Saturday's Twins-Kansas City game recap

June 16, 2019 at 5:53AM
Minnesota Twins third baseman Marwin Gonzalez (9) celebrated with his teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning.
Twins right fielder Marwin Gonzalez celebrated with his teammates after hitting a two-run homer in the fifth inning. (Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

IMPACT PLAYER: Marwin Gonzalez, Twins

His homer was critical to the Twins' rally, and his diving catch was critical to preserving their lead

BY THE NUMBERS

4 Twins victories over Kansas City in four meetings this season, by a combined five runs.

19 Consecutive home games with a home run by the Twins, the longest streak in franchise history.

4 Twins pitchers in this decade who have won 10 games before the All-Star break.

ON DECK

Martin Perez tries to end his three-start winless streak as the Twins try to sweep the Royals for the second time this year.

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