In an unusual turn of events, Aaron Hicks, a position player for the Angels, pitched the ninth inning against the Twins, marking his first time on the mound in his 12-year career. The game, which saw the Twins leading 14-5, highlighted the Twins' current form as they secured their sixth consecutive win, a feat they last achieved in May 2022.
#MNTwins have an MLB-best six-game winning streak.
The @Twins are winners of six straight for the first time since May 2022! https://t.co/L5GNLBpBya
Aaron Hicks is on the mound for the first time in his 12-year career https://t.co/UxJKAVAOzD
Position player pitching alert. Aaron Hicks is pitching the ninth inning for the #Angels against the Twins. Down 14-5.
Aaron Hicks is pitching the ninth inning tonight.