Minnesota Twins News & Updates
The Minnesota Twins were 11-8, 1st in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Minnesota Twins blasted the Boston Red Sox 6-0 at Target Field.
Everything is pointing up. Moved into first. That's a big deal for the score. Also helping: took last night by 6. That matters.
Twins Game on April 15
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Target Field |
| First Pitch: | 01:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Simeon Woods Richardson (0-3, 6.10 ERA) vs Connelly Early (1-0, 2.29 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Twins.TV Presented by Progressive, NESN |
| Forecast: | 🌦️ Moderate drizzle, 70°F, Wind 7 mph |
Twins Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Minnesota Twins blasted the Boston Red Sox 6-0 at Target Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0 |
Highlights
- Brooks Lee went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Trevor Larnach went 1-3 with 2 RBI.
- Byron Buxton went 4-5 with 2 HR and 2 RBI.
Twins Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Twins
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11 | 8 | .579 | L1 | |
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Guardians
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10 | 9 | .526 | 1.0 | L2 |
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Tigers
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8 | 9 | .471 | 2.0 | W4 |
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Royals
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7 | 10 | .412 | 3.0 | L2 |
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White Sox
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6 | 11 | .353 | 4.0 | L1 |
Minnesota Twins are 6-1 in their last 7 games, with a +20 run differential.
Twins Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | .296 | .911 | 11 | |
| 3 | .238 | .807 | 14 | |
| 2 | .182 | .977 | 4 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7 hits, 3 HR, 3 RBI, .467 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 7 RBI, .6 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .273 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.1 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Twins News
The Minnesota Twins sit atop the division after their emphatic 6-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox, showcasing an impressive 6-1 record over the last week and a staggering +20 run differential. The bats are sizzling, with Tristan Gray leading the charge at .296, while the pitching staff’s numbers could use tightening up, averaging 4.1 runs allowed per game. Meanwhile, a former top prospect has made headlines with a hot start at the Rockies, stirring mixed emotions among Twins fans who remember his potential. As the Twins look to sustain this momentum, the spotlight remains on their current roster to keep the fire burning against Boston in the upcoming matchups. It's a time for celebration and a reminder of the past, as hope for continued success intertwines with nostalgia.
Twins Upcoming Schedule
The Minnesota Twins host the Cincinnati Reds for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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