Twins Snap Marlins’ Streak With Controversial Call

The Miami Marlins' eight-game winning streak ended with a 2-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins, featuring a controversial sixth-inning dead-ball call when a potential tying run was negated after the ball struck an umpire, invoking MLB Rule 5.06(c)(6). Kyle Stowers hit his 15th home run of the season to tie the game early for Miami, but the Twins regained the lead with RBIs from Brooks Lee and Carlos Correa. Twins starter Simeon Woods Richardson allowed just one run over five innings, and the bullpen, led by Jhoan Duran who earned his 13th save, held the lead. Marlins manager Clayton McCullough and umpire James Hoye both recognized the necessity of the dead-ball rule despite its impact. Miami's pitching and baserunning kept the contest close, but the Twins broke their 18-inning scoreless streak and maintained their edge. The game spotlighted MLB's strict rule enforcement in pivotal moments.