Brewers vs. Twins: A Night of Thrills at Target Field
Minneapolis - The Milwaukee Brewers kicked off the second half of their season with a high-stakes interleague matchup against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on a lively Saturday night.
In a thrilling duel, the Brewers' right-hander Freddy Peralta (6-5, 4.11 ERA) took the mound, while the Twins countered with their own righty, Pablo López (8-7, 5.11 ERA). The game was set against the backdrop of a significant change for the Twins, as they had to adjust to playing without their all-star shortstop, Carlos Correa, who was recently placed on the injured list. The stadium was buzzing with energy as a record-breaking crowd of 41,679 filled the stands, making it the largest ever for a regular-season game at Target Field.
Peralta's Stellar Performance
Freddy Peralta made a strong statement as he opened the second half of the season. He worked six innings, allowing just two singles and two walks while striking out eight batters. Peralta threw 102 pitches, just shy of his season high, and was especially dominant in the latter part of the game. He struck out eight and generated an impressive 17 swings and misses, showcasing his electric stuff. Peralta’s resilience shone through as he retired 10 of the last 11 batters he faced, delivering his third shutout of the 2024 season.
López Keeps the Twins in the Game
On the other side, Pablo López also had a commendable outing, despite the Brewers' offense finding its rhythm. López limited the Brewers to just four hits and one walk over seven innings, all while racking up seven strikeouts. His performance was bolstered by some well-placed defensive plays by the Twins, which turned several hard-hit balls into outs.
Brewers Take Early Control
The game experienced a minor delay of 14 minutes due to an unexpected rain shower that briefly interrupted play. Once the skies cleared, Garrett Mitchell ignited the Brewers' offense with a leadoff double down the first-base line in the third inning. Jackson Chourio followed with a line drive single that scored Mitchell, putting the Brewers on the board with a 1-0 lead.
What's Next for the Brewers?
The Brewers’ action-packed weekend continues with a Sunday matinee. They face off against the Twins again at 12:05 p.m., with Milwaukee’s right-hander Aaron Civale (0-1, 3.97 ERA) set to duel against Minnesota’s Joe Ryan (6-6, 3.53 ERA). Fans can catch the game on TV via Roku or listen on AM-620.
Looking ahead, the Brewers will hit the road for a series against the Chicago Cubs. The first game of the series is scheduled for Monday at 7:05 p.m., featuring Milwaukee’s right-hander Tobias Myers (6-3, 3.13 ERA) against a yet-to-be-named Cubs pitcher. The series continues on Tuesday at the same time, with the Brewers’ Colin Rea (9-3, 3.77 ERA) taking the mound against another Cubs starter still to be announced. Both games will be broadcasted on Bally Sports Wisconsin and AM-620.
Lineups for the Brewers vs. Twins
Brewers:
- Brice Turang (2B)
- William Contreras (C)
- Christian Yelich (DH)
- Willy Adames (SS)
- Sal Frelick (RF)
- Rhys Hoskins (1B)
- Garrett Mitchell (CF)
- Joey Ortiz (3B)
- Jackson Chourio (LF)
Twins:
- Willi Castro (SS)
- Trevor Larnach (DH)
- Byron Buxton (CF)
- Brooks Lee (3B)
- Max Kepler (RF)
- Ryan Jeffers (C)
- Carlos Santana (1B)
- Matt Wallner (LF)
- Edouard Julien (2B)
This matchup set the stage for an electrifying second half of the season, with both teams showcasing their strengths and resilience. Stay tuned for more action and updates as the Brewers continue their pursuit of excellence in the coming games!
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