In a highly anticipated division clash, the Minnesota Twins and the Cleveland Guardians faced off at Target Field. Their game was interrupted and eventually suspended because of heavy rain.
The Twins, riding a remarkable 13-game winning streak, were leading 2-1 through three innings when the game was called. Fans are now waiting for the action to resume the next day, hoping for a proper finish to this matchup.
Twins’ Winning Streak and the Importance of the Game
The Minnesota Twins have been on a tear through May, stringing together 13 straight wins. That run has bumped them up to second place in the American League Central.
Still, only three of those victories came against teams with a winning record—the San Francisco Giants, to be exact. Facing the Cleveland Guardians gave the Twins a chance to show they can handle a tougher opponent.
First Inning Highlights
The Guardians grabbed the early lead. Kyle Manzardo ripped an RBI double off Twins starter Bailey Ober, putting Cleveland up 1-0.
The Twins answered right away. Ryan Jeffers singled off Guardians starter Logan Allen and scored on a base hit by Ty France, tying things up at 1-1.
Second Inning Drama and Rain Delays
The second inning didn’t disappoint. Harrison Bader dashed home from first on a double by Willi Castro, giving the Twins a 2-1 lead.
Then the weather started acting up. A lightning strike forced a one-hour delay and threw off the game’s rhythm. The teams made it through the second inning and played a scoreless third before more rain forced the suspension.
Carson McCusker’s Memorable Home Debut
Carson McCusker added some comic relief in his home debut. In the second inning, his bat slipped and might have traveled farther than any in recent memory.
It all happened on *Bark at the Park* night, with fans and their dogs sticking it out through the rain.
Game Suspension and Resumption
Officials called the game at about 9:10 p.m. after play resumed for just 14 minutes following the first 61-minute delay.
The suspended game is set to pick back up the next day at 5:10 p.m. The regularly scheduled game will start about 30 minutes after the first one wraps up. Fans from Monday’s game can grab a voucher for a future matchup, which is a nice touch.
Pitching Matchups for the Resumption
The Guardians plan to start righthander Gavin Williams, who’s 3-2 with a 4.29 ERA. The Twins will send out righthander Chris Paddack, who’s 2-3 with a 4.05 ERA.
Both pitchers will try to set the tone as play resumes.
Fan Experience and Weather Management
The delays and eventual suspension left fans, especially those with their dogs, pretty disappointed. Soggy conditions led to two rain delays, making weather management a real headache for outdoor sports.
It’s actually the second time this season that weather has messed with a Twins-Guardians game. You’d think they’d catch a break by now.
Looking Ahead
The Twins and Guardians are getting ready to pick up where they left off. Both sides know this division matchup matters.
The Twins want to keep their winning streak alive. They also want to show they can hang with tough opponents.
The Guardians, on the other hand, just want to shake off those rain delays. They’ll be looking to put together a solid performance.
If you’re curious about more details on the game or why it got suspended, check out the original article on the Star Tribune.
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