Phillies score seven-run fifth inning against Twins in Minnesota

The Philadelphia Phillies scored a total of nine runs in their victory over the Minnesota Twins on August 15, 2026, at Target Field. The decisive moment came during the fifth inning when the Phillies pushed across seven runs, capitalizing on walks and key hits from players like Alec Bohm and J.T. Realmuto. Twins pitcher Connor Prielipp struggled with control early, leading to only one run scored by the Phillies in the second inning before their offensive explosion. The Twins managed to score once but could not overcome the deficit. The Phillies will seek a three-game sweep in their next matchup.

• 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — Crooked numbers? In this environment?: Phillies 9, Twins 1