Twins hold off Astros in close game on June 29
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The Minnesota Twins narrowly defeated the Houston Astros 5-4 on June 29 in Houston. Despite securing a 5-0 lead, the Twins faced a late rally from the Astros, who scored four runs in the ninth, highlighted by a two-run home run from Taylor Trammell. Zebby Matthews contributed a solid start for Minnesota, allowing only one run through eight innings. Late-game challenges included a controversial strike call against Christian Walker that could have altered the inning's outcome. The Twins remain competitive in the American League standings.
- •The Twins led 5-0 going into the ninth inning.
- •Zebby Matthews pitched eight strong innings for Minnesota.
- •Taylor Trammell hit a two-run homer in the ninth for the Astros.
- •The game featured several controversial calls in the final inning.
- •The victory keeps the Twins in contention for playoff spots.
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Twins 5, Astros 4: Twins win despite their best efforts
"The Twins bullpen allowed the Astros to get back in this one, but Minnesota had just enough to squeeze out a win.
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