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Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers recovering, could be trade deadline target

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 10:34 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers recovering, could be trade deadline target

Summary

Ryan Jeffers, the Minnesota Twins' top catcher, is recovering from a broken left hamate. He was injured on May 18 and expected to be sidelined for up to two months. The Twins, currently third in the AL Central, may consider trading him as they are falling behind in the standings. General manager Jeremy Zoll is preparing for potential moves if the team's losing streak continues. Jeffers, hitting.295 before his injury, is regarded as a top trade candidate due to his strong performance and approaching free agency next winter.

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Status Watch

•Jeffers injured his left hamate, expected to miss two months.
•Twins sit 6.5 games behind the AL Central leaders.
•General manager Jeremy Zoll may explore trade options for Jeffers.
•Jeffers posted a career-best.295 batting average before his injury.
•He will be a free agent after the season.

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10:34 PMYahoo Sports — Injured Twins C Ryan Jeffers recovering, prepping for trade deadline move

What they're saying

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Sidelined with a broken left hamate, Minnesota's top-ranked catcher could be seen as a backstop solution for an MLB playoff contender.
— Yahoo Sports

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