MLB Gameday: Royals 2, Twins 3 Final Score (07/28/2026)
The Minnesota Twins secured a victory against the Kansas City Royals with a 3-2 final score on July 28, 2026. The game concluded in dramatic fashion during the bottom of the ninth inning. Royce Lewis delivered a critical walk-off triple with two outs, which allowed Victor Caratini and Brooks Lee to score the winning runs. This result brings the Twins to a 54-54 record for the season while the Royals fall to 45-63.
Both teams showcased strong pitching performances throughout the day. Taj Bradley for the Twins and Seth Lugo for the Royals each pitched six innings. Bradley recorded ten strikeouts while limiting the Royals to two earned runs. Lugo gave up one earned run across his six frames of work. The Royals managed four hits compared to the Twins who finished with ten hits in the contest.
Following the game, discussions regarding the team's direction became a primary focus. Minnesota personnel have maintained that performance on the field determines front office strategy for the upcoming Trade Deadline. With this win, the organization signaled its intent to buy at the deadline as they look to maintain momentum in the AL Central race. The team did face challenges beyond the score as Byron Buxton left the game due to hip soreness.
This matchup saw several defensive highlights, including multiple double plays turned by the Royals. However, the Twins managed to sustain enough offensive pressure in the final frame to overcome the deficit. The win provides a boost for Minnesota as they prepare for the remainder of their schedule and upcoming roster decisions. Baseball fans can view the full box score and video highlights on the league website.