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Twins' Seventh-Inning Surge Overpowers Guardians at Target Field

The Minnesota Twins showcased a commanding performance against the Cleveland Guardians, securing a 6-2 victory at Target Field. This win improved the Twins' record to 67-89, while the Guardians now stand at 84-72. The game was marked by strategic plays and key contributions from both teams.


Sep 21, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (25) after hitting a double against the Cleveland Guardians in the third inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

First Inning


The game began with an early lead for the Tribe as they scored 2 runs in the first inning, capitalizing on their initial momentum. The G-Men managed to hit twice during this period, setting a challenging pace for the Twinkies.


Third Inning


Minnesota responded in the third inning with Ryan Jeffers leading an offensive push that resulted in their first run of the game. This narrowed Cleveland's lead and set up a competitive atmosphere for subsequent innings.


Sep 21, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins third base Royce Lewis (23) celebrates a three run home run hit off Cleveland Guardians pitcher Hunter Gaddis (33) in the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Sixth Inning


In a pivotal sixth inning, Byron Buxton's impressive hitting skills came into play as he contributed significantly to Minnesota's tally with two runs scored. His performance was crucial in leveling out what had been an uphill battle against Cleveland’s defense.


Seventh Inning


The seventh inning proved decisive as Minnesota surged ahead with three more runs. Kody Clemens played a vital role during this period, showcasing his batting prowess and helping secure Minnesota’s dominance over Cleveland’s pitching lineup.


Sep 21, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins third base Royce Lewis (23) at bat against Cleveland Guardians pitcher Hunter Gaddis (33) in the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Final Innings


Despite efforts from both sides to alter the game's trajectory, neither team added further scores after these critical innings. The Twins’ bullpen held firm against any late attempts by Cleveland to close their deficit.


This encounter highlighted several standout performances within Minnesota's roster while also reflecting on areas needing improvement through post-game thoughts Twins fans might have shared regarding fielding errors noted during playtime.


Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another engaging matchup when Minnesota faces off against Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on September 23rd at 8:05 PM EDT. Catch all action live via RSN broadcast network! Share your thoughts about this exciting match-up!

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