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Minnesota Sports Fan on MSNDodgers, Twins in Trade Talks Over Prized Bullpen AssetsThe Minnesota Twins are getting calls on top relievers Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax. The Los Angeles Dodgers are among those interested.
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Ryan generated 18 whiffs, including 13 on his four-seam fastball, navigating the hitter-friendly confines of Coors Field with ease. After giving up a solo home run to Mickey Moniak in the third inning, his lone blemish of the afternoon, Ryan retired 12 of the final 14 batters he faced while registering a season-high-tying 11 strikeouts.
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The Twins enjoyed a stroll in the ballpark Sunday, waltzing to a 7-1 victory over the walk-happy Rockies. Colorado pitchers issued four leadoff walks — three by starter German Marquez — and Minnesota hit four home runs, denying Colorado a rare three-game sweep at Coors Field.
The Minnesota Twins have one of the best pitching staffs in baseball — that is, when the big names are healthy. With Pablo López, Bailey Ober, and Zebby Matthews set to return soon, starting pitching should once again be a strength of the team. The bullpen, aside from a few rocky appearances in June, have been lights out.
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Brock Stewart, who surrendered a go-ahead home run in Saturday night's loss at Colorado, has already gotten over the frustration.