Ranger Suarez Rocked as Twins Rout Red Sox in Spring Training

Minnesota scores 9 runs in 5th and 6th innings to rally past Boston

Mar. 25, 2026 at 2:35am

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Ranger Suarez, the new $130 million offseason acquisition for the Minnesota Twins, struggled in his final spring training outing, allowing 8 earned runs over 4 1/3 innings as the Twins routed the Boston Red Sox 15-6 in Fort Myers, Florida. The Red Sox built an early 5-2 lead, but the Twins rallied with 9 runs in the 5th and 6th innings, including home runs from Brooks Lee, Byron Buxton, Victor Caratini, Kody Clemens, and James Outman.

Why it matters

Suarez's rocky spring performance raises questions about his readiness for the regular season, as the Twins look to build on their success from last year. The Twins' offensive outburst also demonstrates their potent lineup heading into the new season.

The details

Suarez, who signed a 5-year, $130 million contract in January, gave up 2 home runs among 9 Minnesota hits. He walked 1 and struck out 4, finishing the Grapefruit League with an 11.00 ERA. The Red Sox built an early 5-2 lead, but the Twins rallied with 9 runs in the 5th and 6th innings, including home runs from Brooks Lee, Byron Buxton, Victor Caratini, Kody Clemens, and James Outman.

  • Suarez allowed 8 earned runs over 4 1/3 innings on Tuesday, March 25, 2026.

The players

Ranger Suarez

A new $130 million offseason acquisition for the Minnesota Twins who struggled in his final spring training outing.

Brooks Lee

A Twins player who hit a home run to cut the Red Sox's lead to 5-4 in the bottom of the second inning.

Byron Buxton

A Twins player who hit a 2-run home run in the 5th inning to give Minnesota the lead for good.

Victor Caratini

A Twins player who hit a 2-run home run during Minnesota's 9-run rally in the 5th and 6th innings.

Kody Clemens

A Twins player who hit a solo home run during Minnesota's 9-run rally in the 5th and 6th innings.

James Outman

A Twins player who hit a pair of 2-run home runs in the 6th and 7th innings.

Trevor Story

A Red Sox player who went 1-for-3 with 2 RBIs and finished the Grapefruit League with a .404 batting average.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

Suarez's struggles in his final spring training outing raise concerns about his readiness for the regular season, but the Twins' offensive outburst demonstrates their potent lineup heading into the new year. The team will look to build on last season's success and overcome any early-season hurdles from their new $130 million pitcher.