mlb Game Recap
Minnesota Twins Kansas City Royals Game Ends in 8-5 Twins Victory - Recap
Minnesota grabbed a 8-5 win over Kansas City on Monday, as L Lynn was credited with a win at Kauffman Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Twins were rewarded as -125 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.
L Lynn earned the victory for the Twins, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 5, walking 3, and allowing 6 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from E Rosario in the win.
Kansas City got a 6-inning outing from Jake Junis in the loss. He gave up 3 earned runs, 4 walks and 6 hits in his time on the mound, while Jon Jay had 4 hits in the loss for the Royals.
The battle of the bats favored Kansas City as they had 12 hits, while Minnesota only had 13.
Fernando Rodney pitched the final 1.1 innings for the save. He struck out 3 and allowed 3 hits in his outing.