Brewers lose to Twins 8-6 after giving up early lead
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:40 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers fell to the Minnesota Twins 8-6 on August 5, 2026, in Milwaukee. The Brewers established an early 4-0 lead but struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities as the game progressed. Rookie Shane Drohan had a challenging outing, allowing multiple runs that contributed to the comeback by the Twins. The two teams will continue their three-game series following this contest.
- •Brewers led 4-0 before the Twins rallied.
- •Drohan struggled as the starter for Milwaukee.
- •Twins relievers held the Brewers scoreless late in the game.
- •The two teams face off again in the next game of the series.
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers blow early lead, lose wild one to Twins 8-6
"Drohan struggles as offense can’t find big late hit
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