Twins Edge Tigers 5-3 in Series Opener
Byron Buxton's speed and timely hitting propel Minnesota past Detroit despite strong start from Tarik Skubal.
- Minnesota extends home run streak to 20 games with homers from Manuel Margot and Carlos Correa.
- Royce Lewis exits game with groin tightness after hitting a crucial two-run double.
- Detroit's Tarik Skubal strikes out seven but bullpen falters late.
- Justyn-Henry Malloy and Ryan Kreidler homer for the Tigers in the fifth inning.
- Twins' bullpen delivers 3 1/3 scoreless innings to secure the win.