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Twins score early to secure win against Braves again

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:08 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

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Summary

The Minnesota Twins defeated the Atlanta Braves 4-1 at Target Field on August 18, 2026. Josh Bell hit a two-run home run in the first inning, providing the Twins all the offense they would need for the second consecutive game. Zebby Matthews earned the win, allowing one run over 5 2/3 innings, while closer Yoendrys Gómez recorded the save. The Twins also secured a 4-2 victory in the series opener. The teams will conclude their three-game series on August 19, with Taj Bradley starting for Minnesota and AJ Smith-Shawver for Atlanta.

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By the Numbers

•Josh Bell hit his 17th home run of the season.
•Zebby Matthews improved to 7-8 this season.
•The Twins scored four runs in the first inning of the series opener.
•Michael Harris II doubled in the ninth but couldn’t spark a comeback.
•The series finale is scheduled for August 19 at 12:40 p.m.

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2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Early offense lifts Twins past Atlanta again

What they're saying

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Scoring runs early is no guarantee of success, as the Minnesota Twins have proven recently this season. But on Tuesday, for the second game in a row, a crooked number on the first inning scoreboard proved to be enough. The Twins got a first-inning, two-run home run from Josh Bell to supply all the offense they would eventually need on the way to beating the Atlanta Braves 4-1 at Target Field ...
— Yahoo Sports

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