Overview

• Joe Ryan pitched seven scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and no walks, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 4-0 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night.
• Ryan improved his career record against the Royals to 7-0, boasting a 1.30 ERA in nine starts against the team.
• Kansas City’s Seth Lugo allowed two runs over 5 2/3 innings, but the Royals’ offense struggled to capitalize on limited opportunities, including a critical baserunning miscue by Bobby Witt Jr.
• The Twins capitalized on timely hitting, with Edouard Julien and Ty France driving in early runs, while Matt Wallner and France added late-game home runs to secure the win.
• This victory followed a slim Royals win the previous night, underscoring the back-and-forth nature of the series and setting the stage for the final game on Thursday.