Cleveland Guardians secure 5-2 win over Minnesota Twins in series finale

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on July 9, 2026, at Target Field in Minneapolis. The Guardians broke a 1-1 tie with four runs in the sixth and seventh innings, powered by home runs from Gabriel Arias and Chase DeLauter. Twins starter Bailey Ober pitched five innings, allowing only one run, while Guardians starter Gavin Williams held the Twins to two runs over seven innings. The loss halts the Twins' five-game winning streak, leaving them two games back from second place in the AL Central. Cleveland faces the Miami Marlins next, while Minnesota prepares to host the Los Angeles Angels.

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