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Ashcraft Throws 11 Ks and Pirates Complete Sweep of Twins
Braxton Ashcraft struck out 11 in six innings as Pittsburgh completed a three-game sweep and handed Minnesota its fifth straight loss.
- On Sunday, the Pittsburgh Pirates completed a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins with a 9-3 victory, as pitcher Braxton Ashcraft struck out 11 batters in six innings.
- Pittsburgh broke open the game with a five-run inning in the fifth, as Nick Gonzales and Oneil Cruz drew consecutive walks before Henry Davis capped the rally with a two-run single.
- The Minnesota Twins face significant roster challenges, mired in a five-game losing streak with their rotation down to four healthy starters after Kendry Rojas was placed on the injured list.
- Third baseman Brooks Lee hit two home runs in the loss, saying, "It's been a tough road trip, just the guys that we faced." The Twins concluded their 10-game road trip 4-6.
- The Minnesota Twins look to rebound Monday in the opener of a series against the Chicago White Sox, with right-hander Joe Ryan scheduled to start.
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