Sanó homer lifts Twins past Reds 7-5 in 12 innings
Miguel Sanó hit a two-run homer in the 12th inning to lift Minnesota past Cincinnati 7-5JUNE 22, 2021 • Associated Press
Houston's Brantley puts 10-game hit streak on the line against Twins
Brantley takes a 10-game hit streak into matchup with TwinsJUNE 12, 2021 • Associated Press
Maldonado, Astros make late noise, overcome 4 Twins homers
Martín Maldonado hit a go-ahead double in the ninth, prompting a fan to toss an inflatable trash can onto the field, and the Houston Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 6-4JUNE 12, 2021 • Associated Press
Newly-minted reliever Matt Shoemaker gives up two runs as Twins fall to Astros Twins rookie Bailey Ober strode off the Target Field mound on Friday night after completing the top half of the fifth in line for a win, his...
JUNE 12, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM
Moving to bullpen Shoemaker won't start Friday against the Astros as originally scheduled but will be available out of the bullpen, Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic reports.
Impact The Twins had reason to believe they'd be getting at least a competent back-end starter when they signed Shoemaker over the winter, as he'd recorded a 3.77 ERA in 18 starts over the previous three seasons. They haven't gotten anything close to that, however, as he owns a 7.28 ERA in 11 starts. His strikeout rate has plummeted to 14.5 percent, well below his previous career low of 20.4 percent, while his 9.0 percent walk rate is his worst mark since his five-inning debut back in 2015. Bailey Ober will start in his place Friday and will likely be pitching for the chance to remain in the rotation.
JUNE 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Shoemaker scheduled to start as Minnesota hosts Houston
The Twins will send Matt Shoemaker to the mound Friday and the Astros plan to give Jose Urquidy the startJUNE 11, 2021 • Associated Press
Donaldson, Cruz homers off Chapman lift Twins over Yanks 7-5
Josh Donaldson and Nelson Cruz hit two-run homers off Aroldis Chapman in the ninth inning, and the Minnesota Twins beat the New York Yankees 7-5 to avoid a three-game sweepJUNE 11, 2021 • Associated Press
Red Sox beat Astros 12-8, avoid sweep as Martinez homers
JJUNE 11, 2021 • Associated Press
Staying in rotation for now Shoemaker is staying in the Twins' starting rotation despite his recent struggles, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.
Impact Shoemaker has struggled mightily of late, with his most recent start resulting in a disastrous eight earned runs in just one third of an inning. He'll remain in the Minnesota rotation for the time being, however, with his next start scheduled for Thursday against the Yankees.
JUNE 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Twins keep Matt Shoemaker in rotation despite struggles, while Nelson Cruz sparks a win Matt Shoemaker is struggling, but the Twins don't have many other options for the starting rotation.
JUNE 6, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Tagged for nine runs Shoemaker (2-7) recorded just one out after allowing nine runs on six hits and two walks while striking out one batter in a brutal loss to the Royals on Friday.
Impact Shoemaker allowed the first five batters to reach before striking out Kelvin Gutierrez for the only out he recorded in Friday's start. The next four batters he faced all got on base and he was finally pulled after allowing a three-run homer to Whit Merrifield to cap off a nine-run first inning for the Royals. Shoemaker's previous career-high was seven earned runs allowed in a game and he broke that in excruciating fashion. He's given up a combined 14 runs over his last two starts and it's time to wonder if he's pitched for the Twins for the final time.
JUNE 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota takes 4-game skid into matchup with Kansas City
Minnesota is looking to snap its four-game losing streak with a win over Kansas CityJUNE 5, 2021 • Associated Press
Royals score 9 in 1st, rout Twins 14-5 for 5th straight win
Whit Merrifield capped a nine-run first inning with a three-run homer and the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 14-5 for their fifth straight winJUNE 5, 2021 • Associated Press
Twins look to end 3-game slide against Royals
Minnesota is looking to snap its three-game losing streak with a win over Kansas CityJUNE 4, 2021 • Associated Press
Pérez homers twice again, Royals beat Twins 6-5 with error
Salvador Pérez became only the fourth Kansas City player with consecutive multi-homer games and Jarrod Dyson scored the tiebreaking run in the seventh inning when centerfielder Gil...JUNE 4, 2021 • Associated Press
Bubic scheduled to start as Kansas City hosts Minnesota
The Royals are expected to send Kris Bubic to the mound Thursday and the Twins will give J.AJUNE 3, 2021 • Associated Press
Coughs up five runs Shoemaker (2-6) took the loss Sunday, allowing five runs on six hits and a walk with five strikeouts in 4.1 innings versus Kansas City.
Impact Shoemaker was solid through four innings before falling apart in the fifth. He was responsible for all four runs in the fifth after Caleb Thielbar allowed two inherited runners to score. The 34-year-old Shoemaker has taken a loss in three of his last four outings. He has a 5.90 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 33:19 K:BB across 50.1 innings. The right-hander lines up for a rematch with Kansas City in next weekend's series.
MAY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Merrifield, Dozier lead Royals past Twins 6-3
Whit Merrifield had two hits and scored two runs, helping the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 6-3MAY 30, 2021 • Associated Press
Keller expected to start for the Royals against Twins
The Royals will start Brad Keller on Sunday and the Twins are expected to counter with Matt ShoemakerMAY 30, 2021 • Associated Press
Rookie Larnach homers, Twins hang on to beat Royals 6-5
Rookie Trevor Larnach homered and Rob Refsnyder drove in two runs as the Minnesota Twins hung on to beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5MAY 29, 2021 • Associated Press
Yields one run in no-decision Shoemaker allowed a run on five hits and two walks over six innings in Monday's win over Baltimore. He struck out three and did not factor in the decision.
Impact After coughing up an RBI double to Anthony Santander in the first inning, Shoemaker kept the Orioles off the board for the rest of his outing. He allowed a few runners in scoring position but left the game with a 2-1 lead. The 34-year-old righty has allowed two or fewer runs in three of his last four starts, lowering his ERA to 5.48. Shoemaker is currently projected to face the Royals at home this weekend.
MAY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Orioles look to break 6-game slide against Twins
Baltimore will try to break its six-game losing streak when the Orioles take on MinnesotaMAY 24, 2021 • Associated Press
Garlick's 3-run homer in 10th lifts Twins past Indians
Kyle Garlick hit a three-run homer in the 10th inning off James Karinchak, and the Minnesota Twins defeated the Cleveland Indians 8-5MAY 23, 2021 • Associated Press
Nationals send Orioles to 6th straight defeat, 6-5
Kyle Schwarber homered in the first inning and the Washington Nationals immediately erased an early three-run deficit, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 to complete a three-game sw...MAY 23, 2021 • Associated Press
Dealt loss in quality start Shoemaker (2-5) took the loss Wednesday against the White Sox after giving up two runs on five hits with four walks and two strikeouts over six innings.
Impact The right-hander had plenty of traffic on the basepaths but held Chicago to a pair of runs, though it wasn't enough to avoid his fifth loss. Shoemaker has a 6.08 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 25:16 K:BB across 40 innings this season.
MAY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
