Minnesota Twins Routed 12-3, Fourth Straight Loss to White Sox

The Minnesota Twins’ slump got even worse Tuesday night. They took a tough 12-3 home loss to the last-place Chicago White Sox.

Things actually started off well. Then it all fell apart—defensive errors, shaky pitching, and wasted chances at the plate did them in.

This was Minnesota’s fourth straight loss. Their hopes for a winning home record are fading fast.

The crowd was tiny—smallest September turnout in Target Field history. Chicago, who’d been awful on the road, suddenly found their groove against the Twins.

Twins Start Fast, But Costly Errors Shift Momentum

At first, it looked like Minnesota might finally get a break. Byron Buxton ripped a triple in the first inning, giving fans something to get loud about.

That early spark fizzled out. The offense lost its edge, and Buxton’s RBI streak ended at five games.

The Twins couldn’t push across more runs, despite a few chances. The missed opportunities started to pile up.

Defensive Missteps Prove Costly

Things went sideways in the fifth. Simeon Woods Richardson had been solid until a broken bat grazed his neck—scary, but he shook it off.

Right after, he made a throwing error on what should’ve been a routine play. That mistake cracked the game wide open.

Two pitches later, Bryan Ramos doubled, tying it up at 3-3. Suddenly, Minnesota’s early lead vanished.

Austin Martin ran into an out on the bases, which stung. Later, a dropped throw kept the Twins from turning a double play they really needed.

White Sox Offense Explodes Late

Once Chicago caught a break, they didn’t let go. The White Sox, winless on the road in the division all year, started launching balls all over Target Field.

Minnesota’s bullpen just collapsed. The game went from close to a rout in a hurry.

Andrew Benintendi Leads the Charge

Andrew Benintendi was on another level. He went 4-for-5, blasted two home runs, and drove in five runs.

His bat woke up a Chicago lineup that’s been sleepwalking most of the season. Honestly, Benintendi alone outscored the Twins.

• Thomas Hatch got knocked around, allowing six runs in just two innings.
• Noah Davis didn’t fare any better, giving up three more runs as things got out of hand.
• Chicago finished with 12 runs, feasting on Minnesota’s mistakes and pitching woes.

Home Struggles and Frustrated Fans

The loss dropped the Twins’ home record to 35-34. Now there’s a real chance they end up with a losing home mark for just the second time in nine years.

That’s a tough reality for a team that started the year with big dreams. Lately, home games have felt more like a chore than a boost.

Lowest September Crowd in Ballpark History

The energy in the stands matched the play on the field—flat. Only 11,721 fans showed up, the lowest for any September game at Target Field.

People are frustrated, and honestly, who can blame them? With playoff hopes fading, the Twins have to figure out how to win back their fans, not just games.

Looking Ahead

With just weeks left in the season, the Twins have to move past this rough stretch. Every game matters now.

They can’t afford sloppy errors if they want to finish strong. Fundamental mistakes and shaky relief pitching have really hurt them lately.

Unless they clean up those issues, things will stay tough. The White Sox, who were basically just playing for pride on Tuesday, still managed to show where Minnesota’s roster falls short.

Other teams will definitely notice those weak spots. If the Twins want to turn things around, they’ll need sharper focus and better execution.

Maybe a little magic from their stars could help, too. Fans are running out of patience—can you blame them?

 
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