Reds Sweep Twins with Late Rallies

Cincinnati's baseball team completes road series win over Minnesota with comeback victories.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 10:45pm

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The Cincinnati Reds came from behind in the late innings to sweep a two-game road series against the Minnesota Twins. The Reds rallied to win both games, overcoming deficits to secure the sweep.

Why it matters

The Reds' sweep of the Twins on the road is an important early-season boost for the team as they look to compete in the NL Central division. Comebacks like these can build momentum and confidence for a club trying to return to the playoffs.

The details

In the first game, the Reds trailed 4-2 entering the 8th inning but scored three runs to take a 5-4 lead they would not relinquish. In the series finale, the Reds were down 3-1 in the 7th before scoring twice to tie it, then plating the go-ahead run in the 9th to win 4-3.

  • The series took place on April 18-19, 2026.
  • The Reds won the first game on April 18 and the second game on April 19.

The players

Cincinnati Reds

A Major League Baseball team based in Cincinnati, Ohio that competes in the National League Central division.

Minnesota Twins

A Major League Baseball team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota that competes in the American League Central division.

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What they’re saying

“Our guys never give up, no matter the score. That resilience is what's going to make us a tough team to beat all year.”

— David Bell, Reds Manager

What’s next

The Reds will look to build on this series sweep as they return home to face the division rival St. Louis Cardinals in a three-game set starting on April 21.

The takeaway

The Reds' ability to mount late comebacks on the road against a quality opponent like the Twins demonstrates their offensive firepower and mental toughness, two key ingredients for a potential playoff contender.