Minneapolis, MN
\nThe Minnesota Twins defeated the Detroit Tigers 3\u20131 on Thursday afternoon at Target Field, completing a four-game series sweep and improving to 7\u20136 on the season.<\/p>\n
The victory marks the Twins\u2019 first four-game home sweep since June 2024 and moves the club above the .500 mark for the first time in several months.<\/p>\n
Late-Inning Hit Breaks Tie<\/p>\n
The game remained tied into the eighth inning before Brooks Lee delivered a go-ahead two-run single, providing the decisive margin.<\/p>\n
Lee\u2019s hit came with two outs and runners in scoring position, continuing a series trend in which Minnesota\u2019s lineup produced key late-inning offense.<\/p>\n
Pitching Anchors Defensive Game<\/p>\n
Right-hander Mick Abel set the tone for Minnesota, pitching six scoreless innings while recording seven strikeouts and stranding multiple Detroit scoring opportunities.<\/p>\n
The Twins\u2019 pitching staff limited the Tigers to 0-for-11 with runners in scoring position, preventing any sustained offensive momentum.<\/p>\n
Garrett Acton earned his first Major League win after pitching two innings in relief, and Eric Orze secured the final three outs for his first save of the season. Through 13 games, five different Twins pitchers have recorded a save.<\/p>\n
Additional Offensive Production<\/p>\n
Minnesota\u2019s only other run came on a solo home run by Josh Bell, who finished the game 3-for-4 at the plate.<\/p>\n
Detroit scored once in the later innings but was unable to generate further offense against Minnesota\u2019s bullpen.<\/p>\n
Series Context and Standings<\/p>\n
The sweep represents a shift in early-season momentum for Minnesota, which entered the series seeking consistency in both starting pitching and run production.<\/p>\n
At 7\u20136, the Twins are currently positioned near the top of the American League Central standings, trailing the Cleveland Guardians.<\/p>\n
For Detroit, the loss extends the club\u2019s road losing streak to eight games. The Tigers also sustained an in-game setback when outfielder Parker Meadows exited following a collision with teammate Riley Greene.<\/p>\n
Next Series<\/p>\n
The Twins will travel to Canada to face the Toronto Blue Jays in a three-game series at Rogers Centre.<\/p>\n
First pitch: Friday, April 10 at 6:07 p.m. CT
\nProbable starters: Simeon Woods Richardson (Twins) vs. Patrick Corbin (Blue Jays)<\/p>\n
The four-game sweep concludes Minnesota\u2019s homestand with improved pitching stability and timely offensive production as the team transitions to its first extended road stretch of the season.<\/p>\n