mlb Game Recap
Minnesota Tops Chicago 8-4 - Recap
Chicago dropped a 8-4 decision at Target Field on Wednesday as Minnesota legged out a win behind winning pitcher Caleb Thielbar.
Bettors who backed the Twins were rewarded as -110 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 7.5.
Caleb Thielbar earned the victory for the Twins, throwing 1.1 innings of work, striking out 1, walking 0, and allowing 0 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Matt Wallner in the win.
Chicago's starting pitcher Johnny Cueto worked 5.2 innings, giving up 10 hits and 6 earned runs while striking out 7 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Josh Harrison in a losing cause.
Minnesota enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-9 advantage in hits.