Minnesota Twins reporter

Bobby Nightengale joined the Star Tribune in May, 2023, after covering the Reds for the Cincinnati Enquirer for five years. He's a graduate of Bradley University.


What pitchers might the Twins target at the trade deadline?

The team's projected payroll for next season might play a factor as Tuesday's deadline nears.


Twins notch walk-off victory over Phillies to win series

The Twins rallied from a three-run deficit to win in the bottom of the ninth inning, 5-4, on Wednesday at Target Field.


Buxton leaves Twins game after being hit by pitch

Center fielder Byron Buxton should be OK; X-rays on his right arm were negative.


Twins recall David Festa, will use Steven Okert as starter vs. Phillies

Reliever Brock Stewart was activated after missing 70 games because of shoulder tendinitis.


Twins lose to Phillies after Duran's ninth inning spirals

Neither Minnesota nor Philadelphia scored through the first eight innings, but the Phillies capitalized with a sacrifice fly and a two-run double from Nick Castellanos after they loaded the bases in the ninth inning.


Twins targeting pitching as MLB trade deadline nears

The starting rotation might have an open spot as the Twins seek to make a playoff push.


Ober shines after shaky first inning to carry Twins past Phillies

Bryce Harper homered in the first inning, but it was all Twins and Bailey Ober afterward in a 7-2 victory over MLB-best Philadelphia.


Lewis to begin rehab assignment, could rejoin Twins this week

Third baseman Royce Lewis is recovering from an adductor strain; Jose Miranda is also heading to Class AAA St. Paul.


Here are the players chosen by the Twins in the 2024 MLB draft

The first three picks were college infielders as the team stocks up its prospects in the 20-round draft.


Inside the Twins' decision to draft Culpepper in the first round

"My goal is to inspire others who look just like me," said Kansas State shortstop Kaelen Culpepper, taken with the 21st overall pick Sunday.