An Exciting Comeback Victory! 
What a game, Twins fans! The Minnesota Twins pulled off an exhilarating win against the Detroit Tigers, beating them 5-3. From the start, it was a tight contest, with neither team managing to score in the first two innings. But our boys showed their grit and determination to bring it home!Early Innings: The Calm Before the Storm 
The game started quietly with both teams struggling to get on base. In the bottom of the first, our boys couldn't break through against the Tigers' pitching. Carlos Correa and Royce Lewis couldn't get past second base, and Manuel Margot grounded out. The second inning wasn't much different. Jose Miranda and Carlos Santana went down swinging, but Byron Buxton managed to earn a walk. However, it wasn't enough to spark a rally. The tension was palpable!
Breaking the Deadlock: The Third Inning 
Finally, some excitement! Kyle Farmer got things moving with a single to center. Manuel Margot followed with a single, placing runners on first and second. With two outs, Royce Lewis stepped up and delivered a clutch double to left, bringing in both Farmer and Margot. The Twins were on the board with a 2-0 lead!Tigers Respond, Twins Roar Back 
The Tigers didn’t stay quiet for long. Justyn-Henry Malloy and Ryan Kreidler both homered in the top of the 5th, pushing the Tigers ahead 3-2. But our Twins responded instantly in the bottom of the inning. Manuel Margot smashed a homer to left center, tying the game. The momentum was shifting back in our favor!
Taking the Lead: The Seventh and Eighth Inning Power 
In the bottom of the 7th, Byron Buxton led off with a ground rule double and advanced to third on a wild pitch. Ryan Jeffers then hit into a fielder's choice, allowing Buxton to score. We took the lead 4-3! 
Not stopping there, Carlos Correa hit a monstrous 421-foot homer in the 8th, providing some needed insurance. The score stood 5-3, with the Twins smelling victory!
Closing It Out: Ninth Inning Drama 
The pressure was on in the top of the 9th, but Jhoan Duran came in and closed the door on the Tigers. Colt Keith grounded out, Malloy flied out, and Baddoo struck out looking to end the game.What an incredible win for our Twins! It was a showcase of resilience and never giving up. Let's carry this momentum forward! Go Twins!
Scoreboard for Tigers @ Twins (July 2nd, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 1 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 |