The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Sunday, ending the Twins’ 13-game winning run and signaling a major turning point in the 2025 Major League Baseball season. 

A Streak to Remember

Given their difficult start to the season, the Twins’ 13-game winning run was evidence of their tenacity and talent. The Twins started the season with a 7-15 record, but they made a significant turnaround and ended their run with a 26-20 record. Dominant pitching and reliable offense, including an incredible 34 straight shutout innings pitched—a team record—were key components of their success.  

Brewers’ Tactical Victory

The Brewers knew exactly how they were going to break the Twins’ flow going into Sunday’s game. Freddy Peralta, the starting pitcher, had a great game, striking out five batters and giving up just one run in five innings. The Brewers scored three runs following three straight walks in the third inning, taking advantage of Twins starter Zebby Matthews’ control difficulties. Sal Frelick and Isaac Collins made significant contributions during this critical stanza by providing vital RBIs.

Defensive Highlights

The 20-year-old Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio made a defensive play that stands out as one of the game’s most memorable moments. Chourio made a leaping catch near the wall to prevent a potential game-tying home run in the eighth inning as the Twins threatened to square the score. In addition to maintaining the Brewers’ lead, this play demonstrated Chourio’s athleticism and his potential as a league arising star.

Twins’ Resilience Amidst Challenges

The Twins overcame injuries to important players like Carlos Correa and Byron Buxton to continue their winning streak in spite of the defeat. Pablo Lopez, a pitcher who was instrumental in the run, highlighted the team’s success as being built on their combined efforts in hitting and pitching.  

Implications for Both Teams

In a season that has alternated between exciting streaks and discouraging slumps, the victory provides a much-needed boost for the Brewers. Now at.500, Milwaukee (22–24) will try to maintain this momentum going into a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs, who lead the division. Pitching coach Derek Johnson emphasized that “today’s performance shows what this club is capable of when we execute in all phases.”

Minnesota (36–16) will try to rapidly reorganize and refocus in the meantime. They have a chance to bounce back against a strong opponent in their upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Twins are still among baseball’s top teams despite the broken streak, and this one loss is unlikely to deflate their clubhouse confidence.  

Looking Ahead

The Twins’ winning streak coming to an end serves as a reminder of baseball’s unpredictable nature and the need of flexibility. This win might act as a springboard for the Brewers to gain momentum later in the season. Both teams will try to take what they can from this game and keep trying to win in the MLB’s competitive environment.

In summary, the Brewers’ 5-2 victory over the Twins not only put a stop to an incredible winning run but also demonstrated how dynamic baseball is and how skill, planning, and timely plays can change the outcome of a game—and a season.