither lands in Minnesota.

Joe Saunders rumors: 2-year deal on the table?

The veteran left-hander reportedly has a standing two-year offer from a club, but not from the Orioles.

Twins rumors: Minnesota waiting on Joe Saunders

The Minnesota Twins are hoping to sign free agent left-hander Joe Saunders to a one-year contract.

Twins, Drew Butera avoid arbitration

The catcher gets $700K in 2013.

Twins rumors: Minnesota pursuing Joe Saunders

The Minnesota Twins are pursuing free agent left-hander Joe Saunders.

Twins rumors: Justin Morneau trade bait at deadline?

Minnesota may look to ship away the former MVP come July.

Twins rumors: Trevor Plouffe, Brandon Inge, Mark Sobolewski

The Twins could stick with in-house options such as Mark Sobolewski to offer third baseman Trevor Plouffe competition.

Twins rumors: Darin Mastroianni, Aaron Hicks, Joe Benson

Twins expect to fill center field vacancy from within.

Twins Roundup: Span, Revere, Pelfrey, Correia

Here's a roundup of all the recent news and notes regarding the Minnesota Twins.

Twins rumors: Minnesota interested in Brett Myers

Minnesota, seeking more rotation options, could turn to the right-handed starter/reliever.

Twins sign Rich Harden

The Minnesota Twins have signed right-hander Rich Harden to a minor league contract.

Freddy Garcia rumors: Twins, Rockies, Reds

The Minnesota Twins, Colorado Rockies and Cincinnati Reds are among the teams that have checked in on free agent right-hander Freddy Garcia.

Twins rumors: Carl Pavano not a fit

Earlier in the offseason it appeared right-hander Carl Pavano could reunite with the Minnesota Twins, but at this point the veteran “doesn’t appear to be a fit” with the club.

Twins sign Mike Pelfrey to 1-year deal

Minnesota has added yet another pitcher to the organization, this time a righty rehabbing from Tommy John.

Twins add 8 on minor-league deals

Minnesota has signed several players, but only given out spring training invites to three.

Minnesota Twins Sign Kevin Correia

Minnesota Twins sign Jared Burton

Jared Burton will sign with the Minnesota Twins.

Twins rumors: Minnesota offered Francisco Liriano, Joe Saunders contracts

The Minnesota Twins have made contract offers to several free agents, including left-handers Joe Saunders and Francisco Liriano.

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