Twins Released Addison Reed

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The Four Things The Cardinals Must Do To Break Out Of Their Horrible Slump

It feels like a lifetime ago that the St. Louis Cardinals rolled into Wrigley Field with the best record in baseball, ready to do battle with the Cubs for NL Central supremacy. That was a mere two weeks ago. The Cubs swept that series by the combined score of 23-10 and sent the Cardinals into a tailspin. Thursday's loss (ATL 10, STL 2) was the 10th in the last 13 games for St. Louis.

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Twins Designated Addison Reed For An Assignment

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Andrew Miller's Troubling 2018 Would Have Looked Pretty Good In Cardinals' Bullpen

A baseball team synonymous with Budweiser ordered a Miller.

BenFred

Cardinals' Bullpen Overhaul Goes Beyond New Name(s)

Of the countless words Cardinals decision-makers have shared about their ongoing mission to fortify a scrambled bullpen, one from president of baseball operations John Mozeliak jumps out.

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Let's Find A Trade for Jose Martinez

I just love Jose Martinez. The dude’s smile is infectious and you can tell that he truly loves the game of baseball. And he can really hit. He is as much a “pulled himself up by his own bootstraps” guy as there is in the major leagues.

Birds On The Black

Cardinals Look To Carlos Martinez As Bullpen Answer

The word “ability” is wedged into “reliability,” as if to say — we know what you can do ... but how often can you do it?

Hochman

Jake Odorizzi Solid, But Twins Offense Silenced In Defeat

In his 27th start of the year, right-hander Jake Odorizzi (Odo) put an end to a dubious streak, as he recorded an out in the seventh inning for the first time this season.

Minnesota Official Site

Twins Pass Logan Morrison Through Revocable Waivers

Less than a week into August, the Twins already have passed first basemen Joe Mauer and Logan Morrison through waivers, according to a person with direct knowledge.

Pioneer Press

Twins Placed Addison Reed On The Ten-Day Disabled List

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Cardinals Have Shown Past Interest In Jose Abreu; Zach Britton Being Heavily Scouted By Teams; Rangers Ready To Move Adrian Beltre

There are a few White Sox staffers who feel Jose Abreu will be moved by the trade deadline. Abreu has been a consistent 30/100 player and this year is shaping up no different. The White Sox have always asked a lot for the righthanded slugger. Teams that have shown past interest include the Cardinals, Dodgers, Astros, and Rockies. He seems to be a perfect fit for the Astros.

Boston Globe

Lance Lynn's Solid Effort Erased By Overtaxed Bullpen

Lance Lynn continued his recent streak of strong starts with a solid six-inning performance, but the Twins found themselves in a familiar situation, seeing the overworked bullpen giving up a late lead in yet another frustrating loss.

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Cardinals Have Pieces To Pull Of Trade For Manny Machado, Josh Donaldson, Or Mike Moustakas; Red Sox Interested In Kelvin Herrera

The Cardinals keep things close to the vest, but it’s clear they need third base help and an impact hitter. They have the pieces to get Machado, Donaldson or Moustakas, and if I had to venture a guess, they’ll get one of them by the end of July.

Boston Globe

Mike Leake Masterful As Mariners Complete Sweep

Missing the top three hitters in their batting order, the Mariners managed to rally late once again Sunday with a two-run double in the eighth by Ryon Healy, lifting Seattle to a 3-1 win and series sweep of the Twins at Safeco Field.

Seattle Official Site

Phil Hughes Role Up In Air After Latest Outing

Phil Hughes said he feels healthy, and is on track for the regular season. Where that track leads is still a bit of a question.

Minnesota Official Site

Twins Thrilled To Have Lance Lynn On Board

Lance Lynn officially became a Twin on Monday, signing his one-year, $12 million contract after passing a physical, but he comes in already having prior relationships with several of his new teammates.

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Twins Signed Lance Lynn For One-Year/$12M

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The Twins made another major upgrade to their rotation, agreeing to terms on Saturday with right-hander Lance Lynn on a one-year deal worth $12 million, a source confirmed to MLB.com's Jon Paul Morosi.
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What's The Hold-Up With Greg Holland?

In this slow offseason it was the relievers who saw most of the action in the early stages of the hot stove. Except Greg Holland, who is still looking for work.

Beyond The Boxscore

John Mozeliak & Cardinals Doubling Down On Pitching Youth

The Cardinals have money, but are picky in how they spend it. You don't have to love it, but you should respect and understand it. I would have liked Lynn and Reed, but the Cardinals are banking on Weaver, Flaherty, and Hicks.

KSDK

Cardinals Are Easing Matthew Bowman, Others Into Duty

As he recently retraced what carried him to the majors, from a Rule 5 pick to the Cardinals’ leading fireman, Matt Bowman remained aware of how a heavy workload played a supporting role in his rise.

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