Detroit edged Minnesota 4-3 in 11 innings, taking the lead on a sac fly in the top half and then withstanding a tense bottom frame that featured a controversial foul-tip call. The ball was ruled a catch by the plate umpire, prompting Twins manager Rocco Baldelli to sprint out and then be ejected after a brief exchange. The drama of the moment overshadowed the outcome, as Detroit rode a late-inning rally and bullpen efficiency to secure the road win.
In the spotlight were Ryan Jeffers and Dillon Dingler, the Twins catcher and Tigers catcher, respectively, on the decisive play and the surrounding chaos. The incident highlighted how one call can swing momentum in tight games and shape bullpen usage and fantasy angles moving forward. Even without a replay-perfect conclusion, the night underscored the volatility and clutch-shots that define late-season baseball and daily fantasy/betting narratives.