Braves swept by Twins after late-game struggles in Minneapolis

The Atlanta Braves faced a challenging start to their road trip, losing to the Minnesota Twins 7-4 on August 19, 2026, in Minneapolis. The game saw multiple lead changes, with Atlanta tying the game at 4 before falling short. AJ Smith-Shawver had a contentious outing, highlighted by a critical fifth inning where Minnesota pulled ahead. Despite a brief resurgence from the Braves, including Ronald Acuña Jr. tying the game, they could not mount a comeback in the later innings, managing only one hit in the eighth and ninth. This sweep marks a significant low for Atlanta, now struggling to find their form as they head into the remainder of the season.

• 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Braves remain in serious funk after getting swept by Twins