Kody Clemens hits go-ahead home run in Twins win over Tigers
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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

The Minnesota Twins defeated the Detroit Tigers 3-2 at Comerica Park on Tuesday. Kody Clemens delivered the decisive blow in the sixth inning with a home run off Tigers starter Drew Anderson. Kevin McGonigle provided the Tigers' offense with his 16th home run of the season, a two-run shot in the fifth inning. Anderson, who held the Twins scoreless from the second through the fifth, took the loss after allowing the go-ahead hit. Despite the performance, the Tigers were unable to score further, ending the game 66-79 for the season. The Twins' bullpen held the Tigers hitless over the final four innings of the contest.
- •The Minnesota Twins defeated the Detroit Tigers 3-2 at Comerica Park on September 8.
- •Kody Clemens hit a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning to secure the victory.
- •Kevin McGonigle recorded his 16th home run of the season for Detroit.
- •Drew Anderson pitched five-plus innings for the Tigers, taking the loss.
- •The Tigers fell to 66-79 on the season following the narrow defeat.
- 1:13 AMYahoo Sports — McGonigle hits 16th homer but Twins rally to edge Tigers
"The Twins scored two runs in the sixth inning to beat the Tigers at Comerica Park on Tuesday.
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