Twins struggle offensively in loss to Athletics at Target Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 2:39 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
BaseballThe Minnesota Twins fell to the Oakland Athletics 2-0 on Friday at Target Field. Despite a solid outing from pitcher Zebby Matthews, who allowed three hits over six innings, the Twins' offense was stifled, managing only two hits. Athletics starter Jacob Lopez threw five scoreless innings, aided by a strong bullpen performance. The Twins had opportunities but squandered chances, including loading the bases in the sixth inning without scoring. Lawrence Butler and Tyler Soderstrom each contributed a run for Oakland.
- •Twins recorded only two hits against the Athletics.
- •Zebby Matthews had a quality start, allowing three hits.
- •Jacob Lopez pitched five scoreless innings for Oakland.
- •Twins loaded the bases but failed to score in the sixth.
- •Athletics scored on a sacrifice fly and a single.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Twins’ bats go silent in series-opening loss to Athletics
"Twins hitters couldn’t do anything against right-hander Gavin Williams on Thursday, striking out 11 times in seven scoreless innings, before beating the Guardians 3-1 in 12 innings. On Friday, they couldn’t do anything against Athletics starter Jacob Lopez, either, managing just one hit in five innings against the left-hander. This time, however, the Twins couldn’t crack the bullpen, either. ...
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