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Twins Extend Winning Streak as Orioles' Struggles Deepen

Minnesota secures fourth straight victory behind Buxton's power and steady pitching, while Baltimore falls nine games under .500.

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Emmanuel Rivera #26 of the Baltimore Orioles reacts after officials ruled him out at home plate in the sixth inning of a game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on May 8, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Ellen Schmidt/Getty Images)
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)

Overview

  • The Minnesota Twins defeated the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 in the second game of their series, marking their fourth consecutive win.
  • Byron Buxton hit a three-run homer, his third home run in as many games, providing a critical lead for the Twins in the third inning.
  • Harrison Bader added a pinch-hit two-run home run in the seventh, extending Minnesota's lead and sealing the game.
  • Baltimore's Charlie Morton allowed three runs in four innings, raising his ERA to 9.38, and remains winless in nine appearances this season.
  • The Orioles, now on a season-high four-game losing streak, continue to struggle offensively, scoring three runs or fewer in 12 of their last 15 games.