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Twins' Early Lead Diminished as White Sox Surge in Seventh Inning at Target Field

The Minnesota Twins faced a challenging game against the Chicago White Sox, ending with a 12-3 result. The Twins now stand at 62-76, while the White Sox improved their record to 51-88. Despite an early lead by the Twins, the South Siders capitalized on key moments to secure their victory.


Oct 4, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Brock Stewart (61) delivers a pitch in the seventh inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game two of the Wildcard series for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

First Inning


The game began with promise for the Twins as they took an early lead in the first inning. With Ryan Fitzgerald and Mickey Gasper contributing to Minnesota's offense, they managed to score 1 run from 2 hits. The team's fielding was solid initially, maintaining pressure on Chicago's batters.


Second Inning


Continuing their momentum into the second inning, Minnesota added another run courtesy of Trevor Larnach's efforts at bat. However, this would be one of only three runs scored by the Twinkies throughout the game.


Fourth Inning


Byron Buxton showcased his skills in center field and contributed offensively with another run for Minnesota during this period. Despite these efforts, errors began creeping into their play which would later prove costly.


Fifth to Ninth Innings


As we moved into later innings, particularly from fifth onwards through ninth innings - it was clear that Chicago had found its rhythm both defensively and offensively; scoring consistently across multiple frames starting from fifth inning where they scored twice followed up by two more runs sixth frame before unleashing four-run barrage seventh frame ultimately sealing fate match-up between these two teams once again proving why they're known formidable opponents within league itself!


The bullpen struggled significantly allowing numerous hits including home runs resulting twelve total earned against them overall performance left much desired especially considering how well starters performed earlier stages contest itself!


In conclusion: despite strong start initial innings ultimately fell short due lack consistency execution crucial moments leading eventual defeat hands determined opposition like those seen here today during latest installment "Twins vs White Sox recap".


Looking ahead next encounter scheduled take place September third when host same opponent back home turf Target Field Minneapolis fans can catch action live broadcasted MNNT network beginning promptly seven forty PM Eastern Daylight Time! Don't miss chance support local heroes share article friends family alike!

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