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Trout, Meckler Rally Angels to Stunning Walk-Off Win
18 Sep
Summary
- Mike Trout delivered a game-tying single in the 10th inning.
- Wade Meckler hit the walk-off single to secure the Angels' victory.
- Walker Jenkins' two-run homer in the ninth tied the game for the Twins.
The Angels secured a dramatic 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night, powered by clutch hitting in the 10th inning. Mike Trout delivered a game-tying single, and Wade Meckler followed with the game-winning hit to complete the comeback.
The Twins had staged their own rally, with rookie Walker Jenkins hitting a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to knot the score at 3-3. Minnesota then took a 4-3 lead in the 10th on Brooks Lee's RBI single.
Minnesota's late surge spoiled an exceptional performance by Angels starter Walbert Ureña, who pitched seven shutout innings, striking out nine. The Angels' bullpen, however, ultimately secured the win after the Twins' ninth-inning heroics.
The game featured strong pitching from both sides, with Twins starter Taj Bradley also striking out nine over seven innings, though he allowed three runs early. The Angels now look ahead to their next series, while the Twins aim to regroup.
