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Twins rout Red Sox as Crochet exits early

PUBLISHED Apr 13, 2026, 11:22 PM ET

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MINNEAPOLIS — On Monday, Victor Caratini and Ryan Jeffers each hit home runs and drove in three runs as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Boston Red Sox 13-6, knocking starter Garrett Crochet out in the second inning; Ryan Kreidler and Byron Buxton also homered. Bailey Ober allowed four runs, struck out seven, and took the win in six innings. Crochet (2-2) allowed 11 runs, 10 earned, on nine hits with three walks in 1 2/3 innings, the shortest start of his career; the Twins rallied with a four-run first and seven-run second inning. Minnesota has won seven of its last eight games, while Boston received a homer from Jarren Duran and two hits and two runs from Caleb Durbin on Monday.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Monday: Twins score four runs in the first inning against Garrett Crochet.
Monday: Twins score seven runs in the second inning; Crochet is removed.
Monday: Victor Caratini and Ryan Jeffers each homer and drive in three runs.
Monday: Bailey Ober pitches six innings, allowing four runs and striking out seven; recorded the win.
After game: Twins noted to have won seven of their last eight games; Boston records loss.

News Intelligence

If you're a Twins fan, this is a great time to celebrate. The team's on a hot streak, winning seven of their last eight games. If you're a Red Sox supporter, it's a tough loss, but every game is a new chance. Keep an eye on the next match-up.

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Who Benefited

The Minnesota Twins benefited from a 13-6 victory that improved their recent form, highlighted by multi-run contributions from Victor Caratini, Ryan Jeffers, Ryan Kreidler, Byron Buxton, and a winning outing by Bailey Ober.

Who Impacted

The Boston Red Sox and starter Garrett Crochet suffered as Crochet was removed in the second inning after allowing 11 runs (10 earned), contributing to the team's 13-6 loss.

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Articles Published:: 8
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Neutral:: 8
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Who Benefited

Who Impacted

The Boston Red Sox and starter Garrett Crochet suffered as Crochet was removed in the second inning after allowing 11 runs (10 earned), contributing to the team's 13-6 loss.