What is the Minnesota Twins record in 2026?

The Minnesota Twins are 54-54, 3rd in the AL Central.

Who is pitching for the Twins today?

Joe Ryan (6-6, 3.38 ERA) vs Randy Dobnak (0-0, 1.42 ERA). First pitch at 07:40 PM EDT.

What channel is the Twins game on today?

Today's game airs on Twins.TV Presented by Progressive, Royals.TV, FOX9 KMSP, Gray Media. First pitch at 07:40 PM EDT.

Minnesota Twins News & Updates

July 29, 2026

The Minnesota Twins were 54-54, 3rd in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Minnesota Twins squeaked by the Kansas City Royals 3-2 at Target Field.

Twins Daily Vibe Check

67°

▲15

Warm

a hot week

The foundation feels stable. Going 5-2 in a week will do nice things for the temperature. And outscoring opponents by 7 this week.

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Twins Game on July 29

Opponent:	Kansas City Royals (45-63)
Location:	Target Field
First Pitch:	07:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Joe Ryan (6-6, 3.38 ERA) vs Randy Dobnak (0-0, 1.42 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Twins.TV Presented by Progressive, Royals.TV, FOX9 KMSP, Gray Media
Forecast:	☁️ Overcast, 70°F, Wind 3 mph

Twins Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Minnesota Twins squeaked by the Kansas City Royals 3-2 at Target Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	2	0	0	0	2	4	1
	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	2	3	10	0

Twins Record & Standings

AL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
White Sox	55	51	.519		L2
Guardians	55	54	.505	1.5	L1
Twins	54	54	.500	2.0	W3
Tigers	51	57	.472	5.0	W1
Royals	45	63	.417	11.0	L1

Minnesota Twins are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.

Twins Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
25 Byron Buxton	25	.263	.864	45
56 Josh Bell	13	.246	.719	63
2 Kody Clemens	18	.243	.791	49

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
41 Joe Ryan	6-6	3.38	1.10	114.1
60 Kendry Rojas	1-1	2.81	1.40	25.2
26 Taj Bradley	9-4	3.65	1.21	120.2

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
70 Alex Jackson	3 hits, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games
27 Ryan Jeffers	5 hits, 3 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games
5 Ryan Kreidler	5 hits, 1 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
41 Joe Ryan	7.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
30 Jack Anderson	3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games

Twins News

The Minnesota Twins are riding a wave of momentum after a thrilling 3-2 walk-off victory against the Kansas City Royals, thanks to Royce Lewis’ clutch two-run double. This victory pushes the Twins back to .500 and just a half-game out of the last Wild Card spot, putting pressure on the front office to be buyers at the trade deadline. However, injury concerns loom large as Byron Buxton is day-to-day with right hip soreness, a nagging issue that's plagued him since May. Adding to the uncertainty, right-hander David Festa is set for surgeries that will likely sideline him for the entire season. Amid these challenges, it’s crucial for the Twins to make calculated moves that enhance their playoff chances, not just appease the fanbase.

Sources

Mlbtraderumors

Twins To Buy At Deadline, Targeting Bullpen Help

Royce Lewis had a two-run double with two outs in the ninth to walk off the Royals tonight. The victory brought the Twins back to .500 and within a half-game of the Guardians for the AL’s last Wild Card spot. They’re in third place in the AL Central and just 2.5 back of the White […]

Mlbtraderumors

Twins’ David Festa To Undergo Thoracic Outlet Surgery

Twins right-hander David Festa will undergo surgeries on his shoulder and pectoral muscle tomorrow, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. The first will address a shoulder impingement, while the latter is to alleviate symptoms of neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome. Minnesota general manager Jeremy Zoll said last week that Festa was likely to miss the entire season. […]

MLB.com

As Twins keep up momentum, Zoll says they'll be buyers at Deadline

MINNEAPOLIS – For months now, it’s been a mission statement bordering on a mantra for Twins uniformed personnel: Play well enough to put pressure on the team’s front office when the Trade Deadline gets here. It appears they have done just that, and Tuesday’s come-from-behind 3-2 win over the Royals

MLB.com

Buxton day to day after leaving game with right hip soreness

MINNEAPOLIS -- Byron Buxton was removed from the Twins’ 3-2 win over the Royals on Tuesday night due to right hip soreness, and his status for the coming days is uncertain. It’s the same joint that has been bothering Buxton on and off since May, and that caused him to

Puckettspond

Twins’ trade deadline decision shouldn’t be used to boost the Pohlads' approval rating

If the Minnesota Twins buy at the trade deadline, it should be done purely for baseball reasons.

Puckettspond

Ryan Kreidler's struggles make the Twins' next call-up obvious

It's time for the Twins to call up Kaelen Culpepper with Ryan Kreidler amid a slump.

Twins Upcoming Schedule

The Minnesota Twins visit the Seattle Mariners for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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