Twins score four early, hold off Braves for victory in Minneapolis
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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

The Minnesota Twins defeated the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on August 17 at Target Field. Luke Keaschall's hustle double and Josh Bell's two-run double ignited a four-run first inning for Minnesota. Although the Braves rallied with runs from Ronald Acuña Jr. in the fifth, the Twins' bullpen secured the win despite several late challenges. Minnesota's pitching struggles were evident, particularly for Bailey Ober, who gave up eight hits in five innings.
- •Twins scored four runs in the first inning.
- •Josh Bell hit a broken bat two-run double.
- •Bailey Ober allowed two runs and eight hits.
- •Ronald Acuña Jr. drove in both Braves runs.
- •Twins' bullpen effectively shut down Braves' late efforts.
- 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Twins 4, Braves 2: Same same. Different, but still same
"Luke Keaschall and the Twins took the opening game against one of the best teams in baseball.
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