Twins vs Cubs: Interleague Rivalry Delivers Exciting 9-8 Finish

Twins vs Cubs, interleague rivalry, Minnesota Twins, Chicago Cubs, Byron Buxton two home runs, Target Field, MLB 2026, interleague play, Cubs comeback, Twins victory, Wrigley Field, MLB highlights — the Minnesota Twins defeated the Chicago Cubs 9-8 in a back-and-forth interleague matchup.

Twins Outlast Cubs in Thriller

The Minnesota Twins outlasted the Chicago Cubs 9-8 on Wednesday night at Target Field. Byron Buxton hit two home runs and drove in four runs to lead the Twins offense.

Carlos Correa added three hits and scored two runs, while Ryan Jeffers contributed two RBIs. The Twins improved to 58-47 on the season.

The Cubs were led by Cody Bellinger, who went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs. Christopher Morel added two hits and two runs.

What This Means for Both Teams

The Twins remain in contention in the AL Central, while the Cubs continue to chase the NL Central-leading Brewers. Both teams are likely to be active at the trade deadline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Twins vs Cubs game?
The Minnesota Twins won 9-8.

How many home runs did Byron Buxton hit?
He hit two home runs.

Who led the Cubs?
Cody Bellinger went 3-for-4 with a home run.

What is the Twins' record?
58-47.

What is the Cubs' record?
The Cubs fell to 52-53.

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