Guardians Edge Twins 4-3 in AL Showdown

The Minnesota Twins suffered a disappointing 4-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians, further jeopardizing their playoff hopes. Rookie Kyle Manzardo delivered a decisive two-run homer in the eighth inning, propelling the Guardians to a comeback victory and extending their lead in the AL Central to 7.5 games over the Twins. Despite initially leading 3-0, the Twins' bullpen faltered, allowing the Guardians to rally, with Emmanuel Clase securing his 46th save of the season. Pablo López pitched effectively for Minnesota, but after a strong performance, he exited the game with a lead that the bullpen could not hold. With only 12 games left, the Twins now shift their focus to securing a wild-card spot as their chances for the division title dwindle. The loss marks their continued struggle as they limp towards the playoffs.