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Byron Buxton, Mick Abel Help Twins Pummel Red Sox
Mick Abel struck out a career-high 10 and allowed four hits as Minnesota won its eighth in nine games.
- On Tuesday, the Minnesota Twins defeated the Boston Red Sox 6-0 in Minneapolis, powered by Byron Buxton's two home runs and seven shutout innings from Mick Abel.
- Red Sox starter Sonny Gray allowed five runs on nine hits over four innings, contributing to Boston's 6-11 season record and 3-8 road struggles.
- Buxton's second homer traveled 438 feet to left-center field, while Brooks Lee also homered as the Twins secured their eighth victory in nine games.
- Boston was shut out for the first time this season, while outfielder Jarren Duran gestured toward fans, later telling MassLive reporter Chris Smith it was a response to a fan.
- Left-Hander Connelly Early will start for Boston against Twins right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson in Wednesday's series finale.
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Twins hit three home runs in shutout win over Red Sox
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Boston Red Sox 6-0 on Tuesday evening. This was the first time the Twins shutout an opponent in the 2026 season. Mick Abel was outstanding on the mound tossing seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts, earning his first win of the season. Taylor Rogers and Cole Sands each threw a shutout inning in relief. Byron Buxton hit a pair of solo home runs, the 18th multi home run game of his career. Brooks Lee added a s…
Red Sox’ Alex Cora gives Willson Contreras injury update after slugger leaves game
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Abel, Buxton shine as Twins beat Red Sox
After a shaky first two performances this season, Mick Abel was fantastic in his previous start. He was somehow even better on Tuesday, throwing seven scoreless innings against the Boston Red Sox and setting a new career high with 10 strikeouts as the Minnesota Twins won, 6-0. At one point early in the game, Abel struck out five straight batters as part of an effort in which he completely dominated the Boston lineup. The Red Sox had four scatter…
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