Twins fall to Cubs as Taj Bradley allows five runs in five innings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
BaseballThe Minnesota Twins lost 6-2 to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 18, 2026. Starting pitcher Taj Bradley struggled, giving up five runs, all with two outs. Kody Clemens hit two home runs for the Twins, accounting for their only runs. The Cubs scored in the second and third innings, putting pressure on Bradley throughout his outing. Mike Paredes and Kendry Rojas pitched in relief after Bradley's departure.
- •Taj Bradley allowed five runs in five innings while facing constant pressure.
- •Kody Clemens hit two home runs, contributing both of the Twins' runs.
- •The Cubs scored all six runs off Bradley with two outs in the innings.
- •Mike Paredes and Kendry Rojas pitched in relief following Bradley.
- •The Twins' record now stands at 48-49.
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Twins fall to Cubs as Taj Bradley gives up five runs
"For much of his start on Saturday afternoon, getting to two outs was not the problem for Taj Bradley. Getting the third one proved to be much harder. Bradley, coming off a string of solid starts before the break, gave up five runs in Saturday’s 6-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. All came with two outs in the inning, starting in the first when the starter allowed a solo home run to ...
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