Two-run homers by Buxton and Martin help Twins rally to beat Red Sox 8-6
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Boston Red Sox 8-6 after a strong seventh inning. Byron Buxton and Austin Martin each hit two-run homers to help the Twins rally from a four-run deficit. The victory was marked by a series of key plays, including an RBI double from Ryan Kreidler and a solid performance from the Twins' bullpen.
- ▪Byron Buxton and Austin Martin both hit two-run homers in the seventh inning.
- ▪Travis Adams earned the win by pitching two scoreless innings.
- ▪The Red Sox took an early 4-0 lead before the Twins mounted their comeback.
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