Angels defeat Twins 6-2 as Detmers shines on the mound

In a matchup on Monday night, the Los Angeles Angels faced off against the Minnesota Twins in Minneapolis, resulting in a 6-2 victory for the Angels. Reid Detmers, who had recently returned from a stint in Triple-A, showcased his skills by pitching six solid innings, allowing only five hits and striking out eight batters, including the last three he faced. This performance marked Detmers' first win since April 12, highlighting his return to form after a challenging period of inconsistency. The Angels' offense was bolstered by the power hitting of Brandon Drury and Niko Kavadas, both of whom hit two-run home runs during the game. Drury's homer in the third inning and Kavadas' in the sixth helped the Angels build a commanding lead. In contrast, the Twins struggled to generate offense, managing only two runs despite Kyle Farmer's home run in the fourth inning. The loss was particularly damaging for Minnesota, as it marked their fourth consecutive defeat and continued a troubling trend, with the team scoring just 13 runs in their last seven games. Despite their struggles, the Twins remain in third place in the American League wild-card standings, but their recent performance raises concerns about their playoff aspirations. The Angels' victory was further supported by José Suarez, who was recalled from Triple-A and pitched three hitless innings for his first career save. This win reflects the Angels' strong bullpen performance, which has led the majors in ERA since mid-June, showcasing their potential as they move forward in the season.