Trade Deadline / Paid-only Twins trade deadline takeaways: Hoffman's role, Larnach nixed, Jeffers and QO, grades Collecting my post-deadline thoughts now that the dust has settled, including a pair of theories about the Twins' decision-making approach. By Aaron Gleeman / 6 Aug 2026
Trade Deadline / Paid-only Twins followed through on pledge to buy at deadline, trading for Jeff Hoffman-led trio By adding Hoffman, A.J. Minter, and Dean Kremer without subtracting any major leaguers, the front office gave the Twins a real chance to grab a playoff spot. By Aaron Gleeman / 4 Aug 2026