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Minnesota Twins dominate Detroit Tigers in series blowouts
The Minnesota Twins have dominated the Detroit Tigers in their recent three-game series, securing two massive blowout victories. In the series opener, the Twins defeated the Tigers 11-1, led by Ryan Jeffers, who hit two home runs, and top prospect Walker Jenkins, who recorded his first major league home run.
The Twins followed this with a 15-2 victory on Tuesday night. The game was highlighted by a 10-run sixth inning, featuring three-run home runs from both Royce Lewis and Ryan Jeffers. Connor Prielipp earned the win in relief, striking out five over five scoreless innings.
With these wins, the Twins have moved to a 67-72 record, keeping them within 3.5 games of the Cleveland Guardians for the third American League wild-card spot. The Tigers, meanwhile, continue to struggle, having lost 14 of their last 17 games.
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Chicago White Sox · Detroit Tigers · Minnesota Twins · Royce Lewis · Ryan Jeffers · Taj Bradley · Walker Jenkins · Zebby Matthews