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Mike Clevinger vs K Gibson Tilt Ends in Minnesota 7-5 Win

E Rosario swatted 3 round trippers and drove in 4 runs as his Twins defeated Cleveland 7-5 at Target Field.

Bettors who backed the Twins were rewarded as +102 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.

Fernando Rodney earned the victory for the Twins, throwing 1 innings of work, striking out 1, walking 0, and allowing 1 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from E Rosario in the win.

Cleveland got a 6-inning outing from Mike Clevinger in the loss. He gave up 4 earned runs, 3 walks and 7 hits in his time on the mound, while Edwin Encarnacion had 2 hits in the loss for the Indians.

Minnesota outhit their counterparts 11-6 in the game.

Minnesota looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Chicago. Cleveland will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Milwaukee.