Twins finish first half at 48-49 after win over Angels

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 9:07 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

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The Minnesota Twins hit the All-Star break at 48-49 following a 4-2 victory against the Los Angeles Angels. This performance keeps the Twins within striking distance of leaders Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians in the American League. Despite a low payroll and injuries affecting their rotation, the Twins' offense ranks among the best in the league. Moving forward, the team has critical weeks ahead, with decisions during the trade deadline dependent on their performance.

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  • Twins lead American League in runs scored despite defensive struggles
  • Rotational setbacks include a season-ending injury to Pablo López
  • Twins trade for Tommy Nance to bolster their bullpen
  • Upcoming series will be crucial for the team's playoff aspirations
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In the days and months after new Twins executive chairman Tom Pohlad took over in December, he vowed that the team would be competitive in 2026. Working with its lowest payroll in years, with a roster that had been ripped apart months earlier at last year’s trade deadline, Pohlad brushed aside outside preseason predictions that were down on the Twins, and said he believed the team would exceed ...

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