The Minnesota Twins have 88 games remaining in their season after Thursday’s 12-5 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, but the next month could factor heavily into what direction they’re headed. Byron Buxton looks determined to keep them in contention ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

The Twins beat the Cincinnati Reds 12-5 on Thursday as the star outfielder hit two homers to help them snap a six-game losing streak.

Byron Buxton hit two home runs, including the second of back-to-back shots with Kody Clemens, and Ryan Jeffers had a homer and four RBIs as the Minnesota Twins beat the Cincinnati Reds 12-5 to end a six-game losing streak.