On a memorable day for Minnesota fans, Byron Buxton delivered a historic performance, becoming the first player in Target Field's history to hit for the cycle. The Twins leadoff hitter went 5 for 5 against the Pittsburgh Pirates, leading Minnesota to a dominant 12-4 victory. Buxton's hitting spree included a single, a triple, a ground-rule double, and a late-inning home run that thrilled the crowd. He was supported by homers from teammates Kody Clemens, Matt Wallner, and Willi Castro, showcasing a powerful offensive display as they improved to 47-48. Cole Sands started strong for the Twins before reliever Travis Adams earned the win.