Minnesota TwinsvsArizona Diamondbacks
MIN 4/ARI 2
Things to say
The Twins beat the Diamondbacks 4-2 at Chase Field.
01
opener
Twins took it 4-2 in Arizona. Tight game most of the way. Minnesota just did a little more with the heart of the order.
02
key player
Twins starter was the story for me. Got into his stuff early, kept the WHIP down, and gave the bullpen a breather. That's how you win on the road.
03
hot take
Two runs at Chase Field? The D-backs offense is supposed to mash at home. That lineup's been all OBP and no punch lately.
04
deep cut
Arizona left too many guys on. Couple of those innings they had the table set and just couldn't cash. That's the difference in a two-run game.
05
exit
Anyway, getaway day for the Twins now. Curious if they can keep it rolling on the next stop.
The recap
Twins went into Chase Field and stole one, 4-2, behind a steady starting effort that kept Arizona's bats quiet all night. Minnesota scratched across enough to stay in front, then handed it to the bullpen to slam the door late.
Arizona's two runs just weren't enough to keep pace, and they drop back under .500 at 39-38. Quiet, workmanlike win for the Twins on the road.