The Twins are currently in third place in the American League Central division, six games behind Cleveland. Minnesota is one game behind the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim for the second AL wild card spot.
The Twins will host first-place Cleveland for a series at Target Field beginning on Tuesday. Minnesota trails the Indians by 4.5 games in the American League Central.
Dietrich Enns made his MLB debut on the mound for the Twins, lasting 2.1 innings while allowing two runs (one earned) on five hits and one walk. Enns also had an infield single in the game despite the fact he hadn't had an at-bat for over eight years.
The Twins improve to 55-56 with the win and are now just 1.5 games out of a Wild Card spot in the American League. Minnesota heads to Milwaukee to play two games at Miller Park beginning Wednesday.