Twins secure series sweep over Rangers with 9-3 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:43 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Texas Rangers 9-3 on June 18, 2026, in Arlington. Brooks Lee's three-run home run in the first inning set the tone for the Twins, who built a large early lead. Trevor Larnach contributed significantly, hitting a two-run homer and driving in three runs overall. Joe Ryan pitched five innings, allowing three hits and striking out seven, while the Twins bullpen managed to hold off the Rangers despite some late inning home runs. The Twins complete the sweep and prepare to face the Arizona Diamondbacks next.
- •Brooks Lee hit a three-run homer in the first inning.
- •Trevor Larnach contributed three runs and a home run.
- •Joe Ryan struck out seven batters in five innings.
- •The Twins bullpen allowed three late home runs but secured the win.
- •The Twins will face the Arizona Diamondbacks next.
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — Twins 9, Rangers 3: Bullpen gives it their all (to try and lose the game)
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