Twins 11 - Yankees 4 (7/4/2026): Bell's Three-Hit Power Surge

Under a clear sky with temperatures soaring to 100 degrees, the Minnesota Twins hammered the New York Yankees 11-4 at Yankee Stadium. The victory lifts the Twins to a 43-47 record, keeping them in third place in the AL Central. Conversely, the Yankees dropped to 49-39, maintaining their second-place standing in the AL East.

Power Surge from the Twins

The Twins established an early lead with three runs in the first inning, adding two more in the second. This early offensive explosion set the tone for the evening, with the Yankees scrambling to catch up. Minnesota's bats were relentless, registering a total of five home runs during the game.

Trevor Larnach showcased his keen eye at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs and an RBI. Byron Buxton added to the slugfest with a double, while also drawing a walk and tallying two RBIs. Meanwhile, Kody Clemens demonstrated his power, contributing two hits and driving in three runs.

Josh Bell also had an impressive showing, hitting a home run and a double, resulting in three RBIs. With all this firepower, the Twins managed 11 hits without any errors, an errorless display that matched their potent offense. Their late-game efforts in the eighth inning, with four runs, sealed the deal.

Yankees Struggle Despite Efforts

New York's bats found some rhythm in the fourth and fifth innings, but it wasn't enough to overcome the early deficit. Jasson Domínguez showed promise with a home run and a double, driving in one run. However, the Yankees' lineup struggled to find consistency against a strong Twins pitching rotation.

On the mound, Brendan Beck had a challenging outing for the Yankees, surrendering five runs over 3.67 innings. Despite the efforts from the bullpen, New York couldn’t contain the Twins' relentless offense. The Yankees ended the game with seven hits, two of which were homers, but were kept scoreless in the final four frames.

Twin's Pitching Holds Strong

On the pitching front for Minnesota, Taylor Rogers earned the win, though it was a team effort on the mound. Zack Matthews started, allowing four runs over 4.67 innings, but the bullpen took control from there. Tyler Adams, Taylor Rogers, Austin Morris, and Marco Raya combined for 4.33 scoreless innings, suffocating the Yankees’ hopes for a comeback.

Rogers, in particular, was efficient, needing just 12 pitches to get through his outing, while Raya closed the door with two strikeouts over his two innings of work. The win not only boosts the Twins' morale but also keeps their postseason aspirations alive as they continue to climb up the standings.

The Twins’ victory at Yankee Stadium sets the stage for an intriguing game on July 5, where they will once again face the Yankees. With momentum on their side, Minnesota will look to replicate their offensive explosion and secure another win on the road.

For the Yankees, regrouping and addressing the inconsistencies in their performance will be crucial as they aim to maintain their standing in the AL East. Manager Aaron Boone will likely look to make adjustments, particularly with the pitching staff, as they gear up for a busy week ahead against divisional rivals.

Looking at the upcoming schedule, the Twins will return home for a series against the Cleveland Guardians after concluding their series in New York. Meanwhile, the Yankees will hit the road for a challenging series against the Tampa Bay Rays, where they’ll seek to get back in the win column.