Twins Edge Mets In Extra Innings As Fans Pack Target Field

Twins Edge Mets In Extra Innings As Fans Pack Target Field...

The Minnesota Twins defeated the New York Mets 5-4 in a 10-inning thriller at Target Field on Monday night, marking their third straight win. The game drew a sellout crowd of 38,544, the largest attendance for a Twins home game this season, as fans flocked to see the interleague matchup.

Twins shortstop Carlos Correa delivered the walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the 10th, scoring Byron Buxton from second base. The hit capped a back-and-forth game that saw both teams blow late leads, with the Mets' Francisco Lindor tying the game with a ninth-inning homer off Twins closer Jhoan Duran.

The game is trending nationally as it featured several dramatic moments and standout performances. Mets starter Jose Quintana struck out nine over six strong innings, while Twins rookie Austin Martin went 3-for-4 with two RBIs in his first career multi-hit game.

Social media erupted after the game, particularly over a controversial call in the seventh inning when umpires ruled Mets baserunner Starling Marte out on replay review. The call prevented what would have been the go-ahead run for New York.

The series continues Tuesday night with Mets ace Kodai Senga scheduled to face Twins right-hander Chris Paddack. Both teams entered the game with identical 12-10 records, adding playoff implications to the early-season interleague clash.

Target Field's attendance surge reflects growing excitement for the Twins, who lead the AL Central. The Mets, meanwhile, continue their road trip hoping to rebound from the tough loss as they chase the Braves in the NL East.