Reds' Suárez, Williamson lead 2-1 win in Minneapolis
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MINNEAPOLIS — Eugenio Suárez hit a two-run double and Brandon Williamson allowed one run over 5 1/3 innings as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Minnesota Twins 2-1 Friday at Target Field. Williamson struck out two and walked four; Emilio Pagán recorded a 1-2-3 ninth for his sixth save in the late-season matchup.
MINNEAPOLIS — Eugenio Suárez hit a two-run double and Brandon Williamson allowed one run over 5 1/3 innings as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Minnesota Twins 2-1 Friday at Target Field. Williamson struck out two and walked four; Emilio Pagán recorded a 1-2-3 ninth for his sixth save in the late-season matchup.
The Twins' Joe Ryan worked six innings with six strikeouts but yielded two runs, and Minnesota left nine runners stranded while going 0-for-4 with runners in scoring position. This result gave the Reds a win Friday; Williamson's Minnesota roots and roughly 200 family members in attendance were noted by MLB.com.
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Timeline
- 1. MLB.com reports Williamson's Minnesota background and local attendance before the game.
- 2. Game night conditions recorded: 43°F gametime with a 14 mph northwest wind.
- 3. Fourth inning: De La Cruz doubled; Suárez followed with a two-run double to put Reds up 2-0.
- 4. Fifth inning: Twins scored on Austin Martin's sacrifice fly to make it 2-1.
- 5. Late game: Williamson finished 5 1/3 innings, Pagán closed ninth for his sixth save; final score Reds 2, Twins 1.
Why it matters
This game highlights the importance of seizing opportunities. The Twins left nine runners stranded and went 0-for-4 with runners in scoring position. For baseball fans, it's a reminder to capitalize on chances when they come. For everyone else, it's a life lesson. Today, seize your opportunities.
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