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Red Sox Triumph Over Twins in High-Scoring Affair

Minnesota Twins
Minnesota Twins2-7
8
Boston Red Sox
Boston Red Sox5-3
13

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 1:05 PM ET · JetBlue Park at Fenway South

Boston Red Sox 13, Minnesota Twins 8, final. Our MLB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox?

Boston Red Sox beat Minnesota Twins 13-8 at JetBlue Park at Fenway South on February 28, 2026.

The Boston Red Sox secured a commanding victory over the Minnesota Twins, finishing the game with a score of 13-8 at JetBlue Park at Fenway South. This win extends the Red Sox's lead in the current series, now at 4-0 against the Twins this season, showcasing their dominance in recent matchups.

The Red Sox have been performing well at home, boasting a 5-3 record overall and a 2-2 record in their last four home games. They have averaged 4.4 runs scored per game while allowing 3.8 runs in their last ten games, indicating a strong offensive capability. Their recent form includes a win against the Detroit Tigers, where they triumphed 4-3, following a loss in the previous game against the same team.

In contrast, the Minnesota Twins have struggled significantly, with a 2-7 record in their last nine games. Their away performance has been particularly poor, with an overall record of 2-3 in their last five games. The Twins have averaged 4.2 runs scored per game but have allowed 3.8 runs, indicating that while they can score, their pitching has not been able to contain opposing offenses effectively.

The teams have faced each other six times this season, with the Red Sox winning three of those encounters. The most recent meetings included two victories for the Red Sox by scores of 13-1 and 8-5, while the Twins managed to win one game 5-4 earlier in the season.

In terms of injuries, the Red Sox have several players listed as Day-To-Day, including Ceddanne Rafaela and Adley Rutschman, both dealing with minor issues. Johan Oviedo, Kutter Crawford, and Zack Kelly are on the 60-Day Injured List, which could impact the team's pitching depth moving forward. The Twins are also facing injury challenges, with Byron Buxton on the 10-Day IL and Joe Ryan on the 15-Day IL, among others.

The betting market reflected the Red Sox's strong position, with odds favoring them significantly, as indicated by the provider. Conditions during the game were conducive to scoring, contributing to the high final score.

Viewers should note the scoring plays that defined the game, particularly in the fifth and seventh innings, where errors by the Twins' catcher and pitcher allowed the Red Sox to capitalize and extend their lead. The Red Sox's ability to exploit these mistakes was a key factor in their victory.

Injury report

  • Ceddanne RafaelaDay-To-DayQuadricepsBoston Red Sox
  • Adley RutschmanDay-To-DayElbowBoston Red Sox
  • Johan Oviedo60-Day-ILElbowBoston Red Sox
  • Kutter Crawford60-Day-ILForearmBoston Red Sox
  • Zack Kelly60-Day-ILElbowBoston Red Sox
  • Byron Buxton10-Day-ILHipMinnesota Twins
  • Joe Ryan15-Day-ILLower BodyMinnesota Twins
  • Austin Martin10-Day-ILHamstringMinnesota Twins
  • Mike Paredes60-Day-ILObliqueMinnesota Twins
  • Mick Abel60-Day-ILElbowMinnesota Twins

Recent form

Boston Red Sox

Last 10: 6-4Streak W14.4 scored · 3.8 allowed per game2-2 at home

  • W4-3vs Detroit TigersSep 28
  • L1-2vs Detroit TigersSep 27
  • W4-3vs Detroit TigersSep 26
  • L1-6at Toronto Blue JaysSep 25
  • W7-1at Toronto Blue JaysSep 24
  • W4-1at Toronto Blue JaysSep 23
  • L3-7at Tampa Bay RaysSep 21
  • W6-3at Tampa Bay RaysSep 20
  • W11-7at Tampa Bay RaysSep 19
  • L3-5vs AthleticsSep 18

Minnesota Twins

Last 10: 4-6Streak L14.2 scored · 3.8 allowed per game2-3 away

  • L1-2at Philadelphia PhilliesSep 28
  • W5-0at Philadelphia PhilliesSep 27
  • L1-3at Philadelphia PhilliesSep 26
  • L2-4at Texas RangersSep 25
  • W4-1at Texas RangersSep 24
  • W6-2vs Cleveland GuardiansSep 21
  • L2-6vs Cleveland GuardiansSep 20
  • L5-10vs New York YankeesSep 17
  • L9-10vs New York YankeesSep 16
  • W7-0vs New York YankeesSep 15

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Chicago-66L1.52573
Cleveland369L1.50470
Minnesota6.573L1.47967
Detroit975W1.46064
Kansas City11.578L3.44362
Tampa Bay-56L1.59783
New York3.560W2.57180
Boston8.565L2.53675
Toronto14.571W1.49369
Baltimore14.571L2.49369

How the scoring went

  1. 1st Inning0-2Duran homered to center (401 feet), Story scored.
  2. 2nd Inning1-2Outman homered to right (369 feet).
  3. 2nd Inning2-2Buxton doubled to center, Clemens scored.
  4. 2nd Inning3-2Roden singled to center, Buxton scored.
  5. 2nd Inning4-2Jeffers walked, Roden scored, Wallner to second, Bell to third.
  6. 2nd Inning4-3Anthony singled to center, Rafaela scored, Sogard to second.
  7. 3rd Inning4-4Durbin singled to right, Duran scored, Contreras to third.
  8. 3rd Inning4-5Rafaela hit sacrifice fly to left, Contreras scored.
  9. 3rd Inning4-6Narváez singled to left, Durbin scored.
  10. 4th Inning4-8Duran homered to center (409 feet), Anthony scored.
  11. 5th Inning5-8Clemens doubled to left, Jeffers scored.
  12. 5th Inning5-9Rafaela scored on pickoff error by catcher Jeffers.
  13. 5th Inning5-9Rafaela scored on pickoff error by catcher Jeffers.
  14. 6th Inning6-9Wallner singled to left, Urshela scored, Bell to second.
  15. 7th Inning7-9Schobel scored, Rosario to second on pickoff error by pitcher Sikkema.
  16. 7th Inning7-9Schobel scored, Rosario to second on pickoff error by pitcher Sikkema.
  17. 7th Inning8-9Olivar singled to left, Rosario scored.
  18. 7th Inning8-13Ferguson homered to right center (375 feet), Ward scored, Castro scored and Capra scored.

Win probability

Above the line favours Boston Red Sox, below favours Minnesota Twins.

Venue

  • JetBlue Park at Fenway SouthFort Myers, Florida
  • Attendance8629
  • OfficialsAndy Fletcher, Brian O'Nora, Erich Bacchus, Derek Thomas

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