Game result and context
New York Yankees defeat Minnesota Twins 8-3 in 2026 regular season matchup
The New York Yankees improved to 87-63 with an 8-3 win over the Minnesota Twins, highlighted by a six-run eighth inning that broke a 1-2 tie.
Final result
The New York Yankees defeated the Minnesota Twins 8-3 on September 14, 2026. The Yankees moved to 87-63 on the season, while the Twins fell to 70-80.
How the game changed
The game remained tight through the first seven innings, with the Yankees holding a narrow 1-0 lead until the bottom of the sixth, when the Twins scored twice to take a 2-1 advantage. The momentum shifted decisively in the top of the eighth inning when the Yankees erupted for six runs. Aaron Judge provided the key blow in that frame with a three-run home run. The Yankees added one final run in the ninth inning to seal the 8-3 victory.
Key performances
Aaron Judge led the Yankees' offense, finishing with one hit, a home run, and three RBIs. José Caballero also contributed significantly with two hits, including a home run, and two RBIs. Austin Wells added a solo home run in the ninth. On the mound, Will Warren provided 5.2 innings of scoreless work for New York, striking out six batters. For the Twins, Josh Bell recorded two hits, including a home run, and drove in one of the team's three runs.
Season and playoff context
With this win, the New York Yankees hold an 87-63 record and sit in second place in their division, 3.5 games back. They currently hold the top wild-card position with an 11.5-game lead for that spot and have already clinched a postseason berth. The Minnesota Twins, at 70-80, remain in fourth place in their division, 7.0 games back, with an elimination number of 5.