Royals lead early but Twins rally for 4-3 victory in Kansas City

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Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Royals lead early but Twins rally for 4-3 victory in Kansas City
Summary

In a tightly contested game on August 6, the Minnesota Twins edged out the Kansas City Royals 4-3 at Kauffman Stadium. Early scoring from RoyalsJac Caglianone put Kansas City ahead, while Royce Lewis’ home run helped the Twins recover. The decisive moments came in the eighth inning when Brooks Lee's two-RBI single gave the Twins their first lead of the game. Twins pitcher Kody Funderburk secured the victory in relief, and Yoendrys Gomez earned the save. Minnesota's win snaps a four-game losing streak and improves their standing in the American League Central race.

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  • Royals took a 3-1 lead before Twins' comeback.
  • Royce Lewis hit a 421-foot home run for Minnesota.
  • Brooks Lee's eighth-inning single secured the Twins' lead.
  • Twins' Kody Funderburk earned the win in relief.
  • Next game is against the Milwaukee Brewers.
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