Minnesota Twins beat Red Sox twice in Boston, highlighted by Larnach and Buxton heroics

The Minnesota Twins won both games of their weekend series in Boston. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Twins defeated the Red Sox 4–2 as Trevor Larnach matched his career high with four hits and rookie pitcher Taj Bradley returned from a chest muscle injury, allowing just one run over five innings. The win marked the Twins’ ninth victory in 13 games.

The previous night, the Twins rallied from a four‑run deficit to beat Boston 8–6. Byron Buxton and Austin Martin each delivered two‑run homers in the seventh inning, while Ryan Kreidler added an RBI double. The comeback snapped reliever Justin Slaten’s 15‑game scoreless streak.

Off the field, rumors circulated that outfielder Byron Buxton might waive his no‑trade clause to join his hometown Atlanta Braves, according to Atlanta radio host Chris Dimino. The speculation follows Buxton’s recent frustration with the Twins’ trade handling and his strong performance this season.