mlb Game Recap
Minnesota Downed 9-3 By Boston - Pablo Lopez Takes Loss
Minnesota dropped a 9-3 decision at Target Field on Monday as Boston legged out a win behind winning pitcher James Paxton.
Boston won as a +122 underdog, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 7.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
James Paxton earned the victory for the Red Sox, throwing 6.1 innings of work, striking out 7, walking 1, and allowing 3 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from Alex Verdugo in the win.
Minnesota got a 1.1-inning outing from Jose De Leon in the loss. He gave up 3 earned runs, 1 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Willi Castro had 2 hits in the loss for the Twins.
Boston enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 10-7 advantage in hits.