Overview

• Byron Buxton matched his career high with five RBIs, delivering a two-run double in a six-run second inning, a bases-loaded single in the sixth and a sacrifice fly in the ninth.
• Minnesota erupted for six runs in the second inning and capitalized on Oakland’s struggles with the bases loaded to build a decisive lead.
• Starter Joe Ryan loaded the bases in the fifth but escaped without yielding a run, and the Twins bullpen retired all but three batters over the final four innings.
• Luis Severino took the loss after allowing eight runs and nine hits across 5⅔ innings, dropping to 1–5 on the season.
• The Twins improved to 32–27 overall and 7–0 against California opponents while Oakland fell to 23–38 and 9–20 at its temporary home.