The eighth inning unraveled everything for Minnesota. Milwaukee scored twice to erase a one-run deficit and defeat the Twins 3-2 at Target Field, turning a pitcher's duel into a late heartbreak for the home side.
Joe Ryan carried Minnesota through six strong innings, allowing one run on four hits while striking out seven. The right-hander scattered Milwaukee's offense effectively, working around minimal trouble with a 3.20 ERA. Ryan departed after 90 pitches with his team holding a 2-1 advantage.
The decisive eighth inning began when Chourio scored on interference by third baseman Lewis during Contreras' fielder's choice grounder to shortstop, tying the game at 2-2. Moments later, Bauers doubled to right field, bringing Turang home to give Milwaukee a 3-2 lead they would not relinquish.
Andrew Morris absorbed the loss after allowing three hits and two runs in just two-thirds of an inning. Aaron Ashby earned the victory with two innings of work, allowing four hits and one run while improving to 8-0 on the season. Trevor Megill secured his fifth save with a scoreless ninth inning.
Both teams snapped losing streaks with the result. Milwaukee improved to 24-17 while Minnesota fell to 20-24. Ryan sits two wins away from 50 career victories.