The New York Yankees took a 10-1 lead in the first four innings of their visit to the Twin Cities. However, after the starting pitcher left the game with 4 runs in 4.2 innings, bullpen pitcher Yarbrough gave up 4 runs in 0.1 innings in the sixth inning. In the ninth inning, finisher Bednar came to the plate for one more hit, and the Twins were able to get within one run of a 10-9 victory.