Cincinnati Reds vs. Minnesota Twins Live Coverage, Stats, and ...
CBS Sports brings you live coverage, scoring, expert picks and stats for the MLB matchup between Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins on April 17, 2026
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- Recent results: The Reds edged the Twins 2-1 in mid-April 2026, with Eugenio Suárez delivering a key two-run double and Brandon Williamson taking a strong start for Cincinnati. This indicates a tight, low-scoring series early in the year.[1][3]
- Series context: As of mid-April 2026, Cincinnati held a small edge in the two-game set, carrying a 1-0 series lead into the next game of the series. The Twins entered the series with an 11-9 overall mark while the Reds sat at 12-8 overall at that time.[2]
- Notable narratives: The Reds’ offense produced runs in the fourth and fifth innings of the April 17 game, while the Twins struggled with runners in scoring position despite multiple chances. The following day’s recap suggests a continuation of close play, with another late-inning or high-leverage moment potentially deciding the outcome.[3][4]
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Sources: CBS Sports live coverage of Reds–Twins from April 17, 2026; AP summary and context of the series; ESPN game summaries for the April 17–18, 2026 games.[4][1][2][3]