Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians • May 8, 2026

In a thrilling matchup, the Cleveland Guardians capitalized on a fast start with a four-run first inning and held off a late rally from the Minnesota Twins, as Parker Messick threw a quality start while Byron Buxton's homer and a two-run seventh brought the Twins close, but Cade Smith secured the save to clinch a 6-4 victory.