Twins overpower Yankees 6-1 in decisive game at Yankee Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Minnesota Twins defeated the New York Yankees 6-1 on July 5, 2026, at Yankee Stadium. The Twins took an early lead with a strong start and continued their offensive momentum throughout the game. Joe Ryan showcased a dominant pitching performance, allowing no earned runs across seven innings. Byron Buxton left the game with a hip injury, requiring further evaluation. The Twins aim to build on this success with a series against the Cleveland Guardians starting next week.
- •Twins jump to an early lead with hits from Austin Martin and Byron Buxton.
- •Joe Ryan pitched seven scoreless innings, striking out nine Yankees.
- •Twins scored in multiple innings, highlighted by a 4-run fifth.
- •Byron Buxton exited the game due to a hip injury.
- •Twins face the Cleveland Guardians in their next series.
- 8:41 PMYahoo Sports — Twins 6, Yankees 1: A new morning in Twins Territory
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