On Wednesday, the Minnesota Twins defeated the Baltimore Orioles in both games of a doubleheader. The win was their tenth consecutive, propelling Byron Buxton and company into Major League Baseball history. The Twins may be shopping Buxton on the trade market ahead of the deadline, but they are enjoying a great stretch.
Minnesota’s 8-6 victory over the Orioles extended their winning streak to ten games. According to OptaSTATS, they are the only team to go on 10-game winning streaks while starting below.500 in two consecutive seasons.
The achievement is a proud moment for Carlos Correa, Buxton, and the rest of Rocco Baldelli’s team. The winning streak puts them back in the American League playoff picture.
They still have work to do if they want to make an impact in the AL Central. The Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Guardians, and Kansas City Royals all made the postseason last year and are now competing for the top spot.
While the Twins may not be at the same level as their division rivals, they have the most momentum in the league. Minnesota desperately needed things to go their way.
The team’s inconsistencies were a major disadvantage in a year where they wanted to compete. Correa and Buxton, on the other hand, are now engaged and contributing to the team’s offense.
While their roster stars are leading the way, the Twins have discovered a few hidden gems along the way. Trevor Larnach, for example, had hits in both of Minnesota’s wins on Wednesday.
Larnach and other Twins have stepped up alongside the team’s best players and appear ready to take the next step. While such a long winning streak cannot last much longer, it boosts their confidence. They will also need it.
Minnesota’s next three series are against the Milwaukee Brewers, the Royals, and the Guardians. If Baldelli’s team can maintain its winning streak through all three series, they will be near the top of their division by the end. However, he only hopes that his team can compete with some of the league’s best.
