Zebby Matthews shines as Twins edge Astros, 5-4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Houston Astros 5-4 on June 29. Zebby Matthews pitched seven innings, allowing one earned run, while striking out seven. The Twins' offense included home runs from Royce Lewis, Victor Caratini, and Josh Bell, supporting Matthews' strong performance. The teams will face off again in Houston on June 30, with the Twins seeking a third consecutive victory.
- •Matthews recorded seven strikeouts and surrendered four hits in seven innings.
- •Twins scored five runs on eight hits in total.
- •Lewis, Caratini, and Bell all contributed home runs.
- •The game was part of a three-game series in Houston.
- •Twins will play the Astros again on June 30.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Minnesota Twins' Zebby Matthews Turns in Pitching Gem vs. Astros
"Zebby Matthews is becoming an extremely reliable pitcher.
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