Twins' dramatic comeback and sweep over Orioles highlight MLB game today
The Minnesota Twins extended their winning streak to 10 games with a dramatic doubleheader sweep against the Baltimore Orioles. In Game 2, Kody Clemens hit a crucial three-run homer in the eighth inning to secure an 8-6 victory, completing the sweep and showcasing the Twins' resilience. The Twins rallied from behind in both games, overcoming deficits of three and two runs, respectively, with key performances from Christian Vazquez, who hit a three-run homer in Game 1, and Clemens, whose go-ahead shot in Game 2 was pivotal. The Twins used extensive bullpen depth, with relievers combining to pitch over nine scoreless innings across both games. Despite injuries to players like Harrison Bader and Ty France, the Twins' 'next man up' mentality kept them on a winning trajectory. Meanwhile, the Orioles faced challenges, including losing multiple leads in Game 2, with Yennier Cano allowing a late three-run homer after Cedric Mullins’ grand slam earlier gave Baltimore a brief lead. The Orioles' struggles are reflected in their 11 games below .500 and a decline in attendance at Camden Yards. Manager Brandon Hyde cited difficulties in hitting in big spots as a key issue. The Orioles are now looking ahead to their series finale against the Twins, with Tomoyuki Sugano scheduled to pitch against Chris Paddack. Overall, the game today underscored the Twins' strong offensive resilience and bullpen depth, while the Orioles continue to grapple with consistency issues as they aim to turn their season around.
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