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Minnesota Twins vs Cleveland Indians Recap - Twins Over Indians 5-2

Minnesota grabbed a 5-2 win over Cleveland on Monday, as Michael Pineda was credited with a win at Progressive Field.

Bettors who backed the Twins were rewarded as -122 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.5.

Minnesota got 3 innings from Michael Pineda, who gave up 0 earned runs on 2 hits, while striking out 3. Michael Pineda earned the victory, while the Twins got 2 RBIs from Rob Refsnyder in the win.

Cleveland's starting pitcher Sam Hentges worked 2 innings, giving up 1 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 3 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Myles Straw in a losing cause.

Minnesota outhit their counterparts 12-8 in the game.

The game was closed out by Alex Colome who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 0 walks and fanned 1 batters to earn the save.