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Jhoan Duran news
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The gist
Jhoan Duran returned to Minnesota to face his former Twins team, calling it bittersweet. The Phillies closer sealed a win with a double play.
Background
Jhoan Duran, now the Phillies' closer, was traded from the Twins. He faced his former team for the first time during a three-game series that began at the Field of Dreams in Iowa and concluded at Target Field in Minnesota.
How it unfolded
- Aug 13, 2026Duran pitched against the Twins at the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa.
- Aug 14, 2026Duran turned a double play to secure a Phillies win.
- Aug 15, 2026Duran returned to Target Field as the Phillies concluded the three-game set in Minnesota.
- Aug 16, 2026Duran admitted his return to Minnesota was bittersweet, facing his former team for the first time.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Interim manager Don Mattingly said of an injured reliever, 'It didn't look good,' referring to Caleb Kilian's apparent injury.
Still unverified
The extent of Caleb Kilian's injury is unconfirmed; Mattingly's comment suggests it may be significant.