Twins Edge Mets In Extra Innings Thriller Amid Playoff Push

Twins Edge Mets In Extra Innings Thriller Amid Playoff Push...

The Minnesota Twins defeated the New York Mets 5-4 in a 10-inning nail-biter Wednesday night, solidifying their early-season momentum. The game, played at Citi Field, drew national attention as both teams vie for playoff contention in their respective leagues.

Twins shortstop Carlos Correa delivered the go-ahead RBI single in the top of the 10th, capping a back-and-forth battle that saw five lead changes. Mets slugger Pete Alonso tied the game in the 9th with a 437-foot blast to center field, forcing extra innings before Minnesota's late rally.

The matchup is trending nationally as it featured several highlight-reel defensive plays and marked the first meeting between the teams since 2022. Both clubs entered the game with winning records, adding significance to the interleague showdown.

Minnesota's bullpen proved decisive, with relievers Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax combining for three scoreless innings. Mets starter Jose Quintana struck out eight but received no decision after the late collapse.

The loss drops the Mets to 12-10 while Minnesota improves to 14-8, maintaining their lead in the AL Central. Fans took to social media to praise the game's intensity, with many calling it an early season classic.

Both teams continue their series Thursday afternoon at Citi Field, where the Mets will look to even the score. The game drew strong TV ratings on MLB Network, reflecting growing interest in both clubs' 2026 campaigns.