Minnesota Twins defeat Detroit Tigers 11-1 in series opener

The Minnesota Twins defeated the Detroit Tigers 11-1 on Monday night at Target Field in Minneapolis. Taj Bradley earned the win for Minnesota, pitching through the seventh inning and allowing only a solo home run to Hao-Yu Lee. Kody Clemens and Ryan Jeffers each hit home runs for the Twins, who entered the game leading the American League in total runs scored. Detroit starter Jackson Jobe allowed five runs over five innings, while defensive struggles compounded the Tigers' issues in the field. The loss further complicates the Tigers' postseason pursuit as the three-game series continues. Minnesota's victory was bolstered by a four-run fifth inning and a late-game offensive surge that included a bases-clearing single from Brooks Lee.

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