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Twins Reach All-Star Break Right in Middle Standings
The Twins’ offense has led the American League in runs scored, but a weak bullpen and injuries leave their trade deadline plans unsettled.
- On Sunday, July 12, 2026, the Minnesota Twins entered the All-Star break at 48-49 after defeating the Los Angeles Angels 4-2 at Target Field in Minneapolis.
- The Twins have played their way into contention, winning 17 of their last 10 games and leading the American League with 471 runs scored since being swept by the Dodgers.
- Driven by starting pitcher Taj Bradley's seven innings of two-run ball, the victory featured Ryan Jeffers' two-run double and Trevor Larnach's solo homer providing insurance runs.
- Executive chairman Tom Pohlad stated the new barometer for success is to "win a championship," positioning the team as likely buyers before the August 1 trade deadline.
- Three games behind division leaders, the Twins face a crucial seven-game road trip against the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Guardians after the break that will determine their playoff trajectory.
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Twins reach all-star break right in middle standings
The Twins are 48-49 on the season heading into the All-Star break after beating the Angels on Sunday afternoon.
·Saint Paul, United States
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Bradley keeps rolling as Twins pull to 1 game below .500 entering break
MINNEAPOLIS – Taj Bradley is entering the All-Star break turning back into the pitcher he was to start the 2026 season. Over his previous four starts entering Sunday, Bradley owned a 2.25 ERA and 0.88 WHIP, struck out 32 batters and walked just eight over 24 innings pitched. He built
·New York, United States
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