Hedges and Halpin hit sac flies in the 6th, Guardians beat Twins 5-2 for third straight victory

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Tuesday, July 22, 2026, securing their third consecutive victory. Austin Hedges and Petey Halpin hit sacrifice flies in the sixth inning, while starter Parker Messick allowed two runs on four hits over 5 2/3 innings, striking out six. Colin Holderman (5-2) earned the win, and Cade Smith recorded his 29th save — the most in the majors — to close out the game.