Sat May 24 20:00:00 UTC 2025: **Twins’ Correa Returns with a Bang, Sparks Victory Over Royals**
**MINNEAPOLIS** – Carlos Correa made a triumphant return from the injured list Friday night, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 3-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals. In his first game back after recovering from a concussion, Correa showcased his all-around talent, hitting a solo home run in his first at-bat and later contributing a crucial infield single that set up Ty France’s game-winning, two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth.
Correa’s stellar performance was a welcome sight for Twins fans, who have been eagerly awaiting his return. He was placed on the injured list after colliding with Byron Buxton on May 15.
“I think it was a perfect way to get back,” Correa said after the game. “Do a little bit of everything, get my feet wet once again and go from there.”
France echoed the sentiment, stating, “It’s always nice having your leader back…Just the presence he has on the field and clubhouse is one thing, but to come out here — first game back and homer — set the tone early, we’re happy to have him back.”
The Twins are also anticipating the return of other key players, including Byron Buxton and Matt Wallner, who are progressing in their recoveries. Wallner is tearing it up in Triple-A St. Paul. Buxton is “ramping up his baseball activities”.
Manager Rocco Baldelli emphasized the importance of these players to the team’s overall success. “Those players pull everything together,” he said, highlighting their ability to strengthen both the offensive and defensive sides of the game.
While the Twins will monitor Correa’s condition in the coming days, his immediate impact signals a positive step towards a fully healthy and competitive roster.
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