Pablo López returned from a three‑ month shoulder injury to six solid innings, surrendering two runs on Maikel García’s homer, but Kansas City edged Minnesota 2-1. López punched out three and fired 92 pitches, a welcomed jolt to a Twins rotation that has lost its footing since the setback.

The emotional lift in the clubhouse was palpable as López took the mound, suggesting a possible turnaround for Minnesota’s pitching staff down the stretch. Minnesota’s offense stagnated again, while KC’s Michael Wacha delivered six strong innings to seal the win, with García’s timely swing delivering the decisive blow.