Guardians overpower Twins 13-4, Joe Ryan struggles on the mound
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 1:33 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Minnesota Twins 13-4 on July 20, 2026, in Cleveland. Minnesota's ace Joe Ryan allowed eight earned runs and six home runs, becoming the 13th pitcher in MLB history to allow six homers in a game. The Guardians capitalized on Ryan's struggles, with multiple players contributing home runs, including Brayan Rocchio and Petey Halpin. The Twins scored two runs in the second inning but could not recover from an early deficit. Minnesota faces Cleveland again in the second game of the series, scheduled for July 21, 2026.
- •Joe Ryan gave up eight earned runs in four innings.
- •Brayan Rocchio and Petey Halpin each hit two home runs.
- •Guardians led 3-0 after the first inning.
- •Minnesota scored two runs in the second inning.
- •Second game of the series set for July 21, 2026.
- 1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Guardians 13, Twins 4: Ace’s low
"As in: “the Twins’ ace is low.” As in: “Joe Ryan did not do well tonight.”
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