Twins Trade 11 Players in MLB Deadline Fire Sale

The Minnesota Twins executed a major roster overhaul ahead of the MLB trade deadline, trading away nearly 40% of their active players, including key figures like Carlos Correa, Jhoan Duran, Harrison Bader, and several relievers. The trades, conducted mostly on the final day, brought in numerous prospects and younger players as the franchise pivots towards rebuilding for the future. Correa was sent back to the Houston Astros in exchange for minor league pitcher Matt Mikulski, with the Twins still paying a significant portion of Correa's contract. Other significant moves included sending Jhoan Duran and Harrison Bader to the Philadelphia Phillies, Chris Paddack and Randy Dobnak to the Detroit Tigers, and Willi Castro to the Chicago Cubs. Team president Derek Falvey emphasized that the extensive trading was a strategic decision aimed at investing in both the short- and long-term competitiveness of the team. Fans can expect a more affordable ticket price as the team rebuilds, with the Twins returning to play immediately after the deadline.