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Twins rally past Brewers 8-6 with late scoring surge

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:36 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Twins rally past Brewers 8-6 with late scoring surge

Summary

Josh Bell's standout performance led the Minnesota Twins to an 8-6 comeback victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on August 7, 2026. After trailing 4-0, the Twins scored twice in the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth innings, erasing the deficit. Bell contributed significantly with four hits and a two-run homer, while Kaelen Culpepper homered in his major league debut. The Twins broke a 6-6 tie in the sixth with two runs, capitalizing on Milwaukee's missed opportunities to rally late. Minnesota will next face Milwaukee again with Taj Bradley starting for the Twins and Robert Gasser on the mound for the Brewers on August 8.

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By the Numbers

•Josh Bell hits a two-run homer and goes 4 for 5.
•Kaelen Culpepper homers in his major league debut.
•Twins scored twice in the sixth to break a 6-6 tie.
•Milwaukee left bases loaded in the seventh inning.
•Next game features Taj Bradley vs. Robert Gasser on August 8.

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2:36 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Bell sparks comeback as Twins rally to beat Brewers, 8-6

What they're saying

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Josh Bell went 4 for 5 with a homer and Kaelen Culpepper also went deep in his major league debut as the Minnesota Twins erased a four-run deficit and beat the Milwaukee Brewers 8-6 on Friday night. Minnesota trailed 4-0 after two innings before scoring two runs each in the third, fourth, fifth and sixth. It was the biggest lead Milwaukee has blown in a loss all season.
— Yahoo Sportsby STEVE MEGARGEE

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