Twins Shut Down AL-Leading Tigers 4-1 in Detroit

The Minnesota Twins secured a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers in a game highlighted by strong pitching and timely hitting. David Festa delivered a standout performance, pitching 5 2/3 scoreless innings with six strikeouts and only two hits allowed, helping stabilize the Twins' rotation after recent injuries. Offensively, Byron Buxton contributed a solo home run and scored two runs, while Brooks Lee drove in two runs and was a key contributor defensively. The Twins built their lead with a two-out double by Matt Wallner and a subsequent RBI double by Lee, along with Buxton's homer in the fifth inning. Detroit's lone run came late in the game, but the Tigers were largely contained by the Twins' pitching staff, marking the third consecutive game where the opposing team scored one or fewer runs. The win marked the Twins' third straight following a five-game losing streak, showcasing improvements in their starting pitching and offensive production.