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Twins and Orioles Deliver a Slugfest at CenturyLink

The Minnesota Twins and the Baltimore Orioles faced off in an action-packed game that saw the Twins fall short with a final score of 13-10. The Twins now stand at 3-3 for the season, while the Orioles improved their record to 4-2. Despite the loss, the game was filled with notable performances and key moments from both teams.


Aug 18, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins designated hitter Edouard Julien (47) at bat in the second inning agains the Pittsburgh Pirates at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-USA TODAY Sports

Key Performances by Twins Players


The Minnesota Twins showcased their offensive capabilities, amassing 17 hits throughout the game. Among the standout players was Tyler Dearden, who had an impressive batting average of .667 along with one RBI, contributing significantly to his team's efforts. Trevor Larnach matched this performance in terms of batting average and added three RBIs to his name, highlighting his crucial role in driving runs for the team.


Allan Cerda also made a significant impact with a .500 batting average and demonstrated power at the plate with an OPS (On-base Plus Slugging) of 1.5. On top of these individual achievements, Byron Buxton stood out by achieving a perfect batting average of 1.000 and showcasing exceptional on-base skills which resulted in an OPS of 2.333.


Orioles' Strategic Plays


On the opposing side, The Baltimore Orioles capitalized on their opportunities late in the game by scoring eight runs in the ninth inning alone, turning what was a closely contested match into a comfortable lead towards its conclusion. Their ability to clutch hits under pressure was evident as they totaled 14 hits over nine innings.


Looking Ahead


Fans can look forward to seeing if The Minnesota Twins can bounce back from this defeat when they face off against The Boston Red Sox at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers on March 1st at 1:05 PM EDT. This upcoming game promises another exciting matchup as both teams aim to improve their standings early in this season year's preseason play. Fans won't want to miss it and can catch all live-action broadcasted on MNNT.


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