The American League Central, once heralded as a powerhouse, is now struggling, with the Minnesota Twins second in the division but trailing behind the Detroit Tigers. The Twins' June slump saw them win only nine games while allowing an alarming 169 runs. They've shown slight improvement in July, managing a few thrilling one-run victories. However, their overall record of 43-47 reflects a stark downturn from their early-season promise. With key players like Pablo López injured and offensive struggles across the board, the Twins find themselves fighting for relevance as the division weakens.

The Tigers remain the only team pushing forward, while the Guardians are on a debilitating ten-game losing streak and the Royals struggle with the league's worst run production. The Twins' highest-paid players, Carlos Correa and Pablo López, have not produced as expected, further complicating their playoff aspirations. Despite this, FanGraphs still assigns them a 19.1% chance of making the postseason, leaving a sliver of hope for Twins fans.