Guardians Pummel Twins 9-2 in Minneapolis Beatdown

The Guardians rolled into Target Field and absolutely dismantled the Twins 9-2, turning what could've been a competitive AL Central clash into a laugher by the middle innings. Cleveland's offense came alive in enemy territory, piling on runs while Minnesota's pitching staff looked helpless to stop the bleeding.

This wasn't a nail-biter—the Guardians built their lead methodically and never let the Twins sniff a comeback. By the time Minnesota managed to scratch across two runs, Cleveland had already put the game well out of reach. The seven-run margin tells you everything: one team showed up ready to work, the other looked like they were sleepwalking through September baseball.

The Twins' bats went ice cold when it mattered, managing just two runs at home against a Cleveland squad that's been grinding all season. Meanwhile, the Guardians did exactly what contenders do—they took care of business on the road without drama.

DarkHorse didn't publish a pick here, which in retrospect might've been the smart play given how lopsided this became. Sometimes the best bet is no bet at all. But if you had Cleveland money line in your pocket, you were cashing tickets before the seventh-inning stretch. Dominant road performance by the Guards—Twins never had a prayer.