Detroit Tigers defeat Minnesota Twins in 12-inning marathon at Target Field

The Detroit Tigers defeated the Minnesota Twins 11-6 in a 12-inning game at Target Field on Wednesday. The contest lasted four hours and nine minutes, involving 41 players and 13 relief pitchers. Minnesota struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities throughout the night, leaving 24 runners on base and failing to convert with runners in scoring position during late-inning rallies. The game saw both teams trade leads before the Tigers pulled away in the final frame. This matchup was the longest for the Twins during the 2026 season and the sixth-longest game in MLB this year.

• 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — Missed opportunities doom Twins in 4-hour, 12-inning, 41-player marathon