Twins Rally Late to Sweep Tigers

Minnesota completes four-game series win over Detroit with clutch 8th-inning hit.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:25am

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An abstract expressionist painting featuring vibrant neon brushstrokes and splatters of paint, capturing the energy and excitement of a late-game rally in a baseball game, with the players' forms dissolving into the dynamic composition.The Twins' dramatic comeback victory over the Tigers showcases the team's resilience and ability to deliver in the clutch.Minneapolis Today

The Minnesota Twins came from behind to defeat the Detroit Tigers 3-1 on Thursday, completing a four-game sweep. Brooks Lee hit a go-ahead two-run single in the bottom of the 8th inning to lift the Twins, while Josh Bell hit a solo home run earlier in the game. Detroit's Parker Meadows had to be carted off the field after a scary collision with teammate Riley Greene in the 8th.

Why it matters

The Twins' sweep of the Tigers extends Detroit's losing skid to five games, putting them further behind in the AL Central division race. Minnesota's late-game heroics also showcase their ability to win close, tightly-contested matchups against divisional rivals.

The details

Twins right-hander Garrett Acton earned his first career win in relief, while Detroit's Will Vest took the loss after giving up the go-ahead runs in the 8th. The Tigers evened the score at 1-1 in the 7th on a sacrifice fly by Gleyber Torres, but the Twins responded with Lee's clutch hit to regain the lead.

  • The game was played on Thursday, April 10, 2026 in Minneapolis.
  • Bell's solo home run came in the bottom of the 4th inning.
  • The Tigers tied the game 1-1 in the top of the 7th inning.
  • Lee's go-ahead two-run single came in the bottom of the 8th inning.
  • The scary collision involving Meadows occurred in the bottom of the 8th inning.

The players

Brooks Lee

A Twins infielder who delivered the go-ahead two-run single in the 8th inning to lift Minnesota to victory.

Josh Bell

The Twins' designated hitter who hit a solo home run in the 4th inning to open the scoring.

Garrett Acton

The Twins relief pitcher who earned his first career win after allowing one run in two innings of work.

Will Vest

The Tigers relief pitcher who took the loss after giving up the go-ahead runs in the 8th inning.

Parker Meadows

The Tigers center fielder who had to be carted off the field after a scary collision with teammate Riley Greene in the 8th inning.

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What they’re saying

“We knew it was going to be a battle against a tough divisional opponent, but the guys really stepped up in the clutch to get this important sweep.”

— Rocco Baldelli, Twins Manager

What’s next

The Twins will look to build on this series sweep as they continue their homestand, hosting the Cleveland Guardians for a three-game series starting on Friday. The Tigers, meanwhile, will try to snap their five-game losing skid when they return home to face the Chicago White Sox.

The takeaway

The Twins showed their resilience and ability to win close games against a divisional rival, rallying late to complete the four-game sweep of the Tigers. This series victory could prove pivotal as Minnesota looks to gain ground in the tight AL Central race.