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Royce Lewis Credits This “Change” for Fueling His Hot Streak
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When Royce Lewis talks to the media he is often very candid regarding his thoughts. That can be both a blessing and a curse , but it definitely pulls back the curtain and provides insight as to how he operates.
The Minnesota Twins have not been a good team this season . They have had some strong performances though. The more those can continue individually down the stretch, the better they will be set up for 2026.
Royce Lewis brought the Skol flavor home and went deep twice last night! pic.twitter.com/kibu7hukod
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— Ted (@tlschwerz) September 9, 2025
Minnesota's third baseman is looking to find his consistent offensive production again, and the results of late have been promising. His two home run night, just miles from where he grew up and the first time playing at Angels Stadium, was evidence of that.
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MN Twins seeing results for Royce Lewis
This season has been challenging for Royce Lewis. He has dealt with injuries again , and is batting just .237/.293/.406 . The work ethic remains the same though, and some small tweaks paid off in a big way on Monday night .
Royce caught up with @Audra_Martin after tonight's game! pic.twitter.com/pW4AbEVdxs
— Twins.TV (@twinstv) September 9, 2025
"I'm just trying to go back to my old self, and my old swing, as best I can. It's really hard to make some changes in the season, but we've got to revert back to what we do. That's what we did. I feel a lot more comfortable. Honestly, like you said that fastball, I was like 'oh my gosh' and then I was like 'oh my gosh!' That was nice. I'll take that all day."
Lewis reached on four-of-five at bats thanks to a pair of errors by the Angels defense. The two balls he sent over the fence went a combined 780 feet and they both had exit velocities of 102 mph. His barrel rate has dropped this season with the struggles at the dish, but he has consistently hit the ball hard. Lewis seeing positive results only builds his confidence.
Over his last 16 games , dating back to the White Sox series on August 22nd, Lewis has batted .281/.313/.578 with six home runs. He has stayed hot in September as well, going 9-for-29 while stealing four bases.
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This is the version of Lewis that is fun to watch. He's not going to be a high on-base or walk-rate guy, but he can slug and the athleticism is still there. Injuries have taken some of the speed and quickness he once had, but being empowered to make an impact in all facets of the game brings out the best of what he can be.
Royce Lewis' dad is in the suite next to us (dude who is CRUSHING us tonight) and it is so cute watching this in the midst of angels playing bad ball pic.twitter.com/N6d95cfBvf
— Breezy Nowlan (@BreezyNowlan) September 9, 2025
It's always fun to see a guy see success. With Lewis having grown up just down the road from Angel Stadium, it was extra special for his family to have a front row seat for the experience too.
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