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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[News: Minnesota Twins Minor Leagues News & Analysis]]></title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/page/8/?d=1</link><description><![CDATA[News: Minnesota Twins Minor Leagues News & Analysis]]></description><language>en</language><item><title>Twins Minor League Report (4/24): Yasser Mercedes Hits Fourth Homer in 7 Games; Paulshawn Pasqualotto Earns Win in Double-A Debut</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/twins-minor-league-report-424-yasser-mercedes-hits-fourth-homer-in-7-games-paulshawn-pasqualotto-earns-win-in-double-a-debut-r20191/</link><description>TRANSACTIONS &#xA0;&#xA0;

	Following the Twins loss in New York on Thursday night, the Twins announced that Kendry Rojas had been optioned to St. Paul. On Friday, the corresponding move was announced, and as expected, Kody Funderburk was activated from the paternity list.&#xA0;




	OF Alan Roden was official...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20191</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:38:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Marco Raya&#x2019;s Bullpen Transition Facing a Critical Hurdle</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/marco-rayas-bullpen-transition-facing-a-critical-hurdle-r20182/</link><description>The Minnesota Twins have built a reputation for successfully transitioning young starters into high-impact relievers. Jhoan Duran, Griffin Jax, and Louis Varland all found another gear once they moved to the bullpen, turning raw stuff into late-inning weapons. That path has long felt like the mo...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20182</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:22:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Twins Minor League Report (4/22): Jose Salas Knocks Two of 14 Home Runs in Twins Minors</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/twins-minor-league-report-422-jose-salas-knocks-two-of-14-home-runs-in-twins-minors-r20186/</link><description>TRANSACTIONS &#xA0;&#xA0;

	Following the Twins loss in New York, Kendry Rojas was optioned to St. Paul. Presumably, the corresponding move would be to activate Kody Funderburk from the paternity list.&#xA0;




	Infielder Ryan Kreidler reported to the Saints in Indianapolis on Thursday morning after being opt...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20186</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:17:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>It&#x2019;s Time for the Twins to Call Up Emmanuel Rodriguez</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/its-time-for-the-twins-to-call-up-emmanuel-rodriguez-r20161/</link><description>The Minnesota Twins have done plenty to feel good about early in the season, but this past weekend was a reminder that good vibes do not always equal sustainable offense. Against the Cincinnati Reds, Minnesota found itself grinding through multiple tight games, struggling to deliver the one big...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20161</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:15:03 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Twins Minor League Report (4/22): Ricardo Olivar Shoots for the Stars</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/twins-minor-league-report-422-ricardo-olivar-shoots-for-the-stars-r20179/</link><description>&#xA0;




	TRANSACTIONS

	RHP Travis Adams transferred to AAA St. Paul on rehab

	RHP Raul Brito moved to the Development List.&#xA0;

	RHP Luis Garc&#xED;a signed and sent to AAA St. Paul 

	OF/INF Ryan Kreidler optioned to AAA St. Paul

	LHP Connor Prielipp recalled by Twins

	RHP James Ellwanger placed on...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20179</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:33:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Twins Minor League Report (4/21): Jenkins Mashes First Home Run of Season</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/twins-minor-league-report-421-jenkins-mashes-first-home-run-of-season-r20176/</link><description>TRANSACTIONS




	
		The Minnesota Twins officially recalled LHP Kendry Rojas to the big leagues ahead of their series with the New York Mets. When he takes the mound, he will be making his MLB debut. With the St. Paul Saints so far this season he&#x2019;s made two appearances, including one start, thr...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20176</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:39:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Minnesota Twins Prospect Retrospective: Kendry Rojas</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/minnesota-twins-prospect-retrospective-kendry-rojas-r20169/</link><description>Kendry Rojas&#xA0;was originally signed by the Toronto Blue Jays in October 2020, for $215,000. At the time, he was viewed as a projectable arm with a lean frame, intriguing athleticism, and the foundation of a three-pitch mix that could grow into something more. His career since then has been marked...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20169</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:23:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Minnesota Twins Prospect Hot Sheet: 3 Top Pitching Prospects Shine</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/minnesota-twins-prospect-hot-sheet-3-top-pitching-prospects-shine-r20158/</link><description>The early weeks of the minor-league season are often about shaking off rust and adjusting to new levels, but a trio of Twins arms are already in midseason form. From Triple-A St. Paul to Low-A Fort Myers, Minnesota&#x2019;s pitching pipeline is flashing both upside and results. This week&#x2019;s hot sheet hi...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20158</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:32:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Emmanuel Rodriguez is Tearing Up Triple-A, Thanks to Tweaks to His Stance and Approach</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/emmanuel-rodriguez-is-tearing-up-triple-a-thanks-to-tweaks-to-his-stance-and-approach-r20167/</link><description>There&#x2019;s a triumvirate of top-100 hitting prospects playing at CHS Field this spring, on one of Minor League Baseball&#x2019;s most offensively loaded teams. Naturally, Twins fans are wondering who will debut first. In the early going, Emmanuel Rodriguez has been the most productive and looks the most r...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20167</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:08:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Twins Minor League Report 4/19: Eric Wagaman Finds His Footing</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/twins-minor-league-report-419-eric-wagaman-finds-his-footing-r20165/</link><description>TRANSACTIONS

	Right-handed pitcher Jose Olivares started his rehab assignments with the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels.&#xA0;&#xA0;




	Right-handed pitcher Ricky Castro was assigned to St. Paul from Wichita. RHP&#xA0;Cory Lewis was returned to the Saints roster.&#xA0;




	Skor North's Declan Goff tweeted on Sunday n...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20165</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:48:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Shortstop Prospect Marek Houston Is Knocking on the Door of Top-100 Lists</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/shortstop-prospect-marek-houston-is-knocking-on-the-door-of-top-100-lists-r20146/</link><description>There are certain prospects who force their way into the conversation before the industry is quite ready to include them. Marek Houston might already be one of those players.




	When the Twins selected Houston in the first round, the selling point was obvious. He was the best defensive shortst...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20146</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:52:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Twins Minor League Report (4/18): CJ Culpepper Continues His Climb</title><link>https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/twins-minor-league/twins-minor-league-report-418-cj-culpepper-continues-his-climb-r20159/</link><description>TRANSACTIONS &#xA0;&#xA0;

	Utility man Jorel Ortega was activated from the Injured List.&#xA0; 




	RHPs Matt Dalquist  and Matt DesMarets joined the Fort Myers roster from the FCL Twins roster.&#xA0;The 23-year-old Dalquist went to UC-San Diego. He signed shortly following the 2025 draft (July 24, 2025) but didn...</description><guid isPermaLink="false">20159</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:58:00 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
