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The Minnesota Twins defeated the Cleveland Guardians 10–6 on July 22 at Progressive Field, exceeding the Vegas total of 8.5 runs in a slugfest that showcased the visitors' offensive firepower despite limited hit totals. Minnesota's lineup proved more efficient, collecting 11 hits with 2 home runs and 10 RBIs while posting a .734 OPS, compared to Cleveland's .691 OPS on 13 hits and just 1 homer. The Guardians struck out only 5 times but committed 3 errors in the field, defensive miscues that likely contributed to their four-run deficit. Minnesota's pitching staff struggled with a 4.77 ERA and allowed 13 hits, yet the Twins' two-home-run advantage and superior run production across their lineup proved decisive in the win. The Guardians' inability to convert their 13 hits into more runs—finishing with just 6—underscored an efficiency gap that proved costly in a game well above the projected scoring line. Minnesota's road victory improves their offensive run differential and positions them favorably in the division race.
Line score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 11 | 0 |
| CLE | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 3 |
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Players who scored
Alex Jackson ×3Trevor Larnach ×2Alan Roden ×2Luke Keaschall ×2Brooks LeeKyle Manzardo ×2José RamírezBrayan RocchioPatrick BaileyPetey Halpin
