MINNEAPOLIS, MN – April 3, 2025 – The Houston Astros got back in the win column last night, defeating the Minnesota Twins 5-2 at Target Field to kick off their road trip on a positive note. A strong outing from starter Hunter Brown and a multi-homer attack powered the Astros to victory.
Astros right-hander Hunter Brown (1-1) earned his first win of the season, putting together a solid performance. He pitched 6.0 innings, allowing just two earned runs on five hits, while striking out eight without issuing a walk. Astros closer Josh Hader (3rd save) shut down the Twins in the ninth to seal the victory.
The Twins initially jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning, with Carlos Correa hitting an RBI groundout and Trevor Larnach adding an RBI single.
However, the Astros quickly responded in the top of the second. Christian Walker launched his first home run of the season, a solo shot, to put Houston on the board. Immediately following, Jeremy Peña hit a solo home run (his second of the year), giving the Astros back-to-back blasts and tying the game at 2-2.
Houston took the lead in the fourth inning. Brendan Rodgers, adjusting to his new swing, delivered a crucial two-run single, pushing the Astros ahead 4-2. Rodgers continued his strong night at the plate in the sixth inning, hitting an RBI double to extend the lead to 5-2. He finished the game an impressive 3-for-4 with three RBIs.
The Astros bullpen held the Twins scoreless for the remainder of the game, securing the win and improving Houston’s record to 3-4 on the young season.