Thursday's Twins-Royals game recap

Pablo López was an impact player, with a victory in his Twins debut.

By Phil Miller Star Tribune

March 30, 2023 — 9:33pm

IMPACT PLAYER

Pablo López, Twins

His first Opening Day start, and Twins' debut, was a success — two hits and no runs in 5⅓ innings.

BY THE NUMBERS

2:32 Time of game, an indication that the pitch clock will have a big effect on MLB this year.

1 Triple by Byron Buxton, making him the second Twin in 22 years, along with Max Kepler in 2021, to collect one on Opening Day.

2 Venezuelan pitchers who have started on Opening Day for the Twins; López joins Johan Santana (2006 and 2007).

Phil Miller has covered the Twins for the Star Tribune since 2013. Previously, he covered the University of Minnesota football team, and from 2007-09, he covered the Twins for the Pioneer Press.

phil.miller@startribune.com

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