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Twins Dominate Orioles 9-1, Snap 10-Game Losing Streak in Series Opener

Minnesota’s pitching and power hitting overwhelmed Baltimore, extending the Twins' win streak to three games while deepening the Orioles' struggles.

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Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35), front, stands at the plate as Minnesota Twins' Byron Buxton (25), back, celebrates his 3-run home run with teammates during the third inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Baltimore Orioles’ Jackson Holliday (7) reacts after striking out during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minn. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt)

Overview

  • Pablo López struck out 10 over five innings, allowing just one run and lowering his ERA to 2.18 as the Twins secured a commanding victory.
  • Carlos Correa’s 458-foot two-run homer and Ryan Jeffers’ RBI single highlighted a decisive five-run third inning for Minnesota.
  • Byron Buxton added a three-run homer in the seventh, contributing to his four RBIs and solidifying the Twins’ offensive dominance.
  • Baltimore's offense was limited to three hits, with their lone run coming from a Ryan Mountcastle RBI double in the fourth inning.
  • The Twins snapped a 10-game losing streak against the Orioles, while Baltimore’s third consecutive loss left them nine games under .500.