Twins Beat Royals 13-3 in Zebby Matthews' Debut

— In a standout performance, Zebby Matthews made a remarkable major league debut for the Minnesota Twins, leading the team to a decisive 13-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night. The 24-year-old right-hander, who began the season in Class A, pitched five solid innings, allowing only two runs on five hits while striking out five batters and issuing no walks. His debut was highlighted by a crucial first strikeout that helped ease his nerves. The Twins capitalized on a rough outing from All-Star pitcher Seth Lugo, who suffered his worst start of the season. Lugo faced immediate pressure as the first four batters reached base, with one run being unearned due to a throwing error by third baseman Maikel Garcia. This early onslaught set the tone for the game, showcasing the Twins' offensive depth and ability to capitalize on mistakes. Matthews demonstrated impressive control throughout the game, managing to avoid significant damage despite a solo home run by M.J. Melendez and an RBI double by Nick Pratto. His performance this season has been notable, with a total of 119 strikeouts and only seven walks across 102 innings pitched at various levels. Royals catcher Salvador Perez praised Matthews, suggesting he has the potential to become a strong pitcher in the majors. Looking ahead, the Twins are set to start RHP Louie Varland in the final game of the series, as they aim to build on their recent success.