Royce Lewis hit a two-run walk-off triple on July 28, 2026, giving the Minnesota Twins a 3-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals [1].
The win underscores Lewis' ability to perform in high-leverage situations and strengthens the Twins' position in a competitive divisional race.
The game remained deadlocked at 2-2 entering the bottom of the ninth inning [2]. Lewis broke the tie by driving in two runs with his triple, ending the contest immediately [1]. This dramatic finish provided the Twins with a narrow one-run win [1].
While the offense provided the final blow, the pitching staff kept the game within reach. Taj Bradley pitched six innings, allowing three hits and two earned runs [2]. Bradley recorded 10 strikeouts while issuing three walks [2]. He threw a total of 102 pitches, with 68 of those being strikes — a strike rate of 67% [2].
The performance by Bradley ensured the Royals remained unable to break the game open during the middle innings. However, the victory ultimately rested on the late-game surge from the Minnesota lineup. The two-run triple by Lewis served as the decisive play that sent the home crowd home happy [3].
This result continues the trend of tight contests between the two clubs, as the Twins relied on a combination of efficient starting pitching and a clutch hit to secure the result [1], [2].
“Royce Lewis hit a two-run walk-off triple”
The victory highlights the critical role of the shortstop position in the Twins' current offensive strategy. By securing a win in a one-run game, Minnesota demonstrates a capacity for late-inning resilience, while the efficiency of Taj Bradley's 10-strikeout performance suggests a strong foundation for the team's pitching rotation heading into the latter part of the season.
