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Power surge: Guardians hit 7 homers against Twins, 1 short of franchise record
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Joe Reedy, Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 4 min read
Manager Stephen Vogt and the Cleveland Guardians have been searching for a breakout game on offense for most of the season. They finally got it Monday night. The Guardians hit seven home runs in a 13-4 victory over Minnesota Twins, one short of the franchise record and matching the record for a h...
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Key takeaway The Guardians hit seven home runs in a 13-4 victory over Minnesota Twins, one short of the franchise record and matching the record for a home game.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The power surge by the Cleveland Guardians against the Minnesota Twins has significant implications for the team's morale and momentum. With this win, the Guardians have shown they can overcome their struggles with hitting home runs, which had been a major concern for the team. The fact that five of the home runs were hit by players batting under .200 suggests that the team's offense is deeper than initially thought. This breakout game could be a turning point for the Guardians, who have been searching for a spark to ignite their season. As the team looks to build on this momentum, San Antonio fans will be watching to see if the Guardians can sustain this level of offense and make a push for the playoffs. The Guardians' ability to hit home runs in bunches could be a key factor in their success, and this game may be a sign of things to come.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Manager Stephen Vogt and the Cleveland Guardians have been searching for a breakout game on offense for most of the season. They finally got it Monday night. The Guardians hit seven home runs in a 13-4 victory over Minnesota Twins, one short of the franchise record and matching the record for a h...
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