Twins Lose, Ending 13-Game Winning Streak in Milwaukee

The Minnesota Twins' 13-game winning streak, the second-longest in franchise history behind a 15-game run in 1991, was halted by the Milwaukee Brewers with a 5-2 loss, ending a dominant stretch that included three consecutive shutouts and a 33-inning scoreless streak. This pitching surge, highlighted by standout performances from Chris Paddack, Joe Ryan, and Pablo López, has been central to the Twins' success, marking the longest shutout streak since the franchise's move to Minnesota in 1961. The Twins have demonstrated a balanced offensive and pitching approach, with timely hitting supporting rookie pitchers like Zebby Matthews, and have become the first MLB team since 2016-17 to win at least 12 straight games in consecutive seasons. Despite their recent loss, the Twins remain a strong contender as they prepare to face the Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals at home. Meanwhile, the Brewers have struggled offensively, being shut out four times in five games, which contrasts with the Twins' momentum. Manager Rocco Baldelli emphasized the team's simple but effective strategy of attacking early and maintaining pitching strength to sustain their competitive edge.