The Twins fell 3-2 to the Astros in a walk-off loss on June 15, 2025. Despite the team's struggles, Brooks Lee extended his hitting streak to 15 games.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It’s a story that’s becoming painfully familiar. The Minnesota Twins found another heartbreaking way to lose on Sunday, falling 3-2 to the Houston Astros on a walk-off single in the ninth. The loss, their fifth in the last seven games, once again put a spotlight on a scuffling offense that can't seem to find its rhythm. But amid the gloom, one player is shining brighter than ever: Brooks Lee, who extended his MLB-best hitting streak to 15 games in spectacular fashion.
I’m tired of being the one that’s getting bullied and picked on by this game.
The final blow came off the bat of Houston's Cam Smith, whose single in the bottom of the ninth inning sealed the Twins' fate. For a team desperate for wins, it was another tough pill to swallow. The pitching held its own, but the lineup simply couldn't provide enough support, mustering just two runs. This pattern of strong pitching being let down by a lack of run production has become the defining theme of this recent skid, leaving fans and the team searching for answers.
If you're looking for a reason to tune in, his name is Brooks Lee. The rookie was a one-man wrecking crew on Sunday, going 3-for-4 with a home run. His incredible performance pushed his hitting streak to 15 games, the longest active streak in all of Major League Baseball. While the team struggles, Lee is proving he belongs and is quickly becoming the most dangerous bat in the Twins' lineup. He's not just getting hits; he's providing a spark that the rest of the team desperately needs to catch.
The struggles on the field are compounded by frustration in the training room. Star third baseman Royce Lewis, who is expected to miss more time, didn't hold back his feelings about his ongoing injury battles. His raw honesty resonates with a team that has been decimated by injuries to key players, and his absence is deeply felt in a lineup that needs his power.
While the on-field news is tough, the team did offer a bright spot for fans watching from home. In a nod to Father's Day, the Twins announced a 50% discount on TWINS.TV subscriptions, bringing the price down to $37.99. The promotion runs through Tuesday, June 17, offering a good opportunity to lock in access for the rest of the season.
The Twins head into the next series with more questions than answers. One man cannot carry an offense, and the team desperately needs to find contributions from up and down the lineup to support its solid pitching. With frustration mounting and key players sidelined, the upcoming games feel like a critical juncture. Can the spark from Brooks Lee ignite the rest of the team, or will the offensive woes continue to define this stretch of the season?
