mlb Game Recap
Minnesota vs Kansas City Final: 8-5 - Recap
Minnesota pitchers gave up 2 home runs to Mike Moustakas but still escaped with a 8-5 victory on Wednesday at Target Field.
The Twins were a -203 favorite in the win. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 9.5.
Minnesota got 5 innings from L Lynn, who gave up 3 earned runs on 5 hits, while striking out 6. L Lynn earned the victory, while the Twins got 3 RBIs from Brian Dozier in the win.
Kansas City's starting pitcher B Smith worked 3.1 innings, giving up 7 hits and 4 earned runs while striking out 4 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Mike Moustakas in a losing cause.
Minnesota enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 15-9 advantage in hits.
Minnesota looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Tampa Bay. Kansas City will aim to get back on the winning track at Chicago.