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Rod Carew Hits Twins' First Cycle, Leads 10-5 Win

5/21/2026

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Minnesota Twins star Rod Carew hit for the cycle as the team defeated the Kansas City Royals 10-5 on May 20, 1970.
It was the Twins’ first franchise cycle and raised Carew’s average to an AL-leading .432, with a 4-for-5 line that included a triple off reliever Al Fitzmorris.
The victory improved Minnesota to 25-10, completed a three-game sweep and secured Carew’s fourth straight AL All-Star selection.

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Minnesota Twins star Rod Carew hit for the cycle as the team defeated the Kansas City Royals 10-5 on May 20, 1970.
It was the Twins’ first franchise cycle and raised Carew’s average to an AL-leading .432, with a 4-for-5 line that included a triple off reliever Al Fitzmorris.
The victory improved Minnesota to 25-10, completed a three-game sweep and secured Carew’s fourth straight AL All-Star selection.