Cole Sands started the game effectively for the Twins, retiring the first six batters he faced and showing promise in an opener role. Despite his strong performance, manager Rocco Baldelli opted not to extend his innings, reflecting a careful strategy for managing pitching workloads.

Cole Sands set the stage for the Twins with two perfect innings before handing over the game to the bullpen, showing his potential as a reliable starter.

Cole Sands was recognized as the most improved player for the Twins, showcasing a strong performance with a 9-1 record and a 3.28 ERA over 62 games. He also recorded 85 strikeouts in 711⁄3 innings, contributing significantly to the team's pitching depth.

Cole Sands pitched one inning to secure the win for the Twins, marking his ninth victory of the season. Manager Rocco Baldelli utilized six pitchers in total during the game to maintain the lead against the Guardians.

Cole Sands pitched 2/3 of an inning in relief, earning the win to improve his record to 7-1. His contribution came during a game where the Twins bounced back from a rough stretch, helping secure their victory against the Angels.