Alan Roden’s 3-run homer, Dean Kremer’s stellar start send Twins past Angels 8-0

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Alan Roden hit a three-run homer and drove in a career-high four runs, and Dean Kremer yielded one hit over six stellar innings in the Minnesota Twins ‘ 8-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday.

Later in the night, the Twins were officially eliminated from playoff contention when the White Sox beat the Tigers 8-1.

Josh Bell had three hits and two RBIs for the Twins, who have won three of five overall after splitting four games at Angel Stadium with two shutout victories. Brooks Lee added three hits and scored three runs.

Roden had three hits in his first major league game this month, punctuated by a shot to right in the seventh for his third career homer, his first since Aug. 6, 2025.

Kremer (3-1) shut down the Angels in the third consecutive strong start by Minnesota’s deadline acquisition. He walked three, but struck out eight for his most in a start since A...