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Twins Quiet Trade Noise with Winning Ways
18 Jul
Summary
- Twins win 17 of 26 games to reach .500 for first time since April.
- Ryan Jeffers hits a three-run homer, contributing to the victory.
- Byron Buxton is increasing baseball activities, showing positive signs.
The Minnesota Twins are navigating the approach of the Aug. 3 trade deadline by concentrating on on-field performance. This strategy has yielded positive results, including a recent 5-2 victory against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. This win marked their 17th in the last 26 games, bringing them back to .500 for the first time since April 22.
Pitcher Bailey Ober, despite an early deficit, settled in to limit the Cubs to two earned runs over 5 1/3 innings. In the third inning, Ryan Jeffers blasted a three-run homer, which proved decisive. Jeffers acknowledged the trade rumors surrounding him but emphasized the team's collective focus on the present.
Meanwhile, Byron Buxton is making progress in his recovery. He has begun running and participating in other baseball activities, described as encouraging by manager Derek Shelton. Buxton's increased activity offers a hopeful outlook as the Twins continue their challenging road trip and aim to maintain their current momentum.
