The Minnesota Twins announced Friday that the club and former President of Baseball and Business Operations Derek Falvey have mutually agreed to part ways.

The Twins announced they have traded catcher Jhonny Pereda to the Seattle Mariners. Minnesota will get cash considerations as part of the transaction. We have traded C Jhonny Pereda to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations

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Entering the offseason, those who follow the Minnesota Twins expected corner outfielder/designated hitter Trevor Larnach to part ways with the organization, either by being non-tendered in mid-November or traded sometime before spring training.

Jace Kaminska missed the 2025 season after recovering from Tommy John surgery. He recorded 104 strikeouts in 81 innings in Low-A in 2024.

The Minnesota Twins agree to a deal with ace Joe Ryan, avoiding arbitration and adding a 2027 option amid swirling trade rumors.

When FanGraphs converts those projections into expected wins, the margin tightens even further. Detroit is projected to win 83 games, Kansas City 82, and the Twins (also) 82. That clustering, alone, justifies avoiding a teardown. Minnesota is not staring up at a juggernaut. They are very much in the same tier as the teams they need to beat.

As the Twins look toward the 2026 season, Buxton’s ranking reflects more than just past performance. It signals renewed belief in what he can still become as he moves deeper into his prime. If he stays healthy, he remains one of the most electrifying players in baseball, capable of impacting games in every phase.