Twins take series from Mets with 4-3 win on Ty France’s game-ending single in the 10th inning
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins secured a 4-3 victory over the New York Mets in a thrilling 10th inning on Wednesday, with Ty France delivering a game-winning single. The Twins, who improved to 7-12, managed to clinch just their second series win in six sets this season.
The decisive moment came with Byron Buxton on second base as the automatic runner, setting the stage for France to deliver a clutch hit off Reed Garrett in the 10th inning. The ball bounced into center field, eluding Tyrone Taylor’s glove and allowing Buxton to score the winning run.
Earlier in the game, the Twins received RBI singles from Buxton, Harrison Bader, and Willi Castro to build a lead. However, the Mets fought back in the eighth inning, with Pete Alonso and Jesse Winker hitting RBI doubles to end a 12-inning scoreless streak. Luisangel Acuña tied the game with a two-out single, setting the stage for the dramatic extra-inning finish.
The Mets, now 11-7, received a strong performance from rookie Justin Hagenman, who made his major league debut in a bullpen game after Griffin Canning was scratched due to illness. Despite the loss, the Mets showed resilience and fought back to force extra innings.
Notably, Francisco Lindor extended his hitting streak at Target Field to 20 games, dating back to August 8, 2019, which stands as the longest streak by an opponent in the ballpark’s history.
Looking ahead, the Mets will host the St. Louis Cardinals for a four-game series starting Thursday. Manager Carlos Mendoza hinted at a potential return for Canning to the rotation early in the series. On the other hand, the Twins will kick off a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves on Friday, with Chris Paddack set to start against Bryce Elder.
In conclusion, the thrilling 10th inning victory for the Minnesota Twins over the New York Mets showcased the competitive spirit of both teams. With key players stepping up in crucial moments, the game provided fans with an exciting display of baseball action.
