Twins @ Nationals · May 7, 2026 — MLB Central

Final Thu, May 7, 2026

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Simeon Woods Richardson

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Jake Irvin

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Nats were searching for 1st home series win -- then their catchers stepped up

WASHINGTON – After struggling at the plate this season, the Nationals catchers caught fire against the Twins. The afternoon after Drew Millas homered and drove in a pair of runs, Keibert Ruiz had one of his best overall offensive games in recent memory.

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Keibert Ruiz has a three-hit day in Nationals' win00:03:02

Keibert Ruiz records three hits, including a go-ahead homer in the Nationals' 7-5 win over the Twins

Condensed Game: MIN@WSH - 5/7/2600:11:42

Condensed Game: Ryan Jeffers and the Twins take on Keibert Ruiz and the Nationals on May 7, 2026

Keibert Ruiz's go-ahead homer (2)00:00:23

Keibert Ruiz hits a go-ahead solo home run to right field in the bottom of the 7th inning to give the Nationals a 6-5 lead

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Twins @ Nationals · 5–7

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